The second year of the Trump administration: US SEC and CFTC jointly promote a new pattern of cryptocurrency regulation

SignatureVerifier · 2025-12-26T16:48:12+00:00

Recently, there have been changes in cryptocurrency regulation in the United States, with the SEC and CFTC beginning to work together to promote a regulatory framework. The SEC is actively involved in token classification and asset tokenization, while the CFTC is accelerating rule clarifications through the "Crypto Sprint" project. It is expected that by 2026, these two agencies will establish a division of labor and cooperation pattern to promote the development of the crypto industry.

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2025-12-26 16:48:12

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【Blockchain Rhythm】 Recently, there has been an interesting change in the US crypto regulation circle. Previously, the SEC and CFTC operated independently and competed with each other, but now they are beginning to work together to promote a regulatory framework for crypto assets.

Under Paul Atkins’ leadership, the SEC has been quite active. New initiatives such as the token classification system and the Project Crypto innovation exemption mechanism are being pushed forward, and recently, multiple crypto ETFs have been approved for listing. In addition, asset tokenization has been listed as a key regulatory focus, indicating that the SEC is preparing to broaden its focus to include a wider range of on-chain assets.

The CFTC’s pace has also accelerated. Through the “Crypto Sprint” project, rules are being clarified. Since the appointment of new Chair Michael Selig, it is expected that this agency’s regulatory authority over cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and other crypto commodities will significantly increase.

From industry observations, a new pattern may form by 2026: the SEC will be responsible for institutional innovation and securities-type assets, while the CFTC will lead market expansion and commodity regulation. The two agencies will form a certain degree of division of labor and cooperation.

Howard Fischer, a senior lawyer who has served at the SEC for many years, stated that this is the first time in his career that he has seen the two agencies collaborate at such a high level to promote crypto regulation. He expects this mode of cooperation to become the main tone of the regulatory agenda in 2026.

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BridgeTrustFund

· 6h ago

Are the SEC and CFTC teaming up? Is this really true? I didn't hear wrong, right? The two agencies used to be at odds...

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AllInAlice

· 6h ago

The SEC and CFTC have finally shaken hands, something that was unimaginable in the past... --- So after the token classification system is introduced, do altcoins still have a future? --- Once asset tokenization is widely adopted, an explosion of on-chain assets is inevitable, but can regulation keep up? That’s the question. --- Paul Atkins is definitely different since taking office. The approval speed for ETFs is outrageous. Now we just wait for the CFTC not to drop the ball. --- Working together sounds good, but in reality, it’s just two departments consolidating their firepower... which may not be good for retail investors. --- The crypto sprint project is another bureaucratic buzzword; its real impact depends on how it is implemented. --- Previously, they were blocking each other, now they are united. What does that mean? It indicates that true life and death are at stake. --- Interestingly, no one has provided any follow-up on the CFTC Chairperson. Is the article just ending like this?

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EntryPositionAnalyst

· 6h ago

SEC and CFTC have finally learned to unite. Are we saved?

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ForkItAllDay

· 6h ago

Is the SEC finally not fighting with the CFTC anymore? Is this really reliable, or does it just feel like a temporary ceasefire... Once asset tokenization really takes off, will the chain explode? Paul Atkins' move is indeed quick, but don't celebrate too early; it all depends on how the rules are enforced. Both ETF and exemptions, compliance costs are skyrocketing... What exactly did the CFTC say? The new chair is so aggressive? Crypto Sprint sounds like a joke; let's see how effective it actually is. Token classification is so detailed; will small projects still survive? Two sides shaking hands and making peace, can retail investors really benefit? I don't believe it... Full regulation of on-chain assets—are they planning to squeeze DeFi to death?

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OnChainDetective

· 6h ago

Hmm... this coordination is too bizarre. They were tearing each other apart so fiercely before, and now suddenly they are shaking hands and making peace? I checked the fund flow of the main institutional addresses, and large transfers have indeed been unusually frequent over the past two weeks. The transfer pattern of 0.764283 ETH points to the same wallet cluster. Have you noticed?

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AlphaBrain

· 6h ago

SEC and CFTC have finally come together. Now on-chain assets are about to get hot.

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