Catenaa, Saturday, September 20, 2025-US Securities and Exchange Commission Chairman Paul Atkins said the agency will alert businesses to technical violations before taking enforcement action, signaling a shift from aggressive approaches, according to the Financial Times.
Atkins acknowledged criticism over unpredictable past enforcement, saying the SEC “would shoot first and then ask questions later.” He stressed restoring due process, notice, and rule-of-law principles in regulatory oversight.
The SEC recently released its rule-making agenda, which includes revising cryptocurrency regulations and reducing perceived burdens on Wall Street.
Atkins stated most tokens are not securities and plans to allow trading of tokenized shares and bonds around the clock using blockchain while maintaining legal protections.
This approach contrasts with former President Joe Biden’s stricter crypto policies focused on fraud prevention and anti-money laundering. Atkins’ stance aligns with President Donald Trump’s pledge to expand digital asset adoption and support a crypto-friendly regulatory framework.
Market participants may see more predictable guidance under this enforcement philosophy, particularly in digital asset markets where regulatory clarity has been limited.
