Pro‑Crypto Paul Atkins Sworn in as New SEC Chair
Paul Atkins , a former commissioner known for his market‑friendly and pro‑cryptocurrency views, was sworn in as the 34th chair of the United States Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) in Washington on Monday, 21st of April. The appointment, confirmed by a 52–44 Senate vote on 9 April, hands the veteran Republican lawyer responsibility for overseeing the world’s largest capital market just as digital‑asset regulation reaches a turning point. NEW: The Committee congratulates @PaulSAtkins as he was sworn in as the next Chair of @SECGov. He will bring a common-sense approach to regulation and usher in an era of prosperity and innovation to make U.S. capital markets the envy of the world.https://t.co/7qJ1w78bkz — Financial Services GOP (@FinancialCmte) April 22, 2025 Immediate Priorities At the brief oath‑taking ceremony, Mr Atkins said the agency must “protect investors while allowing innovation to flourish”. According to senior staff, his first directive...