SEC Chair Paul Atkins revealed that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is formulating policies to potentially exempt decentralized finance (DeFi) platforms from specific regulatory constraints. Announced on June 10, 2025, this move underscores the SEC's acknowledgment of DeFi's distinct characteristics and its transformative potential in the financial sector. The initiative is part of the SEC's broader strategy to update regulatory frameworks in response to advancements in blockchain and cryptocurrency technologies.