SEC and CFTC work together to simplify crypto rules and help U.S. innovation while keeping investors safe.
Clarity Act supports DeFi and developers but raises concerns over SEC oversight and potential loopholes.
January 27 event could shape U.S. crypto leadership and set clear, practical rules for the market.
The U.S. is working to become the world’s leading hub for digital assets. On January 27, SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins and CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig will host a joint event at CFTC headquarters in Washington, D.C., from 10 a.m. to 11 a.m. ET. The event will be open to the public and livestreamed online.
According to Mike Selig, “The CFTC and SECGov are working together to carry out POTUS President Trump’s vision and make the U.S. the Crypto Capital of the World.” The event will discuss harmonization between the two agencies and outline strategies to clarify regulatory boundaries that often confuse market participants.
The session won’t just clarify confusing rules—it will also show how innovation can grow safely under U.S. law. “For too long, market participants have been forced to navigate regulatory boundaries that are unclear in application and misaligned in design,” the chairmen said. The event will include a fireside chat with Eleanor Terrett, co-founder of Crypto in America, giving attendees a chance to hear the agency leaders explain their bigger vision firsthand.
Clarity Act Draft Signals DeFi and Crypto Support
Meanwhile, the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, a key piece of legislation supporting President Trump’s crypto agenda, is gaining traction but remains contentious. According to cvrsxd, the Act could see a vote before the November midterms, yet it currently stalls in the Senate Banking Committee. The Act has faced pushback from Coinbase and other industry players.
Additionally, the latest draft emphasizes a more crypto- and DeFi-friendly approach. Interlink Network Viet Nam notes that the draft clarifies regulatory responsibilities between the SEC and CFTC, reduces direct DeFi oversight, and protects developers.
However, the draft heavily favors the CFTC, raising concerns over weaker SEC oversight and potential loopholes. Trump continues to urge swift passage, reiterating his desire to sign the legislation “very soon.” Consequently, the January 27 CFTC-SEC event could influence the bill’s momentum and public perception.
Toward a U.S.-Led Crypto Market
Moreover, the CFTC called for ending the “enforce first, explain later” approach in favor of clear, purpose-built crypto laws. Besides fostering regulatory certainty, the framework aims to ensure innovation grows on U.S. soil, under American law, and benefits investors and consumers alike. While stablecoins remain a central focus, Banca d’Italia emphasizes that bank-issued digital money—not stablecoins—will underpin monetary policy.
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