SEC’s Strategic Shift Sparks Increased Blockchain Discussion in Corporate Filings – BitRss

According to data compiled by The Block, the usage of blockchain-related terms in the records of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) reached an all-time high in February. Over 5,000 blockchain and cryptocurrency-related keywords have been registered in the SEC’s EDGAR database. This surge continues the upward trend seen since mid-2023 and signals a shift in regulatory approaches that have changed since the Trump administration. The decrease in investigations into the cryptocurrency sector and collaborative policies allow companies to more comfortably share their blockchain strategies in official documents.

SEC’s Shift in Cryptocurrency Policy

The appointment of Mark Uyeda as interim chair in January has led to significant changes in the SEC’s cryptocurrency regulations. The SEC, which previously relied on an “enforcement-focused investigation” strategy, has concluded investigations into major cryptocurrency companies like Uniswap, Coinbase, and Kraken. This move represents a clear break from the aggressive policies of former SEC chair Gary Gensler.