#SECCryptoRoundtable

SEC’s First Crypto Roundtable: A Turning Point for Regulation?

The SEC just hosted its first-ever cryptocurrency roundtable on March 21, 2025, bringing together legal experts, former officials, and industry leaders to discuss the future of digital asset regulation.

_ Key Highlights:

1_Miles Jennings (a16z Crypto) slammed the SEC’s previous approach, saying it failed both investors and the market. He called for a smarter regulatory framework.

2_John Reed Stark (Former SEC Director) argued that crypto should follow existing securities laws instead of seeking special treatment.

3_Commissioner Hester Peirce hinted at a “reconfiguration” of the SEC’s stance, focusing on innovation without sacrificing investor security.