SEC Reconsiders Crypto Firms as Alternative Trading Systems
- SEC revisits crypto firm regulations under new leadership.
- Potential deregulation could affect market classifications.
- Industry seeks collaborative regulatory framework.
Acting Chairman Mark Uyeda announced the SEC might drop a 2022 proposal, intending to classify certain crypto firms as alternative trading systems, at a recent briefing in Washington.
The decision could reshape regulatory approaches, easing compliance burdens for crypto firms. Industry stakeholders anticipate increased alignment between the SEC and other regulators.
SEC Examines 2022 Proposal Under Uyeda’s Leadership
The SEC, under Mark Uyeda’s leadership, is reconsidering aspects of a 2022 proposal. The original plan aimed to broaden the definition of an alternative trading system to include some cryptocurrency platforms, which encountered opposition.
Uyeda directed an evaluation of this part of the proposal. His decision echoes concerns that merging crypto regulation with broader financial market changes could stifle innovation in the digital asset space.
Regulatory Shift Could Boost Crypto Market Involvement
Industry advocates view Uyeda’s decision as a relief, potentially sparing crypto firms from stringent requirements. Experts suggest the move could encourage more by preventing burdensome classifications.
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Financial and political stakeholders are closely monitoring the regulatory shift, noting the potential for streamlined collaborative frameworks between the SEC and entities like the CFTC. This collaboration might drive a consistent regulatory approach.
Experts Urge Tailored Regulations for Crypto Platforms
The 2022 proposal echoed past attempts to integrate cryptocurrency platforms within existing regulatory structures, facing backlash for its sweeping scope. Historical resistance highlights the industry’s call for tailored regulations.
Experts like Commissioner Hester Peirce emphasize the importance of industry feedback in shaping regulations. Past trends suggest regulatory cohesion could foster sector growth and stability, engaging with crypto market dynamics.
People affected by the rules should have a place in making them. – Hester Peirce, Commissioner, SEC
