SEC Shifts Regulatory Strategy: Rulemaking Over Enforcement in Crypto

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing for a major overhaul of its approach to crypto regulation, abandoning the enforcement-driven tactics favored under former Chair Gary Gensler. The SEC Chair, Paul Atkins, announced that the agency will prioritize rulemaking through a public “notice and comment” process, marking a significant shift in policy. This means regulatory decisions will be made through open forums, not legal battles.