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Will Paul Atkins be appointed as SEC Chair by March 31, 2025?
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Trump Team Considers Pro-Crypto Paul Atkins for SEC Chair, Weighs CFTC Oversight for Crypto
Nov 27, 2024, 05:49 PM
President-elect Donald Trump’s transition team is reportedly considering Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner, as a leading candidate to replace Gary Gensler as SEC Chair. Atkins, known for his pro-crypto stance and advocacy for innovation in financial technology, has been interviewed for the role. He has a background in blockchain and cryptocurrency, including co-chairing the Token Alliance. Sources suggest Atkins has a 60% chance of being appointed, according to Kalshi. His potential appointment signals a possible shift in the SEC’s regulatory approach towards a more crypto-friendly direction, which could ease regulatory pressures on digital assets and fintech companies. Additionally, the Trump administration is considering transferring cryptocurrency oversight to the CFTC.
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Crypto regulation easing • 25%
Crypto regulation tightening • 25%
Focus on traditional securities • 25%
No major policy change • 25%
Paul Atkins • 25%
Mark Uyeda • 25%
Heath Tarbert • 25%
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Crypto-friendly regulation • 25%
Increased oversight of exchanges • 25%
Policy on ICOs and token offerings • 25%
Other • 25%
Dan Gallagher • 25%
Moo Deng • 25%
Paul Atkins • 25%
Robert Stebbins • 25%
Crypto regulation reform • 25%
Reducing financial regulation • 25%
Enhancing market transparency • 25%
Other • 25%
Crypto regulation overhaul • 25%
Relaxation of existing securities regulations • 25%
Increased focus on fintech innovation • 25%
Other • 25%