SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce announces resignation effective October 2, 2026, to join Regent University School of Law as associate professor.
Regulation & Gov ·
SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce has announced her departure from the agency on October 2, 2026, following nearly nine years in the role. She will transition to Regent University School of Law in November as an associate professor. The move comes as the SEC advances new crypto compliance rules related to know-your-customer requirements and zero-knowledge proofs.