SEC to Introduce Special Regulatory Regime for Crypto Innovation by 2026
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to establish formal rules for the cryptocurrency industry, including an "innovation exception" that would allow blockchain-based projects to operate without immediate regulatory penalties. SEC Chairman Paul Atkins confirmed the agency aims to begin rulemaking by late 2025 or early 2026, marking a shift from its previous "regulation by enforcement" approach.
The proposed framework seeks to create a predictable environment for crypto development in the U.S., discouraging entrepreneurs from seeking more favorable jurisdictions abroad. The GENIUS Stablecoin Act has already demonstrated successful collaboration between regulators and market participants.