SEC under Chair Paul Atkins reportedly developing 'Regulation Crypto' package

The reported rulemaking effort would seek to create a more structured framework for digital assets through the SEC (U.S. securities regulator).

Summary

The SEC under Chair Paul Atkins is reportedly preparing a formal rulemaking package called "Regulation Crypto" to build a structured regulatory framework for digital assets. If pursued, a formal rulemaking process could mark a more systematic approach to crypto oversight by the SEC (U.S. securities regulator), which has played a central role in determining how digital assets are treated under U.S. securities law.

Terms & Concepts
  • digital assets: Blockchain-based tokens and related financial instruments.
  • rulemaking: Formal process for creating or updating regulations.
  • SEC: U.S. securities regulator overseeing markets and disclosures.