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MarketSECCrypto Live News
Aug 18, 2026
< 1min read
byIzabela Anna
forCoinEdition
On Aug. 18, 2026 the U.S. SEC proposed a crypto framework to create clearer fundraising routes, offering one-time exemptions up to $5 million over four years for smaller token issuers and up to $75 million in a 12-month period for larger raises while retaining disclosure and reporting requirements. The proposal also includes a safe harbor to prevent qualifying tokens from being classified as securities, a regulatory shift that could materially boost crypto fundraising, token launches, DeFi and CEX activity while increasing compliance and investor-protection obligations.
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The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has proposed a crypto framework that could reshape fundraising across America’s digital asset industry. The proposalmarks a significant shift under President Donald Trump’s administration. It seeks to create clearer routes for crypto businesses to raise capital without facing traditional securities requirements.
New Fundraising Pathways
The framework would create exemptions covering token offerings of different sizes. Smaller issuers could receive a one-time exemption covering up to $5 million over four years.
Additionally, companies could offer as much as $75 million during a 12-month period. But those issuers would still have financial disclosure and reporting requirements.
Moreover, the SEC proposed a safe harbor for certain crypto assets. The provision could prevent qualifying tokens from being classified as inves…
Source: cryptorank.io