#CryptoRoundTableRemarks : SEC Encourages Clearer and More Inclusive Crypto Regulations

On May 12, 2025, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins delivered an important speech at the Crypto Task Force Roundtable, highlighting the need for a rational regulatory framework for crypto assets. Atkins emphasized the importance of clear rules for the issuance, storage, and trading of digital assets to protect investors from fraud and provide legal certainty for industry participants.

Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw added that the tokenization of real-world assets requires a transparent and predictable regulatory approach so that market participants are not confused about compliance with regulations.

Meanwhile, Commissioner Mark Uyeda highlighted the challenges in the storage of crypto assets, stressing the need for clear guidance to ensure security and compliance with federal securities laws.