SEC to Discuss Privacy Concerns in Crypto at December Roundtable
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will host a roundtable on December 15 to examine privacy and financial surveillance in the cryptocurrency sector. The discussion will focus on tools like crypto mixers and privacy tokens, balancing user anonymity with regulatory oversight. No policy proposals are expected, but the event aims to foster dialogue between industry leaders and regulators.
Privacy-enhancing technologies have drawn scrutiny as regulators grapple with their dual-use potential—protecting legitimate users while potentially shielding illicit activity. The SEC's initiative follows heightened debate around projects like Tornado Cash, whose legal challenges have become a flashpoint for broader conversations about financial transparency.
