A major shift is underway at the SEC, as it is stepping away from surprise enforcement and focusing on clear, reliable rules around crypto and digital assets.
In a recent interview with Bloomberg, SEC Chair Paul Atkins pointed to the work already underway, including a crypto task force led by Commissioner Hester Peirce. Just this week, new legislation clarified that meme coins and stablecoins are not securities, which will bring much-needed certainty to the market.
The SEC is also exploring an “innovative exemption” to support tokenization while protecting investors. On stablecoins, Atkins noted that oversight has officially shifted to banking regulators, in line with the new law. He was also asked about proposals to allow 401(k) investments in private equity and crypto.
Atkins notes that interest is growing, but strong safeguards and clear disclosures are a must. Atkins noted that private markets differ sharply from public ones, especially in terms of liquidity. The agency will work closely with the Labor Department to ensure appropriate guidelines around various products. “We have to do this smartly,” he said.
“Disclosure is key, people need to know what they’re getting into,” he said. He notes that crypto in retirement plans is not for everyone. But if demand grows, it needs to be handled carefully. He looks forward to whatever the president proposes.
The Trump administration is reportedly preparing an executive order that would expand 401(k) investment options beyond traditional stocks and bonds to include assets like crypto.
Atkins took over as the SEC Chair in April, promising “a new day at the SEC.” Since taking charge, he has reversed more than a dozen proposals from the Biden era. More changes are expected further. He has hinted at revisiting rules on executive pay disclosures, scaling back reporting requirements for private fund advisers, and possibly letting hedge funds hold their crypto assets.
Looking forward, Atkins said the SEC is moving fast. The second half of 2025 is expected to bring significant rulemaking activity as the agency continues its shift toward transparency and innovation.
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