SEC Crypto Task Force Announces Roundtable Series on Digital Asset Regulation
The US SEC announced Monday that its Crypto Task Force will host a series of roundtables addressing key regulatory areas for digital assets. The first event in the “Spring Sprint Toward Crypto Clarity” series will focus on defining security status and will take place on March 21.
Event Details
- Date: March 21
- Time: 1:00 P.M. to 5:00 P.M.
- Location: SEC headquarters in Washington, D.C.
- Format: Live streamed on SEC.gov with a recording posted later
Commissioner Hester M. Peirce, who leads the task force, expressed excitement about engaging with the public to develop a regulatory framework for crypto. The roundtables are seen as a crucial part of the SEC’s interaction with stakeholders.
Goals of the Crypto Task Force
- Establish clear regulatory lines for digital assets
- Provide paths to registration
- Create sensible disclosure frameworks
- Deploy enforcement resources judiciously
The task force’s formation represents a shift in the SEC’s approach to crypto regulation, aligning with President Trump’s promises. The focus is on providing clarity on applying federal securities laws to the crypto market while balancing innovation with investor protection.
Task Force Members
Commissioner Peirce announced the task force’s staff members, including Richard Gabbert as Chief of Staff, Michael Selig as Chief Counsel, and Taylor Asher as Chief Policy Advisor, along with eleven senior advisors with diverse regulatory backgrounds.
Key appointees bring industry experience to the initiative, aiming for a balance between regulatory rigor and industry pragmatism. The task force’s composition reflects a shift away from the SEC’s previous enforcement-heavy approach to crypto regulation.
Upcoming Roundtable
The March 21 roundtable will focus on defining security status in the crypto space, a contentious issue that has been central to enforcement actions and legal challenges. Members of the public can communicate directly with the task force and request meetings through the SEC’s portal.
Additional information about the roundtable agenda and speakers will be posted on the Crypto Task Force webpage in the coming days. The task force will work with government regulators to clearly define securities and non-securities in the crypto market.
