Dual-Agency Action

Definition ∞ Dual-agency action refers to a legal or regulatory enforcement activity involving two distinct government agencies or bodies. This coordinated approach often occurs when an issue spans multiple jurisdictional or thematic domains. Such actions typically address complex cases that require the combined expertise and authority of different regulatory entities. In the digital asset space, this can involve joint investigations or enforcement by financial and securities regulators. The aim is to achieve a comprehensive and effective regulatory outcome.
Context ∞ In the context of digital assets, dual-agency actions are frequently seen when federal and state regulators, or different federal agencies, cooperate on enforcement matters. The jurisdictional boundaries between bodies like the Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission present a key debate. A critical future development will be the establishment of clearer inter-agency agreements and legislative mandates that define regulatory oversight for digital asset activities. This coordinated approach aims to reduce regulatory arbitrage and enhance market stability.