The SEC looks at a 1990s fix for crypto markets to allow true “innovation pathway”
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SEC Chair Paul Atkins is exploring a 1990s-style regulatory framework to integrate on-chain trading systems while developing formal crypto-specific rules.Summary
SEC Chair Paul Atkins has proposed using the 1990s Regulation ATS model as a template to create an “innovation pathway” for crypto markets. By providing conditional relief and tailored guidance, the SEC aims to bring on-chain trading systems within the regulatory perimeter before finalizing formal, long-term rules. This approach acknowledges that traditional definitions for exchanges and brokers do not easily map onto automated, all-in-one software protocols, representing a potential shift from enforcement-heavy policies toward a structured compliance framework.
(Source：CryptoSlate)