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ForkLog 22.05.2026

SEC to Draft Exemptions for Tokenized Securities

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce urged the crypto industry to temper expectations regarding the "innovation exemption" for trading tokenized stocks.

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ForkLog 29 12.02.2025

Hester Peirce: Many Meme Coins Likely Beyond SEC’s Reach

Most meme tokens likely fall outside the jurisdiction of the SEC, stated Commissioner Hester Peirce in an interview with Bloomberg. The host’s question concerned potential challenges for the Commission posed by official tokens of current President Donald Trump (TRUMP) and First Lady (MELANIA). Peirce noted the critical importance of determining the asset category: “Many people […]

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ForkLog 25 05.02.2025

Hester Peirce Outlines Priorities for SEC’s Crypto Task Force

The priorities for the cryptocurrency task force at the SEC include determining which assets are not securities and establishing a clear procedure for registering new tokens. This was announced by Commissioner Hester Peirce, who leads the group. The group plans to identify areas outside the Commission’s jurisdiction and reassess the approach to token offerings. Experts […]

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ForkLog 39 22.01.2025

Hester Peirce to Lead SEC’s Cryptocurrency Task Force

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, known in the community as “Crypto Mom,” has been appointed head of the agency’s cryptocurrency task force. This was announced in a press release. “The task force, which will include talented specialists from across the agency, will collaborate with the SEC and the public to guide the Commission on a sensible […]

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ForkLog 25 10.12.2024

Hester Peirce Outlines SEC’s Post-Gensler Agenda

Known as “Crypto Mom,” SEC Commissioner SEC Hester Peirce outlined three key areas for improvement in digital asset regulation during an interview with Fox Business. Firstly, she believes the agency should cease attempts to restrict industry companies’ access to banking or custodial services. Peirce compared the Commission’s approach to the U.S. Justice Department’s Operation Choke […]

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ForkLog 29 03.04.2024

Hester Peirce Criticizes SEC’s Regulatory Approach

Questions directed at the SEC regarding regulation often go unanswered, indicating a decline in genuine interaction between the Commission and the public. This was stated by Commissioner Hester Peirce, reports The Block. According to her, the agency’s staff lacks “bandwidth.” “The root of the problem is that the Commission does not encourage staff to offer […]

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ForkLog 22 01.03.2024

SEC’s Peirce Calls for Softer Approach to Cryptocurrency Regulation

The U.S. financial system requires greater decentralization. The regulation and enforcement by the SEC concerning digital assets needs to be softened, stated Commissioner Hester Peirce during the ETH Denver conference. Hester Peirce Fireside: What’s America’s Crypto Future? Presented by @HesterPeirce the SEC Commissioner & moderator MacKenzie Sigalos from @CNBC Watch the full video below ? […]

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ForkLog 30 24.01.2024

Hester Peirce Advocates for Spot Ethereum-ETF Approval Without Court Ruling

Hester Peirce believes a court ruling is unnecessary for the approval of spot Ethereum-ETFs. The chances of product approval in May are estimated at 50-70%. SEC sources suggest that Chairman Gary Gensler may eventually relent and not obstruct the instrument’s registration. Spot Ethereum-ETFs do not require a court ruling for approval, according to SEC Commissioner […]

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ForkLog 14 23.11.2023

Hester Peirce sees no reason for the SEC to stand in the way of a spot Bitcoin ETF

There are no grounds for the SEC to block the launch of spot Bitcoin ETFs.

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ForkLog 15 30.10.2023

Hester Peirce condemns SEC actions in the LBRY case

Hester Peirce: the time and resources the SEC spent on the LBRY case would be better spent on creating a functioning regulatory framework.

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ForkLog 30 24.10.2023

Hester Peirce: Bitcoin ETF Should Have Been Approved Five Years Ago

A Bitcoin spot ETF should have been approved five years ago, according to SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce.

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ForkLog 25 20.09.2023

Hester Peirce hints at shifts in SEC crypto policy

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce signalled in a Cointelegraph interview that the agency's current crypto policy could change.

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