Paul Atkins' presentation on CNBC's "Squawk Box" on January 29, 2026, and his expectations for investing in cryptocurrency for pension funds. 1. Progress on the Digital Asset Market Structure Bill Atkins emphasized that Congress is close to passing the bill, but did not provide a specific timeline or guarantee that it will soon become law. He stated that Congress has never been so close to delivering bipartisan market structure legislation to President Trump's desk. Reflecting an optimistic but cautious attitude, the bill aims to provide a federal framework for the cryptocurrency market. In response to the host's question about whether it can be passed before the end of the year, he said, "We will wait and see. We are working with Congress to provide technical assistance to ensure that legislation is reasonable and coordinated with other laws. But I cannot predict This also indicates that the SEC is providing support, but ultimately it depends on congressional negotiations. He mentioned that the bill is gradually approaching Trump's desk as legislation is passed, emphasizing that the SEC and CFTC are ready to implement it after passing, but did not imply "soon". 2. Cooperation between SEC and CFTC and Project Crypto Atkins and CFTC Chairman Mike Selig jointly emphasized the collaboration between the two institutions to fulfill the Trump administration's commitment to making America the capital of cryptocurrency. Regarding Project Crypto, he described it as' one of the most ambitious initiatives of our two institutions in a generation '. 3. Regarding the regulatory framework and innovation of encrypted assets Atkins pointed out that even without legislation, the SEC has enough authority to push forward, mentioning plans to launch innovation exemptions and hoping to do so in about a month. This aims to embrace innovation and avoid past resistance to encryption. He also emphasized that rules should be suitable for the purpose. At the same time, it was mentioned that the SEC has provided more clarity in the past, such as statements on Meme, stablecoins, mining, and staking, as well as guidance for brokers and investment managers. 4. Regarding cryptocurrency investments in retirement plans (such as 401 (k)) Atkins stated that it is time to discuss allowing cryptocurrency to enter retirement plans, pointing out that many Americans have been indirectly exposed to cryptocurrency assets and emphasizing the need to invest in regulated products such as 401 (k) managed by professional asset managers, but with "guardrails" to protect investors. If the Clarity Act (which may refer to a part of the Market Structure Act) can be passed, this could become a reality. @bitget VIP， Lower rates and more generous benefits