Hester Peirce: Crypto Self-Custody Is a Fundamental Right, SEC Signals 2026 Plans
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has declared self-custody of crypto assets a fundamental right, emphasizing financial freedom in the U.S. regulatory landscape. Her remarks on The Rollup podcast underscore a growing debate over individual control of digital holdings amid evolving policy frameworks.
2025 emerged as a pivotal year for crypto regulation, with the SEC fostering innovation while balancing investor protection. Proposed legislation like the Clarity Act could transfer oversight to the CFTC, potentially streamlining compliance for market participants.
Peirce's stance reflects a broader institutional shift toward reconciling decentralized finance principles with regulatory clarity. The SEC's crypto Task Force continues to advocate for transparency that empowers rather than restricts asset ownership.
