SEC Chairman Paul Atkins on Monday said the coming week could be pivotal for crypto regulation as Congress advances long-awaited legislation to clarify U.S. crypto market structure.
What Happened: In a Fox Business interview, Atkins said lawmakers are moving closer to passing bipartisan market structure legislation aimed at defining regulatory authority between the SEC and the CFTC.
The bill would reduce regulatory uncertainty, protect investors, and provide clearer rules for the crypto industry.
Atkins framed the legislation as critical to preventing regulatory overreach, supporting innovation, and advancing President Donald Trump‘s goal of …