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Blockchain Revolutionizes Trading, Urges SEC Regulatory Update

5/13/2025

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Blockchain technology enhances traditional securities markets by facilitating direct peer-to-peer trading, eliminating intermediaries.
Regulations need to evolve to harness blockchain's advantages while mitigating risks such as counterparty risk and market manipulation.
SIFMA advocates for the SEC to clarify digital asset regulations, stressing the importance of consistent taxonomies and custody principles.
The SEC should update regulations for tokenized assets and simplify settlement processes to balance innovation with investor protection.

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Story summary

Blockchain technology enhances traditional securities markets by facilitating direct peer-to-peer trading, eliminating intermediaries.
Regulations need to evolve to harness blockchain's advantages while mitigating risks such as counterparty risk and market manipulation.
SIFMA advocates for the SEC to clarify digital asset regulations, stressing the importance of consistent taxonomies and custody principles.
The SEC should update regulations for tokenized assets and simplify settlement processes to balance innovation with investor protection.