Make IPOs Great Again: SEC Chairman Paul Atkins on Ending Regulation by Enforcement

In an interview with Hoover Institution's Peter Robinson, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins argues that excessive regulation has discouraged companies from going public and innovators from building in the United States. Atkins, sworn in as SEC Chairman on April 21, 2025, after being nominated by President Donald Trump, advocates for ending 'regulation by enforcement' to revitalize capital markets. The discussion covers crypto regulation, disclosure rules, investor protection, and the role of free markets in driving economic growth. Atkins previously served as an SEC commissioner and founded Patomak Global Partners, a consulting firm focused on digital asset best practices. The interview is part of Hoover's 'Uncommon Knowledge' series.

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Make IPOs Great Again: SEC Chairman Paul Atkins on Ending Regulation by EnforcementHoover InstitutionNeutral / independentJul 21, 12:00 AM UTC

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