Joint Interpretation from the SEC and CFTC on Certain Types of Crypto Assets and Certain Transactions Involving Crypto Assets

On March 17, 2026, the Securities and Exchange Commission issued an interpretation that provides guidance regarding how the federal securities laws apply to certain crypto assets and to certain transactions involving crypto assets.  Consistent with the recent MoU between the agencies, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission joined in this interpretation and guidance confirming that CFTC staff will administer the Commodity Exchange Act consistent with the release….
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