November 16, 2025 | 02:39The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has unveiled a transformative regulatory framework that fundamentally reshapes how digital assets are classified under federal securities laws. In a pivotal announcement, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins revealed that most cryptocurrencies currently trading do not qualify as securities, marking a significant departure from previous regulatory uncertainty and providing long-sought clarity for the digital asset industry.
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SEC Plans Crypto Token Taxonomy in Regulatory Overhaul
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is preparing a landmark regulatory framework for digital assets through its new ‘Project Crypto’ initiative, signaling a potential turning point in how cryptocurrencies are classified and regulated. SEC Chair Paul Atkins announced plans to introduce a formal token taxonomy that will clarify how digital assets are treated under U.S. securities law, while maintaining aggressive enforcement against fraudulent activities.
about SEC Plans Crypto Token Taxonomy in Regulatory OverhaulSEC Chair Unveils Crypto Token Taxonomy Plan
In a landmark announcement that signals a potential turning point for digital asset regulation, SEC Chair Paul Atkins has revealed the Commission’s strategic initiative to develop a comprehensive “token taxonomy” framework. This structured approach aims to bring much-needed clarity to the classification of crypto assets, distinguishing between securities and commodities while rejecting previous blanket regulatory treatments. The move represents a significant shift toward contextual analysis and practical oversight that could reshape the entire crypto landscape.
about SEC Chair Unveils Crypto Token Taxonomy PlanSEC Grants No-Action Letter to Solana’s DoubleZero Project
In a landmark decision that signals a potential shift in crypto regulation, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has issued a rare no-action letter to Solana-based project DoubleZero, explicitly stating that its 2Z token does not qualify as a security. This marks the Commission’s first such assessment in years and provides crucial regulatory clarity for the emerging DePIN sector, coming just days before DoubleZero’s mainnet launch scheduled for Friday.
about SEC Grants No-Action Letter to Solana's DoubleZero ProjectSEC Won’t Enforce Against DePIN Tokens in Rare Move
In a significant regulatory development, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission has issued a rare no-action letter indicating it will not pursue enforcement against tokens tied to Decentralized Physical Infrastructure Networks (DePIN). The agency’s top officials clarified that DePIN projects fall outside their regulatory mandate for capital-raising transactions, representing a notable shift in the SEC’s approach to certain blockchain-based token projects and providing crucial regulatory clarity for the emerging sector.
about SEC Won't Enforce Against DePIN Tokens in Rare MoveSEC’s ‘Crypto Mom’ Peirce Jokes About NFT Future, Defends Role
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, known throughout the cryptocurrency industry as ‘Crypto Mom,’ used a speech at a Coin Center event to address persistent speculation about her future at the regulatory agency. Blending humor with pointed commentary, Peirce joked about potential careers as an NFT creator or beekeeper but firmly reaffirmed her current focus: working to ‘get crypto policy right’ during a period of significant regulatory uncertainty for digital assets in the United States.
about SEC's 'Crypto Mom' Peirce Jokes About NFT Future, Defends RoleCoinbase, SEC Clash Over Layer-2 Sequencer Regulation
A fundamental regulatory clash is unfolding over the classification of Layer-2 blockchain technology, pitting Coinbase executives against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. At the heart of the debate is whether the centralized components of L2 networks, specifically sequencers, constitute infrastructure akin to cloud computing or should be regulated as securities exchanges. This disagreement, highlighted by contrasting statements from Coinbase Chief Legal Officer Paul Grewal and SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, creates significant uncertainty for the future of scaling solutions like Base and underscores the pressing need for a clear crypto regulatory framework.
about Coinbase, SEC Clash Over Layer-2 Sequencer RegulationU.S.-UK Crypto Task Force Aims to Align Digital Asset Rules
The United States and United Kingdom have launched a joint task force to harmonize cryptocurrency regulations and facilitate cross-border capital flows. Chaired by both nations’ treasury departments, the initiative aims to strengthen transatlantic crypto market ties. The task force is expected to deliver policy recommendations by March 2026.
about U.S.-UK Crypto Task Force Aims to Align Digital Asset RulesBullish Rides SEC Rule Change to Expand Crypto ETP Offerings
Bullish (NYSE:BLSH) is strategically positioned to leverage the SEC’s newly streamlined exchange-traded product (ETP) rules, potentially accelerating its expansion into tokenized assets and institutional crypto offerings. The exchange, which raised $629 million in its August IPO at a $4.2 billion valuation, distinguishes itself through an institutional-focused approach, compliance rigor, and diversified revenue streams. While regulatory clarity opens new opportunities in a projected $1.3 trillion tokenized market, Bullish remains exposed to crypto market volatility and trading volume fluctuations that could impact its stock performance.
about Bullish Rides SEC Rule Change to Expand Crypto ETP OfferingsSwiss xStocks: Permissionless Tokenized Shares Hit 30K Holders
Switzerland’s innovation-friendly regulatory framework has enabled Backed Finance to launch permissionless tokenized stocks, bypassing restrictive whitelisting requirements that dominate other jurisdictions. The xStocks platform has rapidly attracted over 30,000 unique holders, with Tesla tokens representing $18 million in underlying shares leading the adoption wave. This approach marks a significant departure from more constrained models emerging elsewhere, positioning Switzerland as a hub for decentralized finance innovation.
about Swiss xStocks: Permissionless Tokenized Shares Hit 30K Holders