Crypto enthusiast Paul Atkins pledges to make US 'most secure' market as he is sworn in as SEC chair

Tight Senate vote of 52-44

Eve Maddock-Jones
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Paul Atkins has officially taken on the role of chair of the Securities and Exchange Commission, following a tight Senate vote on his nomination.

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