Paul Atkins Confirmed SEC Chair: What His Deregulatory Past Means for Crypto
- Paul Atkins confirmed as SEC Chair in 52-44 Senate vote.
- Atkins vows to prioritize regulatory clarity for digital assets.
- His past clients include DeFi platforms and crypto exchanges.
Paul Atkins won Senate confirmation as the next Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) securing a majority 52-44 Senate vote. His appointment awaits an official swearing-in and President Trump signing the executive order.
Crypto proponents hope Atkins could bring in a more pro-innovative and lighter regulatory touch compared to his predecessor.
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Atkins is well-known for his deregulatory views during his previous tenure as an SEC Commissioner from 2002–2008 under President George W. Bush. His expected return comes as lawmakers and market participants increasingly demand urgent clarity on the classification of digital assets.
When nominated by Trump, Atkins specifically identified creating a “clear and predictable framework for digital assets” would be his top priority. This includes tackling the persistent question of what defines a cur…
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Paul Atkins Confirmed SEC Chair: What His Deregulatory Past Means for Crypto
- Paul Atkins confirmed as SEC Chair in 52-44 Senate vote.
- Atkins vows to prioritize regulatory clarity for digital assets.
- His past clients include DeFi platforms and crypto exchanges.
Paul Atkins won Senate confirmation as the next Chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) securing a majority 52-44 Senate vote. His appointment awaits an official swearing-in and President Trump signing the executive order.
Crypto proponents hope Atkins could bring in a more pro-innovative and lighter regulatory touch compared to his predecessor.
Related: Trump’s SEC Pick Paul Atkins Clears Committee, Heads to Full Senate
Paul Atkins Seen as Hope for Crypto
Atkins is well-known for his deregulatory views during his previous tenure as an SEC Commissioner from 2002–2008 under President George W. Bush. His expected return comes as lawmakers and market participants increasingly demand urgent clarity on the classification of digital assets.
When nominated by Trump, Atkins specifically identified creating a “clear and predictable framework for digital assets” would be his top priority. This includes tackling the persistent question of what defines a cur…
The post Paul Atkins Confirmed SEC Chair: What His Deregulatory Past Means for Crypto appeared first on Coin Edition.
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