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The U.S. SEC has removed cryptocurrencies from its 2026 priorities, in a show of market stability and growth.   The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has removed cryptocurrencies from its next year examination priorities.  This SEC crypto update shows rising growing confidence in the market. Companies and investors may see this as a sign that the agency considers crypto less risky than before. Notably, the announcement does not mean the SEC will ignore illegal activity. Fraud and scams will still face enforcement actions. However, the removal from the priority list could give the crypto industry more flexibility to grow. Focus Shifts Away from Digital Assets Previously, the SEC pointed out crypto as a special area of focus. Spot Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, digital token sales and crypto trading were explicitly mentioned in past priorities.  Regulators were big on monitoring unregistered offerings and protecting investors from fraud. This year, the SEC’s Division of Examinations issued its 2026 priorities list and there was no mention of crypto. Instead, it pointed out core areas like fiduciary duty, custody and customer data protection.  SEC removes crypto from priority list | source: X The report also notes emerging technologies like artificial intelligence and automated investment tools, along with cybersecurity risks and ransomware recovery. SEC Chair Paul Atkins mentioned that examinations should be constructive and transparent. Firms are encouraged to prepare for dialogues with regulators rather than fear “gotcha” inspections. What This Means for Crypto Investors The SEC’s reduced focus may improve investor confidence. Regulatory uncertainty has often been a cause of market volatility. When crypto is no longer a priority, traders see a lower risk of sudden enforcement actions. Analysts expect more participation from both retail and institutional investors. Increased trading activity could boost liquidity and may support price growth for some digital assets. …

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