SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Jokes About NFTs in Crypto Policy Speech

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce sparked reactions across the crypto ecosystem with a tongue-in-cheek speech at a Coin Center event. Despite her term officially ending in June, Peirce clarified she remains active under rules allowing commissioners to serve 18 additional months pending Senate confirmation of a successor.

Peirce dismissed speculation about her departure with humor, suggesting alternative careers ranging from beekeeping—citing its 'less painful sting than Twitter critics'—to launching an NFT collection. 'Plan NFT will feature characters I've met at crypto’s tricky crossroads with policy,' she quipped, underscoring her engagement with the industry’s regulatory challenges.

As one of four SEC commissioners and a vocal Republican voice, Peirce’s remarks highlight the tension between innovation and oversight. Her playful tone belies the serious debates shaping digital asset regulation.