The David Lin Report SEC Commissioner Reveals Biggest Crypto Policy Changes Ahead | Hester Peirce
Jul 14, 2025
Hester Peirce, the U.S. SEC Commissioner famously known as Crypto Mom, shares her insights on the newly formed crypto task force. She advocates for clearer regulations that support freedom and innovation while protecting investors. Peirce details the challenges of classifying digital assets, addressing the overlap between SEC and CFTC regulations. The discussion dives into the complexities of staking programs and lingering concerns around cryptocurrency ETF approvals. Her passion for balancing liberty with responsible oversight shines throughout the conversation.
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Samuel Whittemore Inspirational Story
- Hester Peirce shared a story about Samuel Whittemore, who fought in the American Revolution at age 80 and embodying the spirit of freedom.
- His teacup, buried during the Boston Tea Party, symbolizes standing firm against unjust control, inspiring her regulatory philosophy.
Crypto Task Force’s Clarifying Mission
- The SEC's new crypto task force aims to clarify regulatory authority rather than relying on enforcement for policy.
- It seeks to tailor regulation recognizing crypto's unique technology while achieving securities law objectives.
Howey Test Needs Modernization
- Current crypto regulation struggles because of unclear frameworks like the Howey Test, designed decades ago.
- Peirce sees the Howey framework as flexible but requiring modernization to better suit crypto's unique secondary market trading.