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Story: SEC Chair Paul Atkins Backs CLARITY Act in Senate to Regulate Cryptos

By Dan Saada

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SEC Prepares Its Own Rules in Parallel. Atkins is not relying solely on the Senate. Anticipating potential legislative stagnation — and…

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What the CLARITY Act Really Changes for Issuers and DeFi. For those in the sector, the issue is simple: knowing in advance if a token is a security or not.

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Paul Atkins is in favor. The SEC chairman has officially endorsed the CLARITY Act, a bill aiming to finally establish clear rules for the U.S. crypto market.

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On July 27, Atkins clearly stated in an interview that he believes in the adoption of the CLARITY Act. Not as a wishful thought — but as a conviction.

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Atkins is not relying solely on the Senate. Anticipating potential legislative stagnation — and there's always a risk of gridlock in Washington — the SEC is preparing its own…

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It's a proactive approach. No passive waiting.

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The SEC aims to structure the market, ensure effective oversight, and strengthen administrative compliance — even in the absence of statutory voting.

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This is concrete. And it's likely what distinguishes the SEC's current stance from previous years, marked by legal actions rather than clear rules.

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Read also: Paul Atkins Supports the CLARITY Act Crypto Before Congressional Vote

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See also: Paul Atkins Backs Clarity Act as Congress Vote Looms

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For DeFi, it might be even more important. A stable regulatory framework enhances participant confidence.

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Not exactly a growth-friendly environment.

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Supporters of the bill see further. Clear and verifiable standards are also what allow tech companies to establish themselves sustainably in the United States rather than migrate…

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And the United States has lost ground in recent years on this front. No specific details on the exact timeline of Senate debates — the source does not specify when a vote might…

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See also: The Vote on the CLARITY Act in the Senate Weighs on the Crypto Industry Before August Break

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