Trump’s SEC To Review and Potentially Freeze Crypto Cases Without Fraud Allegations
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could see a shift in its approach to cryptocurrency enforcement under the incoming Trump administration.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) could see a shift in its approach to cryptocurrency enforcement under the incoming Trump administration. Reports indicate that the SEC may freeze or withdraw pending crypto cases that do not involve fraud, signaling a possible departure from the aggressive stance taken by outgoing Chair Gary Gensler. This leadership transition follows President-elect Donald Trump’s announcement to appoint crypto advocate Paul Atkins as the new SEC Chair. Atkins is expected to work closely with Republican Commissioners Hester Peirce and Mark Uyeda, who…