U.S. SEC Appoints Former Chainlink Executive to Crypto Task Force

• The SEC has appointed Taylor Lindman, former Chainlink Labs executive, as Chief Counsel.
• This brings blockchain oracle expertise to regulatory discussions on DeFi and tokenization.
• The move signals a potential shift toward more technically informed crypto policy in the U.S.

The Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) appointed Taylor Lindman as Chief Counsel of its Crypto Task Force on February 23, 2026. As the former Deputy General Counsel at Chainlink Labs, Lindman brings deep expertise in oracles and smart contracts. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce announced the hire, expecting “great things” from his contributions to clearer DeFi and tokenization policy.

Why This Appointment Matters

The appointment of Lindman to the SEC’s Crypto Task Force will bring direct industry experience into a senior regulatory position. Lindman spent over five years at Chainlin…

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