The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is preparing to hold another roundtable that could shape future crypto regulations. The event, scheduled for October 17, will focus on financial surveillance and privacy in the digital asset space. The roundtable will be the sixth in a series of meetings hosted by the SEC’s cryptocurrency task force, which is chaired by Commissioner Hester Peirce. These discussions are being held at the SEC’s Washington, D.C., headquarters and are part of a broader effort to address the regulatory challenges surrounding digital assets. A Series of Roundtables Amid Regulatory Reforms The upcoming roundtable is part of a larger effort that includes 10 scheduled meetings across the US, running from August through December. These discussions coincide with the SEC’s recent proposals aimed at providing clarity and flexibility for crypto market participants. Last week, the commission proposed exemptions and safe harbors regarding the offer and sale of crypto assets, as well as modifications to broker-dealer financial responsibility rules, potentially easing regulatory burdens for US-based digital asset firms. This shift in regulatory approach comes after months of enforcement actions and lawsuits being dropped or reconsidered. Both the SEC and Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) appear to be recalibrating their stance, focusing more on fostering innovation rather than strict enforcement. Acting CFTC Chair Caroline Pham has aligned the agency’s approach with the White House’s crypto policy priorities. Recently, the SEC and CFTC announced plans to explore a move toward 24/7 capital markets, along with coordinated oversight of crypto derivatives and spot trading, reflecting recommendations from the President’s Working Group on Digital Asset Markets released in July. Potential Lawmaking Could Reshape Crypto Regulation The developments are unfolding against the backdrop of proposed legislation in Congress. The Responsible Financial Innovation Act, currently under consideration in the Senate, could redefine the authority and responsibilities of both the SEC and CFTC . Senator Cynthia Lummis, one of the bill’s sponsors, suggested it could pass into law before 2026, signaling a major turning point in how digital assets are regulated in the United States. As the crypto industry continues to grow, these initiatives may also have far-reaching implications for its future. The post SEC’s Crypto Task Force Plans New Roundtable Amid Possible Policy Shifts appeared first on TheCoinrise.com .
