Securities and Exchange Commission Proposes Crypto Custody Rules for Advisers and Funds

The SEC proposed rules to create a tailored framework for crypto asset custody by registered investment advisers and regulated funds, including permitting certain self-custody and use of state trust companies. Public comment is open for 60 days after Federal Register publication.

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This is an early-stage regulatory move aimed at modernizing custody rules for crypto within federal securities laws. A larger catalyst would be final adoption details, compliance timelines, and whether major advisers and funds announce product launches under the new framework.

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