SEC Advances Crypto Regulation After Ripple Settlement
The SEC is advancing crypto regulation following the Ripple settlement.
In a recent interview, Chair Paul Atkins said the agency will adjust its rules to encompass digital assets. This move aligns with the President’s Working Group report, which calls for shared oversight with the CFTC.
Under the plan, the SEC will regulate tokens classified as securities, while the CFTC oversees commodity-based tokens. This creates a unified framework for trading and compliance.
The shift toward structured crypto regulation aims to reduce investor uncertainty and boost market confidence by providing clear guidance. Traders and institutions can expect more predictable rules, potentially increasing liquidity and participation in U.S. digital asset markets.
Bullish
By clarifying regulatory responsibilities and reducing legal ambiguity, the SEC’s new framework mirrors past events where rulemaking drove market confidence, such as the 2019 guidance on ICO compliance. In similar cases, clearer rules led to price rallies and increased trading volumes. Short-term, traders may respond with increased buying as guidelines become clearer. Long-term, predictable crypto regulation supports institutional entry, higher liquidity, and sustained growth. Overall, reduced uncertainty tends to fuel bullish sentiment in digital asset markets.