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Chairman of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) discusses a new approach to regulating the cryptocurrency industry
New Policy for Decentralized Finance (DeFi):
- The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is working on an "innovative exemption" for decentralized finance platforms, which would free them from regulatory barriers.
- The SEC needs to amend rules to provide exemptions for issuers and intermediaries in blockchain systems.
- Developers of decentralized finance (DeFi) software should not be held responsible for how their tools are used.
- The previous approach of the commission stifled innovation under the pretext that developers could be intermediaries.
Position on Self-Custody of Cryptocurrencies:
- The right to self-custody of private property is considered a "core American value".
- The SEC intends to provide cryptocurrency investors with greater flexibility for self-custody of tokens.
New Approach of the Regulatory Agency:
- A radical shift in the SEC's approach and stance towards the cryptocurrency industry.
- Criticism of applying "outdated regulatory frameworks" to new technologies.
- "Do not fear the future".
- Establishing a working group for cryptocurrencies.
- Hosting discussions on various aspects of cryptocurrencies.
- The Republican majority in the committee supports pro-cryptocurrency policies.