The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) have announced a joint review focusing on cross-margining in the cryptocurrency sector. This collaboration marks a rare alignment between the two agencies, which often have differing views on cryptocurrency regulation. The cross-margin review aims to assess the risks and benefits of allowing traders to use a single margin account for multiple types of financial products, including cryptocurrencies. This initiative is seen as a significant step towards creating a more cohesive regulatory framework for digital assets, potentially impacting how traders manage risk and capital in the crypto markets.