ChainCatcher News, U.S. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce (also known as "Crypto Mom") mentioned "Operation Chokepoint 2.0" during an interview with Fox Business and outlined three things she believes need to be done under the new SEC leadership after Trump to help clarify the cryptocurrency industry:Stop government regulatory chokepoint activities, with the first step being to halt attempts to prevent cryptocurrencies from obtaining the services they need (such as custody) to move forward;Clarify what falls outside the SEC's jurisdiction, what is not a security, and which entities do not need to consider the SEC's regulatory framework;Collaborate with entities involved in cryptocurrency to figure out how existing rules apply and where adjustments are needed. This requires a collective exercise. It needs to be done in public so that everyone can participate. I believe we can find a good starting point relatively quickly.

ChainCatcher news, according to sources, the nominee for the chair of the SEC, Paul Atkins, recently expressed a desire to have Republican Commissioner Hester Peirce (known as "Crypto Mom") lead the crypto policy alongside her Republican colleague Mark Uyeda.It is reported that Peirce hopes to lead an internal crypto working group that will reassess the agency's stance on digital assets and engage in open dialogue with the industry. Peirce's term will end in June, and it is currently unclear whether she wishes to be nominated for the position again. Uyeda's term will end in 2028.Paul Atkins has publicly stated the need to establish best practices for digital assets and their trading platforms. Since 2017, he has served as the co-chair of the Token Alliance. The Token Alliance is an industry-led initiative composed of former regulators, industry experts, and lawyers aimed at promoting the mainstream adoption of digital assets. He is also a member of the advisory board of the Digital Chamber of Commerce, a crypto advocacy organization based in Washington, D.C.

ChainCatcher news, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce posted on the X platform: "At the SEC, we have a lot of work to do to advance free markets, capital formation, investor choice, and innovation. I am pleased that Paul Atkins will be returning to lead this effort; I worked with him during his last tenure at the agency, and I can’t think of anyone better suited for this role."

ChainCatcher News, U.S. Congressman and Arkansas Republican French Hill stated in an interview that Republican SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce "may become the new acting chair of the U.S. SEC."Hill said, "We look forward to Trump's appointment of a new SEC chair, and after Gary Gensler steps down on January 20 next year, a Republican will become the acting chair of the SEC. That person could be Hester Peirce------she is very likely to become the acting chair of the SEC."Regarding Gary Gensler's announcement of his impending departure, Hill remarked, "Gensler has been quite disappointing for the crypto ecosystem." This is because Gensler has taken an "enforcement-first" approach, and "Gensler's views on the crypto industry are almost contradictory."Hill added that the SEC cannot address all the issues currently facing the U.S. crypto industry. Congress must work with the SEC to pass legislation to ensure fair enforcement of digital assets.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, Trump has acknowledged the removal of current SEC Chairman Gary Gensler, sparking speculation about potential successors, particularly those who may be inclined to adopt a more crypto-friendly approach.It is reported that Hester Peirce, a commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), is known for her supportive stance on cryptocurrency and is considered a potential replacement for Gary Gensler. She is referred to as "Crypto Mom" by the community for her advocacy in the field. Hester Peirce has previously criticized the SEC's enforcement-led approach, arguing that regulatory clarity for the crypto industry would better serve the public interest and enhance the U.S.'s position in global digital finance.

ChainCatcher news, according to Cointelegraph, at the ETHDenver conference, SEC Commissioner Hester Pierce stated in a conversation with CNBC's MacKenzie Sigalos that decentralization benefits the U.S. financial system. She said, "Decentralization can actually bring resilience and strength to the financial system. Therefore, I hope to see more resilience and strength... The problems of centralization always keep me awake at night."In addition, Hester Pierce also stated that the SEC is in "enforcement mode" regarding cryptocurrencies. "What I’m reflecting is that you all are spending part of your brainpower thinking about how to avoid being sued. If we had clearer rules, you could focus on building."It is reported that Hester Peirce was a lawyer and was appointed as a commissioner of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by former President Donald Trump in 2018.

ChainCatcher news, crypto supporter and SEC commissioner Hester Peirce stated in an interview that the spot Bitcoin ETF should have been approved 5 years ago. She also said, "The logic behind the SEC's refusal to approve a spot Bitcoin ETF has always puzzled me."

ChainCatcher news, according to CoinDesk, U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Commissioner Hester Peirce stated that the SEC did not attempt to consult with industry professionals before cracking down on Kraken's staking services. She believes the SEC was aware of staking early on, but the decision to take action now is arbitrary, and she is particularly dissatisfied with the restrictive terms of the settlement with Kraken.Earlier reports indicated that Hester Peirce publicly opposed the enforcement action against Kraken.

ChainCatcher News, SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce made a public statement opposing the enforcement action against Kraken. Hester Peirce stated that telling people what the laws are for an emerging industry through enforcement actions is neither an effective nor a fair regulatory approach, and that in the current environment, there is no channel for cryptocurrency-related products to be registered with the SEC. (Source link)