The SEC is moving to regulate the cryptocurrency market in a way that we do not know!
Anyone following the crypto market is sure to see the significant shift in the direction of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) towards regulating the digital currency market, as the acting chairman, Mark Uyeda, has ceased to pursue any enforcement actions against cryptocurrency companies unless they are involved in clear fraud.
According to attorney Josh Hesse, the agency is expected to focus under the new U.S. administration on protecting retail investors and reducing fraud, rather than pursuing brokers or punishing companies for technical regulatory shortcomings.
The report mentioned that several prominent cases, such as those against Coinbase, Kraken, and Ripple, are under review and may be dropped or settled.
It is also expected that the controversial “Howey Test” will be replaced with a clearer classification system for cryptocurrencies, which could enhance innovation and provide a more transparent and stable regulatory environment.
On a global level, there are also significant updates in anti-money laundering and counter-terrorism financing guidelines from the Financial Action Task Force (FATF), along with proposed changes in capital requirements from the Dubai Financial Services Authority, which may have varying impacts on brokers and investment firms.
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