Known for her fiery dissenting opinions, “Crypto Mom” discusses how the SEC operates, why she wants to see crypto thrive and her “Safe Harbor” proposal to allow projects to decentralize.
SEC in ‘Enforcement-Only Mode’ for Crypto, Commissioner Peirce Says at ETHDenver
“What I reflect is the fact that you all are spending part of your brainpower” wondering how to avoid getting sued, she said during a panel at EthDenver.
A Tale of 2 SEC Commissioners
Hester Peirce: US crypto laws can’t assume ‘everything is a financial asset’
SEC commissioner Hester Peirce discussed a possible U.S. crypto legal framework, giving a reminder that not all uses are financial.
SEC proposes tougher rules as part of its crypto custody crackdown
The new proposals set forth by the Gensler-led SEC seek to “expand the scope” of rules set out by the 2009 Custody Rules.
Crypto regulation decided by Congress, not the SEC: Blockchain Association
The group’s policy head doubted a divided Congress can create crypto legislation but said it doesn’t give regulators absolute authority in the interim.
‘Kraken Down’ — SEC commissioner rebukes own agency over recent action
“Today, the SEC shut down Kraken’s staking program and counted it as a win for investors. I disagree and therefore dissent,” said commissioner Hester Pierce.
Hester Peirce critiques SEC agenda – more wrong than just crypto policy
Peirce has called for regulatory clarity around certain issues relating to crypto as part of the SEC Spring 2022 Regulatory Agenda, which was released on Wednesday.
SEC’s Hester Peirce opposes crypto bailouts — SBF didn’t get the memo
The commissioner made it clear she does not support bailouts for anyone in the crypto industry, arguing it’s better to “let these things play out.”
SEC’s Hester Peirce says new stablecoin regs need to allow room for failure
The SEC’s “crypto mom” Hester Peirce has said the regulatory “movement” around stablecoins needs to allow for “trial and error” and room for failure.
SEC Commissioner says ‘safe harbor’ laws would’ve made ICO problems worse
Instead of a safe harbor for crypto firms, SEC Commissioner Caroline Crenshaw called for a “bridge” in which crypto firms work with the SEC to determine compliance plans.
‘Crypto Mom’ Hester Peirce slams SEC for $10m Poloniex settlement
“Crypto mom” Hester Peirce has slammed SEC’s $10 million settlement with Poloniex, challenging the opaque regulations U.S.-based crypto firms must navigate.
SEC fines Coinschedule $200K over sponsored, favorable ICO ratings
The SEC asserts that Coinschedule violated anti-touting provisions of U.S. securities laws.
Stricter crypto laws will stifle innovation, says SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce
Crypto-friendly SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce called for nuanced cryptocurrency regulations as several agencies pursue stricter policy mandates.
SEC’s ‘Crypto Mom’ warns selling fractionalized NFTs could break the law
Fractionalized NFTs and baskets of non-fungible tokens could easily be considered investment contracts under U.S. securities law, warns SEC Commissioner, Hester Peirce.
SEC Commissioner Peirce Says Market Is Ready for a Bitcoin ETP
U.S. Securities and Exchange Commissioner Hester Peirce said the U.S capital markets are ready for a bitcoin exchange-traded product on CoinDesk TV Thursday.
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce on a Bitcoin ETF, Custody Rules and What’s Next for the SEC
The SEC commissioner explains why the SEC’s approach has been “too slow and too ambiguous” and why she’s optimistic for 2021.
SEC Commissioner Peirce Says Regulations Should Be Slow, Though Crypto Rules Could Be Faster
New regulations take time to allow for public feedback, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce said at CoinDesk’s Bitcoin for Advisors conference.
SEC Will Be Forced to Give More Guidance About Crypto: Peirce
Increased interest in the crypto space will necessitate a more-accommodative stance, the commissioner predicted.
SEC Commissioner Peirce Chats About DeFi, Tokens and Her Unikrn Dissent at LA Blockchain Summit
While Peirce steered clear of commenting on specific DeFi projects like SushiSwap, she pointed out that issuers of governance tokens do have to think about how they share characteristics with equities.