#CryptoRoundTableRemarks

The SEC Crypto Roundtable, specifically the fifth and final roundtable of 2025, took place on June 9, 2025, in Washington, D.C. The event focused on "DeFi and the American Spirit" and brought together industry leaders, legal experts, and advocates to discuss the future of decentralized finance and crypto regulation.

Key Discussion Topics:

Smart Contracts: Functioning without intermediaries and their regulatory implications

Token Governance: Decision-making processes and regulatory frameworks

Investor Protection: Safeguards for investors in DeFi platforms

Asset Safety: Security measures for digital assets in DeFi

Regulatory Frameworks: Need for new rules or adapting existing financial regulations to DeFi