A new leadership at the SEC: Paul Atkins prioritizes digital asset regulation in the U.S.
Paul Atkins, nominated by former President Donald Trump, has been officially appointed as the 34th chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), after being confirmed by the Senate with a vote of 52 to 44.
In his first statement as head of the agency, Atkins thanked the Senate and Trump for their trust, and emphasized his commitment to making the United States the safest and most attractive environment for investments and business. He also stated that digital asset regulation will be a key priority during his tenure.
Atkins succeeds Gary Gensler, a critical figure in the crypto industry, whose term was marked by stalling the progress of altcoin ETFs. Since his departure, more than 70 cryptocurrency-related ETF applications are awaiting approval from the SEC.