#CryptoRoundTableRemarks Yes, a significant Crypto Roundtable Conference was held in the United States on May 12, 2025, organized by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) as part of its ongoing efforts to establish a clear regulatory
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🔍 Highlights from the May 12 SEC Roundtable
🏛️ Theme: Tokenization — Bridging Traditional Finance and DeFi
The roundtable, titled “Tokenization — Moving Assets Onchain: Where TradFi and DeFi Meet,” focused on the increasing shift of securities from traditional databases to blockchain-based systems. This transition underscores the growing adoption of Web3 technologies in the financial sector.
🎙️ Chairman Paul Atkins' Vision
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins delivered a keynote address emphasizing a departure from the previous enforcement-centric approach. He advocated for:
Clear Regulations: Establishing definitive rules for the issuance, custody, and trading of digital assets.
Custody Reforms: Updating custody rules to accommodate the unique aspects of digital assets.
Trading Enhancements: Allowing broker-dealers to offer both securities and non-securities through integrated platforms.
Regulatory Clarity: Providing exemptions for certain crypto service providers to foster innovation while ensuring compliance.
Atkins stated, *“It is a new day at the SEC. Policymaking will no longer result from ad hoc enforcement actions.”*
📈 Focus on Real-World Asset (RWA) Tokenization
The conference highlighted the growing interest in tokenizing real-world assets, such as real estate and commodities. This approach aims to enhance liquidity and accessibility in traditional markets.
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🗓️ Upcoming SEC Crypto Roundtables
The SEC has scheduled additional roundtables to further explore various aspects of the crypto industry:
June 9, 2025: “DeFi and the American Spirit”
April 25, 2025: “Know Your Custodian: Key Considerations for Crypto Custody”
April 11, 2025: “Between a Block and a Hard Place: Tailoring Regulation for Crypto Trading” $BNB #ETHCrossed2500
