U.S. SEC

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is a federal regulatory agency that oversees the securities industry, including the regulation of cryptocurrency markets. The SEC is responsible for enforcing federal securities laws and protecting investors from fraud in the trading of securities, including Initial Coin Offerings (ICOs) and cryptocurrency exchanges. Its role in the cryptocurrency space involves evaluating whether certain digital assets should be classified as securities, ensuring compliance with investor protection regulations, and guiding companies in the legal frameworks surrounding blockchain technology and cryptocurrency investments.