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SEC Chairman Gensler stresses need for stronger financial regulations to protect investors and contain risk

SEC Chairman Gary Gensler emphasized the importance of stronger financial regulations to protect investors and contain risk in a speech to the Investment Company Institute. He discussed the historical context of financial crises and the need for well-regulated collective investment vehicles. Gensler also addressed liquidity risks in money market funds and proposed measures to enhance risk management. He used a fable to illustrate the importance of investors cashing out before a crisis hits. Additionally, Gensler highlighted the need for continued regulation of collective investment vehicles and addressed concerns about the lack of clarity in the regulation of cryptocurrencies.

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