#CryptoRoundTableRemarks

The recent Crypto Task Force Roundtable, held on June 9, 2025, in Washington D.C., focused on "DeFi and the American Spirit". Key remarks from the event include:

Diverse Viewpoints: SEC Commissioner Caroline A. Crenshaw highlighted the diverse set of viewpoints from different segments of the industry, emphasizing that "crypto" is far from a monolith.

Regulatory Challenges: Commissioner Crenshaw expressed concerns about the complexity of crypto regulation, stating that the SEC is facing problems with no easy solutions and heightened expectations for major changes.

Innovation-Friendly Framework: SEC Chair Paul Atkins called for a comprehensive regulatory overhaul, aiming to create an innovation-friendly framework that would make the US a hub for crypto innovation.

DeFi Discussion: The roundtable discussed decentralized finance (DeFi), exploring whether new rules and regulations are needed or if existing financial regulations can be applied.

Potential Ripple Discussion: There were speculations that the Ripple vs SEC case might be discussed during the roundtable, although no official confirmation was made.

The event featured key speakers, including Commissioner Hester Peirce, SEC Chair Paul Atkins, and other industry experts, and was open to the public for in-person viewing and live streaming.