In the United States, the debate over digital asset regulation is taking on new dimensions. During the annual Coin Center dinner in New York, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce—nicknamed “Crypto Mom”—highlighted how the regulatory environment has evolved and now offers a unique opportunity for innovators to explore the potential of cryptocurrencies and decentralized technologies.
Peirce acknowledged that, in previous years, there was some internal resistance to regulatory liberalization, but emphasized that the current moment is marked by significant progress. Recent reforms indicate a more favorable stance toward the sector, creating a space in which companies and developers can innovate without the constraints that previously hindered progress.
Since the beginning of 2025, measures such as the GENIUS Act, which promotes the issuance and adoption of stablecoins with greater security, have reinforced this shift in mindset. Furthermore, the reduction of the SEC’s enforcement arm focused on crypto assets and the dissolution of the corresponding division within the Department of Justice reflect a less punitive approach, more focused on encouraging technological development.
Other initiatives, such as the creation of the SEC’s Cryptocurrency Task Force, the repeal of restrictive policies, and a more open leadership approach to innovation, confirm the new direction. This set of measures signals a clearer regulatory environment, which can more firmly integrate cryptocurrencies into the traditional financial system.
For the industry, the message is clear: the time has come to demonstrate the value of decentralized technologies. This new regulatory cycle not only strengthens the sector’s legitimacy but can also accelerate widespread adoption, fueling a period of unprecedented growth, practical utility, and innovation.