SEC Chair proposes overhaul of crypto regulations to foster innovation and clarity
14th May 2025 – (New York) U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins has announced a comprehensive initiative to redefine the regulatory landscape for digital assets, emphasising clearer frameworks for issuance, custody, and trading. Speaking at a crypto roundtable on 12th May, Atkins criticised the SEC’s past approach to cryptocurrency as inconsistent and adversarial, pledging to establish pragmatic, innovation-friendly policies.
On the topic of crypto asset issuance, Atkins acknowledged that regulatory uncertainty has discouraged firms from utilising compliant mechanisms such as registered offerings or Regulation A. He highlighted the need for new pathways to…
