Woofun AI reports that the SEC published its 2026 regulatory agenda, targeting the revision of rules for broker-dealers and cryptocurrency trading platforms by the end of this year. The agency plans to adjust net capital requirements, customer asset protection standards, and recordkeeping obligations to clarify their application within the crypto sector.

Additionally, the SEC intends to modify the trading platform regulatory framework, exploring "safe harbor" provisions and exemptions for crypto issuance, custody, and trading. The commission stated these measures aim to enhance market certainty and investor protection, aligning with Chairman Paul Atkins' approach, which contrasts with the enforcement-focused tenure of former Chairman Gary Gensler.