Crypto-friendly Paul Atkins sworn in as U.S. SEC Chairman
In a major leadership shift that may alter the agency’s position on crypto and digital assets, Paul S. Atkins has formally assumed his position as the 34th Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission.
The swearing was officially confirmed by an Apr. 21 press release from the SEC. Atkins was nominated by President Donald Trump on Jan. 20 and confirmed by the Senate earlier this month.
Atkins returns to the SEC after previously serving as commissioner from 2002 to 2008 under President George W. Bush. He most recently ran Patomak Global Partners, a regulatory consulting firm, and has advised several blockchain and fintech startups.
He also co-chaired the Token Alliance and served as an expert witness…
