The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has announced the advancement of its “SEC Crypto 2.0” initiative. It signals a stronger regulatory framework for digital asset securities. As part of this initiative, the agency has also proposed the establishment of a Presidential Task Force on Cryptocurrency. The newly established task force serves to monitor and coordinate federal agency activities.
SEC Proposes Amendments to Securities Exchange Act for Crypto Regulation
Digital asset securities purchases through on-blockchain and off-blockchain systems must adhere to identical reporting rules that apply to regular securities. This regulatory change aims to make the digital asset market more transparent. On the other hand, they will be providing better investor protection through a formal regulatory structure.
One crucial part of the program involves intensified monitoring of activities outside chain boundaries. This includes both OTC trades and communications on decentralized platforms. The SEC has recognized these spaces because they represent high-risk areas and lack proper oversight thus the agency established them as essential targets for improved monitoring. The agency established directed reporting standards to minimize economic injuries that stem from fraud or market manipulation across digital asset activities.
The SEC has launched a proposal to create the Digital Asset Reporting system known as DART for regulatory oversight. The Digital Asset Reporting and Tracking system would be operational as a unified hub along with the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) to store digital asset securities transaction data. distinct aims to let regulators obtain instant access to transaction information which strengthens their market oversight and regulatory compliance functions.#SECCrypto2.0