SEC Unveils New Crypto Regulatory Agenda: Clarity for Market Players

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has released its Spring 2025 regulatory agenda, focusing on clearer guidelines for the cryptocurrency market to foster investor protection and stimulate innovation. This action aims to provide legal clarity that could impact crypto markets and major digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. SEC Chair Paul Atkins highlighted the need for clear rules regarding the issuance, custody, and trading of crypto assets. The proposal seeks to offer certainty to investors while discouraging potential misconduct.