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XRP News: SEC Names 16 Crypto Commodities as Buyers Turn to Top Presale Pepeto

## SEC Classification of Digital Commodities

SBy Sarah DawsonMar 26, 20262 min read

SEC Classification of Digital Commodities

On Mon, Mar 17, 2026, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) jointly classified 16 crypto assets as digital commodities. This classification confirms these assets are not securities, allowing for their inclusion in exchange-traded fund (ETF) structures.

Pepeto, a meme-focused exchange operating on the Ethereum blockchain, has raised over $8 million during its presale phase. The platform offers features such as zero trading fees on PepetoSwap and a risk assessment tool for verifying contracts. A cross-chain bridge is also available, allowing token transfers without additional costs. The project is backed by a co-founder known for previously scaling a similar project to a significant market valuation.

The platform has undergone an audit by SolidProof, and its development team includes a former Binance expert. These elements contribute to Pepeto's anticipation of a listing on Binance, which is expected to broaden its market reach.

BNB, trading at $641, is utilized for discounted trading fees and staking within the Binance ecosystem. The token's potential return to $794 represents an approximate 24% increase.

As of the latest data, Ethereum is priced at $2,150. Major stakeholders, such as Bitmine, hold significant quantities of ETH. The potential for Ethereum to reach $4,000 suggests a possible doubling in value over time.

Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) jointly classified 16 crypto assets as digital commodities.
Sarah Dawson · Thehackingpost

The regulatory clarification provided by the SEC and CFTC is expected to attract institutional investment into the classified assets. Consequently, early participants in projects like Pepeto may benefit from increased market interest and liquidity.

Pepeto is a meme-focused crypto exchange on the Ethereum blockchain, currently in its presale phase, with plans for a future Binance listing.

While BNB and ETH offer substantial utility within their ecosystems, Pepeto's presale positions it for potentially higher returns upon its anticipated exchange listing.

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What are the regulatory changes affecting crypto assets?

The SEC and CFTC have classified certain crypto assets as digital commodities, allowing for broader institutional participation and inclusion in ETF structures.

Based on reporting by TechBullion.

AI transparency. This article was produced with the assistance of artificial intelligence and published under human editorial oversight. AI systems can make mistakes. Read how we use AI (EU AI Act, Art. 50).
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