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SEC Proposal Would Address How Investment Advisers and Funds Can Custody Crypto Assets Under the Federal Securities Laws

US · 2026-10-01

Key takeaway

SEC proposes a new custody framework for crypto assets held by registered investment advisers and regulated funds.

  1. Step 1 · The triggerthe SEC proposes a formal custody framework for crypto assets held by registered investment advisers and regulated funds, reducing legal ambiguity
  2. Step 2 · Knock-onadvisers and funds gain a clear compliance path, enabling more to offer crypto custody and exposure to clients
  3. Step 3 · Knock-oninstitutional participation in crypto markets increases, raising demand for compliant custody, audit, and technology services
  4. Step 4 · Reaches youUS SMEs serving advisers, funds, or custody providers see new business opportunities and compliance requirements

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Source: SEC Press Releases

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