- SEC’s introduction of Crypto 2.0, task force leadership, market focus.
- Task force enhances digital asset transparency.
- Hester Peirce leads regulatory policy change.

The SEC has launched the SEC Crypto 2.0 initiative, creating a presidential cryptocurrency working group to align digital asset regulations with traditional securities. The initiative aims to provide legal certainty and protection for retail investors.
This development reflects a shift in regulatory focus, seeking to balance financial innovation with market integrity. The establishment of the Crypto Task Force signifies a structured approach to cryptocurrency regulation.
Hester Peirce Leads New SEC Crypto Task Force
Hester Peirce leads the SEC’s newly formed Crypto Task Force, supported by key advisors Richard Gabbert and Taylor Asher. The SEC is emphasizing the need for comprehensive reporting requirements for digital asset securities, ensuring consistency with traditional securities regulation.
The initiative introduces the Digital Asset Reporting and Tracking system (DART) in cooperation with the CFTC, designed to enhance transparency across off-chain trades. This system aims to unify digital asset transaction data.
Market responses to the initiative vary, with industry leaders like Binance’s Zhao Changpeng acknowledging the regulatory challenges but noting potential for new opportunities. Key figures advocate for a balanced approach to regulation.
“This undertaking will take time, patience, and much hard work. It will succeed only if the Task Force has input from a wide range of investors, industry participants, academics, and other interested parties.” – Hester Peirce, Commissioner, SEC
Crypto Task Force: Regulatory Shift Affects Market Confidence
In previous regulatory efforts, the SEC predominantly relied on enforcement actions, often using novel legal interpretations. The shift to structured initiatives like Crypto 2.0 demonstrates a significant change in regulatory strategy.
According to CoinMarketCap, BUSD maintains a price of $1.00 with a market cap of approximately $58.14 million. Trading volume in the past 24 hours reached $5.85 million, marking a 1.75% increase. Over the last 90 days, BUSD’s price has changed by 0.08%.
Industry experts predict that the Crypto Task Force will streamline the legal landscape for cryptocurrencies, potentially boosting investor confidence. Historical trends indicate that clearer regulations can foster innovation and growth, despite initial market volatility.