The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to hold a roundtable on May 12, 2025, titled “Tokenization: Moving Assets Onchain – Where TradFi and DeFi Meet.”
A major highlight of the event will be the keynote address delivered by Chairman Paul S. Atkins. Atkins, who was sworn in as SEC Chairman on April 21, 2025, brings extensive experience to the role, having previously served as an SEC commissioner from 2002 to 2008.
Atkins’ return to the SEC is viewed as a shift towards creating a balanced regulatory framework that encourages innovation in the crypto space while safeguarding investors. His leadership is expected to influence regulatory approaches in a rapidly evolving digital asset landscape.
The roundtable will delve into the role of tokenization in bridging the gap between traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi), exploring how this technology is reshaping asset ownership and trading practices. Experts and panelists are expected to discuss various aspects of digital asset regulation, focusing on the intersection of traditional and decentralized financial systems.
Atkins recently spoke at another SEC event on April 25, 2025, the Crypto Task Force roundtable titled “Know Your Custodian: Key Considerations for Crypto Custody.” In his remarks, Atkins emphasized the importance of clear regulations in the crypto sector to foster innovation while ensuring investor protection.
The upcoming roundtable, with Atkins at the helm, promises to offer insights into the SEC’s evolving approach to the digital asset market, shaping the future of both traditional finance and DeFi industries.
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