#SECGuidance
In April 2025, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) issued new guidance on crypto asset securities to clarify registration and disclosure requirements for digital assets, including those involved in investment contracts. This move aims to enhance transparency and investor protection within the evolving crypto market. At the same time, SEC Acting Chairman Mark Uyeda proposed a temporary regulatory framework to allow innovation while long-term rules are being developed. In response, the SEC and Binance jointly requested a 60-day pause in their ongoing legal case, citing the establishment of a new crypto task force dedicated to drafting clearer guidance on how securities laws apply to digital assets. These developments signal a shift in the SEC’s approach from strict enforcement to a more collaborative stance, which is expected to result in clearer rules and more favorable outcomes for crypto-related businesses.