He argued that forced intermediation introduces costs and restricts on-chain functions such as staking.
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SEC Chair Paul Atkins backs DeFi, rejects forced intermediaries during latest roundtable speech
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Paul Atkins stated that intermediation can restrict the ability to stake or engage in other on‑chain activities
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Paul Atkins said that forcing intermediaries into blockchain systems introduces unnecessary costs and inhibits innovation
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