Catenaa, Monday, May 19, 2025 – Mentions of “cryptocurrency” in US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) filings soared to a record 786 in April, signaling a sharp rise in federal scrutiny and regulatory interest, according to new data.
The figure represents a 38% increase from March and an 8% rise year over year, surpassing the previous record of 727 set in April 2024.
From January 2024 to March 2025, the average monthly mentions hovered at 457.
Analysts say the spike reflects growing institutional concern and regulatory readiness ahead of expected policy developments.
Stablecoins also saw increased attention. References to the term averaged 48 mentions monthly between January 2024 and January 2025, but surged to 103 on average between February and April of this year.
April alone recorded 104 mentions, while March logged a recent high of 124.
The increase in stablecoin discourse comes amid rising debate over reserve standards and consumer protection frameworks.
Regulatory momentum suggests policymakers may be preparing to formalize new rules to improve transparency and accountability for issuers and custodians alike.
Industry observers interpret the surge in crypto-related language in official filings as a sign of the sector’s evolving status-from speculative frontier to a recognized element of corporate risk management and investor relations.
Market participants are hopeful that this attention will culminate in clearer and more consistent rules, fostering long-term growth and mainstream adoption.
