Let the Free Markets Be Free: SEC Push Could Shape Future Crypto Rules
Crypto Let the Free Markets Be Free: SEC Push Could Shape Future Crypto Rules The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) “Material Matters” podcast points to a broader push to modernize securities rules that could affect crypto-linked public companies over time. In the second episode released on May 12, Division of Corporation Finance Director Jim Moloney discussed free-market principles, rule modernization, capital formation, and more direct staff engagement during a conversation with Chair Paul Atkins. Crypto-related issuers often operate in areas where regulation remains complex, including custody, token activity, exposure, cybersecurity, and accounting treatment. Moloney said asset issues are among the initiatives on the divisions agenda, along with disclosure simplification, proxy rules and climate-related regulations. “We simply cant sit still and assume that what was developed 50 years ago, 80 years ago, still holds true today. The laws, the rules need to be updated and addressing the new technology,” he stressed, adding: “We want to facilitate entrepreneurs in coming forth with their ideas to build these business models. Let the free markets be free.” That language could carry implications for companies that have argued existing securities frameworks do not fully align with digital asset markets and blockchain-based business models. Moloney described a need to reassess older frameworks,








