SEC Outlines Sweeping Crypto Rule Reforms Under Atkins Leadership
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) released its Spring regulatory agenda Thursday, detailing comprehensive plans to overhaul cryptocurrency regulations and reduce compliance burdens that have drawn criticism from financial industry participants.
Chairman Paul Atkins outlined proposals to clarify digital asset frameworks, including potential exemptions and safe harbors for crypto offerings that could reshape how the industry operates within existing securities laws. The agenda also contemplates allowing cryptocurrency trading on national securities exchanges and alternative trading systems.
The Spring agenda timeline suggests rule proposals could emerge in coming months, though implementation will depend on public…
