#CryptoRoundTableRemarks Diverse Views and a Slow-and-Steady Rulemaking Push

At the final Crypto Task Force session on June 9, Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw stressed that “crypto” isn’t one thing—panelists ranged from DeFi builders to legacy registrants, all debating where SEC jurisdiction should stop and start. She highlighted ongoing concerns around market structure, transparency, and retail-investor protection, noting there aren’t any “quick fixes” and emphasizing that thoughtful, formal rulemaking (with full notice and comment) beats hasty action.

Pro-Innovation Signals from the Chair

Newly confirmed Chair Paul Atkins used the same DeFi-focused roundtable to back self-custody as a “foundational American value” and to direct staff to craft a conditional “innovation exemption” framework for on-chain products—aimed at giving builders breathing room while the SEC works up tailored rules of the road.

All told, the SEC’s message was clear: it’s listening to a wide spectrum of industry voices, wants to protect investors, and is open to carving out smart