SEC Backs Pro-Crypto Framework to Strengthen U.S. Leadership

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has taken a significant step toward shaping the future of digital assets by endorsing the President’s Working Group (PWG) crypto policy proposals. In a recent statement, SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins expressed strong support for the recommendations, calling them the product of sustained inter-agency efforts and a critical step toward regulatory clarity [1]. He emphasized that the framework aligns with the Trump administration’s goal of positioning the U.S. as the center of the global crypto economy [2].

According to Atkins, the PWG report offers a balanced approach to digital asset oversight, one that encourages innovation while protecting investors and maintaining the integrity of financial markets [3]. The framework is designed to preserve market stability, enable secure adoption of digital assets, and enhance investor safeguards [4]. Atkins reiterated that the SEC will continue using its existing authority to create new rules and enforce any legislation passed by Congress. He also expressed appreciation for President Trump’s leadership on the issue, stating that the proactive stance contrasts with the previous administration’s approach [5].

The PWG report emphasizes the need for closer coordination between the SEC, the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), and other federal agencies to develop a unified and transparent regulatory approach. Atkins said the SEC would work with Commissioner Hester Peirce and the SEC’s Crypto Task Force to advance this vision. The report also urges regulators to act swiftly to bring new financial products to market and clarify the role of banks in handling stablecoins and blockchain technology [6].

The White House has also weighed in, encouraging federal regulators to implement the report’s recommendations. In a fact sheet, the administration highlighted that the report outlines clear rules for registration, custody, trading, and recordkeeping of digital assets. It noted that by doing so, policymakers can ensure the U.S. leads the blockchain revolution and enters a new era of crypto innovation [7].

The Trump administration’s efforts received a key boost following the president’s signing of the first-ever congressional legislation regulating stablecoins. The law provides a framework for US dollar-backed stablecoins, a move that supporters say will encourage broader adoption in mainstream finance [8]. However, some lawmakers have criticized the stablecoin framework, citing potential conflicts of interest due to the president’s affiliations with digital asset businesses, including World Liberty Financial [9].

Atkins acknowledged that the U.S. must continue to step up its efforts to remain competitive in the crypto revolution. He expressed willingness to play an active role in shaping policies that foster growth while addressing potential risks. His endorsement of the PWG report signals a broader shift in regulatory strategy, reflecting an administration-wide push to support innovation in fintech and blockchain technology [10].

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[1] https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/speeches-statements/atkins-pwg-073005

[2] https://www.mitrade.com/insights/news/live-news/article-3-1001461-20250731

[3] https://cryptodnes.bg/en/sec-chair-backs-new-crypto-rules-to-boost-u-s-leadership/

[4] https://www.ainvest.com/news/bitcoin-news-today-sec-advances-pro-crypto-framework-trump-policy-push-2507/

[5] https://coinfomania.com/paul-atkins-pushes-for-pro-crypto-regulatory-framework/

[6] https://www.mexc.com/news/sec-chairman-paul-atkins-says-regulatory-framework-will-drive-u-s-crypto-innovation/63029

[7] https://cryptodnes.bg/en/

[8] https://coinmarketcap.com/community/articles/688b3c3c32fd41286026cd82/

[10] https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/07-30-2025-u-s-sec-chair-advocates-for-collaborative-digital-asset-regulation-framework-27662551641481