Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong suggests cryptocurrency's next major frontier could be in capital formation, indicating crypto's potential to break down traditional barriers in funding and investment structures. The statement hints at broader institutional adoption and regulatory evolution in the crypto space.
The SEC will host its 45th Annual Government Business Forum on Small Business Capital Formation on March 9 at SEC headquarters, focusing on improving capital-raising policies. The event will run from 1-5 PM ET and be available via live webcast.
The SEC's Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee announced a public meeting scheduled for February 24, 2026, at SEC headquarters to continue discussions on regulatory frameworks for finders and explore the private secondary market. The meeting represents ongoing regulatory efforts to address capital formation issues for small businesses.
The SEC is recruiting candidates for vacancies on its Small Business Capital Formation Advisory Committee, which advises the Commission on rules and regulations affecting small business capital formation. This committee plays a role in shaping regulatory policies that could impact startup funding and early-stage business development.
The SEC's Office of the Advocate for Small Business Capital Formation published its 2025 staff report analyzing capital-raising dynamics and delivered it to Congress. The report serves as a comprehensive data resource examining current trends and challenges in capital formation for small businesses.
