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SEC’s Gensler Faces House on Crypto Assets Queries

Immy Dorse September 28, 2023 2 min read
SEC’s Gensler Faces House on Crypto Assets Queries

SEC’s Gensler Faces House on Crypto Assets Queries

SEC Chair Gary Gensler testified for over four hours at a House Financial Services Committee hearing, facing criticism and questions on various topics.

SEC Chair Gary Gensler recently encountered extensive questioning during a lengthy four-hour session at a House Financial Services Committee hearing, dealing with a volley of criticisms from various representatives. The interrogation primarily revolved around Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 (SAB 121), which pertains to the accounting and disclosure obligations of public companies holding crypto assets, including prominent names like Coinbase and Robinhood.

Representative Mike Flood highlighted the lack of consultation with regulators before releasing the advisory, pointing out that the private Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB) has yet to release any guidelines on digital asset custody. This bulletin has been met with opposition from several senators, emphasizing the potential risk it poses to the interests of crypto investors.

🚨 Gary Gensler faces intense scrutiny in today's Committee hearing! Tom Emmer calls out his "failed leadership" at the SEC. 📉 #CryptoNews #SEC pic.twitter.com/qoD7z2bI33

— CryptoD (@CryptoD_Bull) September 28, 2023

Gensler Facing Queries

Further, Gensler faced queries regarding the SEC’s stance on approving the first spot Bitcoin ETF, to which he stated that the applications are still under active consideration following the Grayscale decision. Another interesting point of discussion was raised by New York Representative Ritchie Torres, who questioned Gensler on the classification of purchasing a Pokémon card and a tokenized Pokémon card as a security. Gensler’s response remained inconclusive, requiring more information on the latter.

This extended discourse between Gary Gensler and the House Financial Services Committee underscores the intense scrutiny and the ongoing debate surrounding crypto regulation and its ramifications on investor interests. The intense discussion around SAB 121 highlights the increasing relevance of transparent and coherent regulatory frameworks in the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape.

Concluding Thoughts

While regulations are crucial to ensuring investor protection and market stability, it’s paramount that regulatory bodies maintain open dialogues with stakeholders to formulate guidelines that are balanced and conducive to innovation. The inconclusive discussions on the classifications of various assets as securities illustrate the complexities involved in regulating diverse asset classes and emphasize the need for meticulous consideration and clarity in regulatory stipulations.

The crypto community and investors should stay vigilant and informed regarding these discussions and their potential impact, as these deliberations will likely shape the trajectory of crypto assets and their integration into mainstream financial ecosystems.

Immy Dorse
Immy Dorse

I’m a Cryptocurrency Author and I have been writing about Cryptocurrencies for over 2 years now. I have written many articles on the subject and have been interviewed by some of the biggest names in the industry. My work has been featured on major publications such as Forbes, CoinDesk, and more. I am passionate about Cryptocurrencies and believe that they have the potential to change the world. I am always looking to learn more about this fascinating industry and share my knowledge with others.

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