Speaking on a recent program, Atkins acknowledged that while high-profile insider trading cases have declined in visibility, the SEC remains committed to monitoring such activities. \u201cFraud is fraud,\u201d Atkins stated, underscoring that the agency\u2019s core mission remains the same: protecting investors, promoting capital formation, and maintaining fair and efficient markets.<\/p>\n
Atkins pointed to the fast-growing cryptocurrency sector as an area of active regulatory engagement. He reaffirmed that the SEC is involved in ensuring the digital asset market operates with integrity, noting that poor regulation remains a concern in this space. He cited past incidents of market manipulation, such as the short-lived \u201cSorkin Coin,\u201d as examples of behavior reminiscent of the unchecked speculative activity seen in the 1920s.<\/p>\n
Investor groups coordinating through private chat groups or social media platforms to influence asset prices are being closely tracked, according to Atkins. He warned that these trends blur traditional market boundaries and require heightened vigilance.<\/p>