U.S. crypto policy is undergoing a major shift as regulators move toward pro growth rulemaking, replacing years of enforcement led crackdowns with clearer regulatory frameworks.

The SEC is increasingly focusing on formal rulemaking, guidance, and industry engagement, aiming to provide clarity around market structure, custody, token classification, and compliance standards.
This transition reflects growing recognition that enforcement alone has created uncertainty and slowed innovation across the digital asset sector.

Policymakers and industry leaders say the new approach could unlock institutional participation, capital formation, and long term ecosystem growth, while maintaining investor protections.
Analysts view the shift as a turning point for U.S. crypto regulation, signaling a more balanced strategy that supports innovation alongside oversight