Coin World News reports that Jorge Tenreiro, who previously served as the acting head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Cryptocurrency and Cybersecurity Oversight Division, has been appointed as the chief litigation counsel, expanding his responsibilities. Tenreiro played a key role in several landmark cases, including the lawsuit against Ripple Labs. This promotion comes as the Trump administration is about to take office, indicating that the SEC will continue to rigorously enforce cryptocurrency regulations. The establishment of Tenreiro's new position is expected to drive cryptocurrency innovation while maintaining focus on areas such as ICOs, token sales, and market manipulation, further influencing the legal standards for cryptocurrencies.