The U.S. SEC promotes cryptocurrency and AI financial regulation to protect investors and encourage innovation and competition with a principle of minimal intervention

ChainCatcher News, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chairman Paul S. Atkins stated at the OECD Global Financial Markets Roundtable that the SEC will modernize securities regulation rules through Project Crypto, clarifying the securities status of crypto assets and providing a clear regulatory framework for companies to raise funds, trade, stake, and lend on-chain. He emphasized that most crypto tokens do not fall under the category of securities, and regulation will protect investors with a principle of minimal intervention while encouraging innovation and competition.

Atkins also pointed out that artificial intelligence (AI) will combine with blockchain to promote "smart agent finance," achieving automated trading, capital allocation, and risk management, enhancing market efficiency and reducing costs. He called for international cooperation, drawing on the EU's MiCA experience to jointly advance digital asset regulation and financial innovation. The SEC's goal is to establish a globally leading crypto and AI financial ecosystem in the U.S., creating more opportunities for investors and businesses.