U.S. SEC and CFTC to Host Roundtable on DeFi and Crypto Regulation
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) will hold a public roundtable on September 29, 2025, to address regulatory clarity for decentralized finance (DeFi), perpetual contracts, and other crypto products. The event, hosted at the SEC's Washington, D.C. headquarters, aims to harmonize reporting standards and foster market efficiency while preserving innovation.
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins and CFTC Acting Chairman Caroline Pham emphasized the need for coordinated oversight. The discussion will focus on streamlining data requirements, defining product classifications, and ensuring cohesive rules for spot crypto assets. A live webcast will be available on the SEC's website.