Michael Saylor, the CEO of Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy), has expressed support for the newly appointed US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins, stating that “SEC Chairman Paul Atkins will be good for Bitcoin.” Atkins was sworn in as the 34th chairman of the SEC on April 21. Blue Macellari, the head of digital assets at T. Rowe Price, also commented positively on Atkins’ appointment, highlighting a potential shift in the SEC’s approach to crypto under the new administration. Vincent Liu, chief investment officer at crypto investment firm Kronos Research, anticipates that Atkins will focus on finalizing custody rules for digital assets and providing clarity on the classification of digital assets as securities or commodities. Representatives from the crypto industry have welcomed Atkins’ appointment, praising him for his common sense approach. However, Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren raised concerns about Atkins’ previous role at the SEC and his ties to the crypto industry through his consulting firm, Patomak Global Partners. She emphasized the importance of maintaining public trust and avoiding regulatory conflicts of interest. Atkins’ financial disclosures revealed significant assets, sparking further scrutiny. The crypto community awaits Atkins’ decisions on regulatory matters related to digital assets with keen interest.