Hester Peirce Urges SEC to Implement Crypto Regulations in Rulemaking

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce emphasized the importance of regulatory clarity in the cryptocurrency space. Peirce, also known as “Crypto Mom,” highlighted the need for clear rules to foster innovation and protect investors. She believes that Congress should take action to provide a regulatory framework that balances innovation and investor protection. [...]

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Coinbase Pushes SEC for Clear Crypto Rules: 36 Key Recommendations

Coinbase has taken a proactive step in addressing digital asset regulations by responding to SEC Commissioner Hester Peirces request for information. This response highlights critical elements necessary for a structured regulatory framework. Coinbase’s recommendations focus on establishing a clear taxonomy to differentiate digital commodities from securities, ensuring that secondary market sales of digital commodities are […]

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SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Speaks Up on Controversial Penny Stock Bars

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has expressed her dissenting stance on the Commission's latest decision to impose permanent penny stock bars on four respondents involved in adjudication matters. This sentiment was publicized in her tweet on June 28, along with a link to an official statement explaining her position. (Read More)

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Hester Peirce: US crypto laws can’t assume ‘everything is a financial asset’

Cryptocurrency laws in the United States should be “reserved” and not regulate the technology as though every use is financial, argues a commissioner at the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. On June 29, Commissioner Hester Peirce — dubbed “Crypto Mom” — appeared remotely at Australian Blockchain Week and was asked how she would regulate crypto, answering: [...]

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SEC Going After Crypto Auditors? Commissioner Peirce Dissents

SEC's recent warning to accounting firms says they could be accountable for crypto audits they make.

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SEC Commissioner Calls for Clarity on Howey Test After the FTX Debacle

The FTX collapse shows a need for clearer guidelines on which tokens are actually securities.

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'Rush of radical rulemakings' — Hester Peirce criticizes SEC agenda

Peirce has called for regulatory clarity around certain issues relating to crypto as part of the SEC Spring 2022 Regulatory Agenda, which was released on Wednesday.

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SEC Commissioner on Possible US Regulations in Response to the Terra/Luna Collapse...

 (Beginning at 2min 18sec in to the video) SEC commissioner Hester Peirce discusses the effect Terra's collapse could have on crypto regulation in the U.S.

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Hester Peirce Supports Stablecoin Regulations With Room For Failure

Regulation News “Crypto mom”, Hester Pierce, is showing her support for a regulatory framework for stablecoins that allows “room for there to be failure.” Pierce stated that one place we might see some movement is around stablecoins. She has made an effort to urge the SEC to use its regulatory powers to provide exemptions to […]

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SEC's Hester Peirce says new stablecoin regs need to allow room for failure

The SEC’s “crypto mom” Hester Peirce has said the regulatory “movement” around stablecoins needs to allow for “trial and error” and room for failure.

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New SEC Proposal Could Be a Disaster for DeFi Exchanges

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SEC Commissioner: The U.S. Doesn't Need A New Bitcoin Regulator

Hester Peirce also said she doesn’t understand why a bitcoin spot ETF hasn’t yet been approved, adding the reasoning to deny is outdated.

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SEC Commissioner says 'safe harbor' laws would've made ICO problems worse

Instead of a safe harbor for crypto firms, SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw called for a “bridge” in which crypto firms work with the SEC to determine compliance plans.

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Hester Peirce: the government shouldnt hinder people who want to try new things

Commissioner Peirce wants a government that serves the American people and doesn’t stop others from trying new things Often referred to as “Crypto Mom,” Peirce sees herself more as a “freedom maximalist” Commissioner Peirce is head of the SEC’s new crypto task force SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has said that it’s been “extremely frustrating” watching […]

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Hester Peirce: SEC Awaits Chair to Set Crypto Agenda

The Chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has been confirmed by the Senate, signaling a potentially significant shift in the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. Gary Gensler, who has a background in blockchain and digital assets, was recently confirmed by the Senate as the new SEC Chair. This move has [...]

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Legislation Introduced to Remove SEC Chair Gensler from His Role

United States Representative Warren Davidson has announced plans to introduce legislation that would remove SEC Chair Gary Gensler from his role and replace it with an Executive Director that reports to the Board. The move follows the SEC's proposed rule amendments that could bring certain brokers under additional regulatory scrutiny and redefine an "exchange." While Gensler has said the proposed changes could benefit investors and markets, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has criticized the move, accusing the regulator of stifling new technology and entrepreneurship. The SEC has faced criticism for using enforcement actions to develop the law on a case-by-case basis, rather than creating clear regulations. (Read More)

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SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce States Proposed Amendments to Definition of ‘Exchange’ Render Innovation ‘Kaput’

Hester Peirce, a commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), has issued her opinion on the recent attempts of the institution to change the definition of “exchange” under the Exchange Act Rule. According to Peirce, the institution is now expanding its reach to solve “problems that do not exist,” stifling innovation in the [...]

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Coinbase exec urges SEC reform after Trumps election win

Coinbase chief legal officer Paul Grewal urged the SEC to foster crypto innovation over litigation.

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Crypto Dad denies interest in becoming the next SEC chair

Giancarlo said he’s not interested in any crypto role in the US Treasury Speculation has grown over who will replace SEC Chair Gary Gensler following Donald Trump’s re-election Christopher Giancarlo, former CFTC chair, has denied rumors that he’s being considered to replace Gary Gensler as the head of the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). […]

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SEC's Gag Rule Faces Criticism: Commissioner Hester Peirce Calls for Reform

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has publicly disagreed with the agency's refusal to amend the 1972 gag rule, raising concerns over its impact on free speech and regulatory integrity. The rule, which prevents defendants from criticizing SEC allegations post-settlement, is being challenged for its constitutional implications. (Read More)

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