SEC Opens Limited Broker Exemption Path for Crypto Trading Interfaces

By Micah Zimmerman

SEC Opens Limited Broker Exemption Path for Crypto Trading Interfaces

The U.S. SEC issued staff guidance exempting certain 'covered user interfaces' for crypto securities trading from broker-dealer registration if they meet strict conditions, including no trade recommendations, full user control, and neutral operation. These interfaces facilitate transactions via self-custodial wallets without exercising discretion or influence. This builds on recent SEC-CFTC guidance clarifying most digital assets are not securities.

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