SEC Reschedules Crypto Privacy Roundtable for December 15 Amid Growing Scrutiny
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission will host a pivotal roundtable on cryptocurrency privacy and surveillance on December 15, following a postponement from October. The event, held at SEC headquarters in Washington and webcast publicly, aims to reconcile technological innovation with regulatory oversight.
Commissioner Hester M. Peirce framed the discussion as an opportunity to modernize frameworks in response to rapid advancements. Participants include privacy researchers, blockchain developers, and executives—focusing on data collection practices, surveillance tools, and the risks of overreach.
The timing reflects mounting pressure on crypto platforms. Traditional finance giants like Citadel have amplified calls for stricter DeFi oversight, while exchanges face criticism for their monitoring systems. The SEC’s move signals a proactive stance as adoption expands.
