SEC Proposes Crypto Asset Custody Rules

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed new rules and amendments regarding crypto asset custody for registered investment advisers and re

us-equity · 2026-10-01

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed new rules and amendments regarding crypto asset custody for registered investment advisers and regulated funds (registered investment companies and business development companies). This aims to provide a tailored framework for how crypto assets can be held under federal securities laws. The proposed regulations clarify the legal standards for investment advisers and funds to securely custody and manage crypto assets.

weltiq perspective: Increased legal clarity in crypto asset trading infrastructure allows weltiq users to more accurately assess regulatory risks when backtesting and executing crypto-related strategies in the U.S. market.

Source: https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2026-100-sec-proposal-would-address-how-investment-advisers-funds-can-custody-crypto-assets-under-federal

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