The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has published a draft strategic plan for fiscal years 2026 through 2030 that formally embeds cryptocurrency regulation as a core priority for the first time under Chair Paul S. Atkins. The plan signals a shift away from the aggressive enforcement-led approach of previous leadership, instead emphasising clearer regulatory frameworks designed to provide certainty for crypto businesses while maintaining investor protections. It also outlines plans to modernise agency systems to better accommodate digital asset innovation. The draft marks a significant policy pivot at one of the world's most influential financial regulators, and its final adoption could shape how crypto firms operate, disclose, and interact with U.S. capital markets over the next five years.
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