Superintendent Adrienne Harris of the New York State
Department of Financial Services (DFS) has unveiled new guidance on
coin-listing and delisting policies. This latest development sets new industry
standards and reflects the department’s proactive stance in adapting virtual
currencies.
According to the official statement by the DFS, the
updated guidelines introduce heightened risk assessment standards, focusing on
coin-listing policies. In light of the diverse nature of the virtual currency
industry, the DFS has tailored these enhanced requirements to address retail
consumer-facing businesses.
One of the pivotal aspects of the guidance is the
requirement for licensees to develop and submit a coin-delisting policy for DFS‘ approval. This move aims to facilitate an orderly delisting process,
safeguarding consumers and minimizing disruptions in the market.
Harris mentioned: “This guidance continues the
Department’s commitment to an innovative and data-driven approach to virtual
currency oversight, keeping pace with industry developments. DFS is at the
forefront of virtual currency regulation, translating years of knowledge and
experience into timely and relevant guidance which protects consumers and
markets.”
Under Superintendent Harris’s leadership, the DFS
has enforced over $132 million in penalties, against virtual currency
companies. The regulator maintains that companies must be held accountable,
with remediation measures enforced to correct any detrimental behavior.
In September, the DFS as unveiled the proposed
guidance, highlighting the expectations for crypto firms regarding the
evaluation and management of coin offerings. With the intention to guide
cryptocurrency firms, the proposed framework details expectations for drafting
firm-specific coin listing and delisting policies.
This approach aims to provide a structured and
transparent process for evaluating coin offerings before adoption and
establishing criteria for responsible coin delisting. Superintendent Harris said
that the focus on delisting strategies underscores the regulator’s commitment
to adapting to emerging risks and ensuring that market participants can act
responsibly in the face of changing circumstances.
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