The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has shared its main plans for Spring 2025 under Chair Paul Atkins. The key goal is to set clear rules for crypto assets. This plan could change how digital assets are created, traded, and regulated in the United States. U.S. SEC Set to Build Clearer Rules Towards Growing Crypto Market According to the announcement, the agenda lists a proposal that would directly address the offer and sale of crypto assets. The SEC’s Rulemaking Division is reviewing ways to introduce safe harbors and exemptions. These steps are designed to give businesses and investors more trust when working with digital assets. To make sure everyone’s voice is heard, the SEC is asking the public to share their opinions on the proposals. Some firms, like Wintermute, have already sent feedback on tokenized securities to the SEC’s Crypto Task Force. This shows that the industry is ready to work with regulators to shape new rules. The SEC is also working with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to create a consistent approach for crypto oversight. Together, the two agencies recently issued a joint statement supporting the idea of spot crypto trading on regulated U.S. exchanges. Atkins Pushes Clear Rules to Drive U.S. Crypto Leadership Since taking office, Atkins has placed regulatory clarity at the top of his agenda. He argues that crypto markets cannot grow without stable and predictable rules. His approach aligns with President Trump’s wider strategy to make the U.S. the global leader in crypto innovation. Earlier in July, Atkins introduced Project Crypto, a program designed to modernize securities rules and bring parts of the financial system onto blockchain networks. This latest agenda builds on that momentum and shows a strong intent to set clear rules for crypto markets. He has repeatedly stressed that his leadership will focus on clear crypto rules while keeping a firm stance against fraud and misconduct. SEC Shifts from Crackdowns to Clear Rules Under Atkins This agenda also highlights a sharp shift from the SEC’s previous leadership. Under former Chair Gary Gensler, the SEC mostly used lawsuits and enforcement instead of making clear rules. This left many crypto companies unsure about what was allowed. The new SEC is now taking a very different approach. High-profile lawsuits against Binance and Coinbase have been dropped. Also, the long-running case with Ripple has come to an end , with both parties withdrawing their appeals. While crypto is a central focus, Atkins has made it clear that the new agenda also reflects a wider shift in how the SEC makes rules. He explained that several items from the last administration have been withdrawn because they did not meet the goal of “smart and effective regulation” within the SEC’s authority. The post SEC Chair Unveils New Agenda with Focus on Crypto Rules appeared first on TheCoinrise.com .
