#CryptoRoundTableRemarks On the round table of the Cryptocurrency Working Group on May 12, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins announced a significant change in the U.S. regulatory strategy towards cryptocurrencies. This change implies a transition from an initial law enforcement-focused approach to the creation of a more predictable, rational regulatory framework based on clear rules.

The question that arises is whether this new SEC approach will provide the regulatory clarity that the cryptocurrency industry has been yearning for. While the intention to establish clear rules is a positive and potentially constructive step, the definitive answer to whether this will be the expected regulatory clarity will depend on several factors. These include the specificity and practicality of the rules that are developed, the speed at which they are implemented, and the SEC's receptiveness to the needs and concerns of the industry.

This change may mark a positive turning point, fostering innovation and investment by reducing legal uncertainty. However, the effectiveness of this new approach will ultimately be measured by the quality and implementation of the regulations that are enacted. The industry will be looking to see rules that are clear enough to allow for compliance and innovation without stifling the sector's growth potential.