U.S. SEC chief warns watchdogs need to be limited in tapping crypto's power to snoop

The chairperson of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has issued a cautionary statement, emphasizing that regulatory agencies should exercise restraint when utilizing the capabilities of cryptocurrency technologies for surveillance and monitoring purposes. He expressed concerns that excessively broad powers could lead to overreach and potential violations of privacy rights, highlighting the need for balanced approaches that respect individual freedoms while still ensuring effective oversight in the rapidly evolving digital asset landscape. source: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2025/12/15/u-s-sec-chief-warns-watchdogs-need-to-be-limited-in-tapping-crypto-s-power-to-snoop