Prometheum, whose controversial approach to U.S. crypto compliance got co-CEO Aaron Kaplan invited to testify in Congress, says it's close to launch. (Screen capture/U.S. House Financial Services Committee)

Prometheum's Contentious Answer to Crypto Compliance Is Running Late

Summary

Prometheum's custody and trading operations, aimed at complying with SEC demands, have faced delays due to finalizing smart contract auditing. The company is the first to receive a special-purpose broker dealer approval under SEC regulations, allowing it to hold, trade, and clear transactions in crypto securities. Prometheum plans to offer custody for Ethereum's ether and aims to be a one-stop shop for digital token investors. The delay has raised questions about the company's timeline and potential impact on the wider crypto industry's legal battles with the SEC.