

Takeaways from the SEC Roundtable and Privy Acquisition | Weekly Roundup
9 snips Jun 13, 2025
The discussion begins with Stripe's acquisition of Privy, likening it to Instagram’s impact on Facebook. Insights emerge from the SEC Crypto Task Force Roundtable, where the significance of self-custody and DeFi token rallies are highlighted. The evolving landscape of venture capital and the shift towards crypto wallets are also explored. Additionally, the hosts address regulatory changes in Singapore and speculate on potential developments in crypto ETFs, particularly Solana and XRP, while emphasizing the importance of innovation and adaptability in the industry.
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SEC Chair Supports Self-Custody
- Paul Atkins, SEC Chairman, advocates for greater flexibility in self-custody of crypto assets, emphasizing personal digital wallets.
- This marks a significant regulatory shift supportive of DeFi and crypto innovation in the US.
Tokenization Could Fix IPO Market
- Bill Gurley highlights that the decline of IPOs is fueling private firms to stay private longer, creating liquidity challenges.
- Tokenization on blockchains offers a potential solution by increasing liquidity and lowering capital costs.
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