Paul Atkins
Paul Atkins is a prominent Washington lawyer known for his advocacy for the cryptocurrency industry. Recently appointed as the chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) by President Donald Trump, Atkins is expected to bring a more crypto-friendly approach to the regulatory body, contrasting sharply with the previous leadership under Gary Gensler. His appointment is part of a broader effort by the Trump administration to position the U.S. as a global hub for cryptocurrency and to alleviate regulatory pressures on the industry.
Global Media Ratings
Countries Mentioned
| Country | Mentions | Sentiment | Dominance | + Persistence | x Population | = Reach | x GDP (millions) | = Power |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| United States | 1 | 6.00 | 0.05% | +0% | 331,002,651 | 154,674 | $21,000,000 | 9,813$ |
| Totals | 1 | 331,002,651 | 154,674 | $21,000,000 | 9,813$ |
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Each country's color is based on "Mentions" from the table above.
Recent Mentions
United States:
Paul Atkins was tapped by Trump to chair the Securities and Exchange Commission.
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Canada:
The chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, Paul Atkins, said the market watchdog will propose allowing public companies to report earnings twice per year.
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United States:
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins discusses the Trump administration’s actions on cryptocurrency regulation.
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Spain:
Paul Atkins was appointed to lead the SEC and has dismissed several lawsuits against crypto companies.
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United States:
The reappointment of Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins to a seat on the commission until 2031 was confirmed.
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United States:
Atkins is Trump's SEC commissioner and a contributor to Project 2025.
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Hong Kong:
The chairman of the SEC, Paul Atkins, spoke to American media CNBC.
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Canada:
Paul Atkins, chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, suggested allowing public companies to report earnings twice per year.
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United States:
Paul Atkins, the SEC’s Trump-appointed chair, could handily deliver the approval needed for Trump's proposal.
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Switzerland:
Paul Atkins is the head of the Securities and Exchange Commission and a strong advocate for the growing crypto industry.
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