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Gary Gensler, Chairman of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), announced his resignation from his position effective January 20, 2025, coinciding with the inauguration of President-elect Donald Trump. Gensler was known for his tough stance on cryptocurrencies and his actions against major platforms such as Coinbase and Binance. His resignation opens the way for Trump to appoint a new chairman who may change the Commission's policies towards financial markets and digital assets.