SEC Roundtable Aims to Shape Future of DeFi Regulation
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is hosting a high-level roundtable titled “DeFi and the American Spirit,” bringing together agency leadership, legal experts, and key players from the decentralized finance (DeFi) space to explore the future of crypto regulation.
The event includes SEC Chair Paul S. Atkins and several commissioners, alongside industry representatives from Jito Labs, Espresso Systems, and the Wharton School. The discussion will focus on how decentralized protocols can comply with evolving regulatory frameworks without compromising their core principles.
Regulatory Spotlight on Ethereum, AAVE, and UNI
The roundtable comes at a time when assets like Ethereum (ETH), Aave (AAVE), and Uniswap (UNI) are under increased regulatory scrutiny. Analysts are watching closely for how policy discussions might impact the use and governance of these tokens. Apple’s expanding role in financial technology has also added a new dimension to the conversation, particularly concerning Ethereum’s integration into broader digital ecosystems.
“There is no such thing as a ‘free market’ when the institution of money itself is centrally planned and controlled,” said ShapeShift founder Erik Voorhees, reflecting growing concerns among crypto advocates about preserving DeFi’s autonomy.
Market Movement and DeFi’s Reaction
Despite recent dips in trading volume, Ethereum has shown resilience. As of now, ETH trades at $2,714.29 with a market cap of $327.68 billion, according to CoinMarketCap. The token has gained 2.5% in the past 24 hours and nearly 48% over the past 60 days. Still, history shows Ethereum’s total value locked (TVL) can be volatile during major regulatory updates—dropping 37% in a single month after past guidance.
Research from Coincu suggests this roundtable could help set a new standard for transparency and protocol compliance in DeFi, signaling a shift in how U.S. regulators approach decentralized ecosystems.
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