The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced the members of its newly formed Crypto Task Force this week, comprising senior agency officials and experts with deep knowledge of digital asset regulation. The group will host a series of roundtables to address critical issues in crypto asset oversight.
Task Force Composition
SEC Acting Chair Mark Uyeda established the Crypto Task Force in January 2025, appointing Commissioner Hester Peirce—known in the industry as "Crypto Mom"—to lead efforts toward a "clear and comprehensive regulatory framework" for crypto assets. Peirce emphasized the group’s goal of finding "practical solutions" to regulatory challenges.
Key members include:
- Richard Gabbert (Chief of Staff): Former legal advisor to Peirce
- Michael Selig (General Counsel): Ex-partner at Willkie Farr & Gallagher
- Taylor Asher (Chief Policy Advisor): Advised Acting Chair Uyeda on policy
- Landon Zinda (Senior Advisor): Formerly with crypto advocacy group Coin Center
- Veronica Reynolds (Senior Advisor): Specialized in NFT/metaverse legal frameworks
- Bernard Nolan (Senior Advisor): Blockchain securities law expert
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First Roundtable: "Defining Securities Status"
The Task Force will debut its "Spring Sprint: Advancing Crypto Clarity" series on March 21, focusing on:
"How We Got Here and Where We’re Going—Clarifying the Boundaries of Securities Law."
Peirce stated:
"I look forward to leveraging public expertise to build a workable framework for crypto."
Shift in Regulatory Approach
The current SEC leadership has pivoted from the adversarial stance of former Chair Gary Gensler, who classified most cryptos as securities and pursued enforcement actions. Recent months saw the SEC drop multiple lawsuits and investigations against crypto firms.
FAQ
Q: What is the Crypto Task Force’s primary goal?
A: To develop a coherent regulatory framework balancing investor protection and innovation.
Q: How can the public participate?
A: Attend roundtables or submit comments via SEC’s official channels.
Q: Will the SEC’s new approach benefit startups?
A: Yes—by reducing legal ambiguity, the Task Force aims to foster compliant growth.
Sources: SEC Press Release, The Block