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Hester Peirce Resigns From SEC: Bitcoin (BTC) Policy Architect Departs Oct. 2

COINOTAG·September 25, 2026·1 min read
Hester Peirce Resigns From SEC: Bitcoin (BTC) Policy Architect Departs Oct. 2

SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, known as 'Crypto Mom,' will resign effective October 2, 2026, after eight years shaping Bitcoin and digital asset policy. Her departure removes a key pro-crypto voice from the SEC, potentially impacting future regulatory decisions. The agency has not yet announced a replacement.

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