U.S. Crypto Policy Shift Boosts Global Hub Ambitions Amid Market Volatility
Regulatory shifts and market sentiment are reshaping the cryptocurrency landscape, with the U.S. positioning itself as a potential global hub for digital assets. On July 27–August 2, top officials including SEC Chair Paul Atkins emphasized the need to “reshore” crypto companies, signaling a policy shift toward friendlier regulation [1]. Atkins also announced “Project Crypto,” a U.S. initiative aimed at modernizing the SEC for digital finance and establishing clearer rules for crypto assets [1]. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent called the U.S. crypto environment a “golden age,” urging builders to launch protocols domestically [1]. This regulatory optimism is already influencing business decisions, with firms like Kraken and…