SEC's Increased Focus on Cryptocurrency and Stablecoins

According to BlockBeats, recent data from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) indicates a significant rise in the mention of 'cryptocurrency' and 'stablecoins' in their documents. In April, the term 'cryptocurrency' appeared 786 times, marking a 38% increase from March's 569 mentions and an 8% rise compared to April 2024's 727 mentions. The term 'stablecoins' was mentioned an average of 103 times per month from February to April 2025, doubling the previous 13-month average of 48 mentions, with March reaching 124 mentions. This surge in references highlights the federal agency's growing focus on digital assets. The anticipated new regulatory framework and guidelines for stablecoins by the SEC have become a central topic in the market. Cryptocurrencies are increasingly becoming integral to corporate risk management and investor relations.