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U.S. SEC's steadiest crypto advocate, Hester Peirce, to depart next week

Published

25 September 2026

Topic

regulatory

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Crypto & Web3

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United States

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Fusion42 · 25 September 2026 · Fusion42 review

Hester Peirce, known as the U.S. SEC's most consistent crypto advocate, will depart from the commission next week, signaling a potential shift in regulatory approach to cryptocurrency enforcement and policy.

This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3, and 6 sources have reported it between 25 Sep 2026 and 2 Oct 2026.

◆ ◆ The Wire takeaway

The departure of Hester Peirce removes a strong crypto-friendly voice at the SEC, making regulatory outcomes in crypto more uncertain and potentially harsher. You should prepare for increased scrutiny and reevaluate your compliance strategy promptly.

◆ Coverage

6 sources · first reported 25 Sep 2026 · latest 2 Oct 2026

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