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Regulatory Tide Turns? Blockchain References in SEC Filings Hit New Peak

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Regulatory Tide Turns Blockchain References In Sec Filings Hit New Peak

5,000+ Blockchain References in SEC Filings: Is a Crypto-Friendly Era Ahead?

5,000+ Blockchain References In Sec Filings: Is A Crypto-Friendly Era Ahead?

In February, phrases about blockchain hit a record high in SEC filings. Thus, the robust increasing trend that started in mid-2023 has continued, with over 5,000 keyword references documented in the agency’s EDGAR database. The growing widespread adoption of blockchain technology across a range of companies and the changing regulatory environment under the current administration are both reflected in this explosion of regulatory framework.

Instead of establishing regulatory boundaries primarily through enforcement activities, this development seems to be a part of a larger effort to interact with industry players. The rising frequency of blockchain-related terms in SEC filings might also be a reflection of companies’ increased ease with talking about digital asset plans in formal records.

New SEC Chair, New Rules? Crypto Regulation Takes a Drastic Turn

As Acting Chair Mark Uyeda took over after the January presidential transition, the SEC’s stance on cryptocurrency regulation underwent a dramatic change, which is reflected in the rise of blockchain mentions. In contrast to the previous administration’s strategy, the SEC has concluded several high-profile investigations into prominent cryptocurrency firms, such as Uniswap, Coinbase, Yuga Labs, Kraken, and Gemini. Compared to the regulation-by-enforcement approach that was prevalent under former Chair Gary Gensler, when the agency filed a large number of cases against cryptocurrency companies, this marks a significant change.

A more cooperative approach to blockchain regulation is indicated by the recently formed crypto task team, which was headed by Commissioner Hester Peirce and established by Uyeda in late January. Later this month, the task group will host its first roundtable in an effort to establish the framework for future regulations pertaining to digital assets.

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