Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has projected that digital assets could hit $10 trillion globally by 2030, urging Africa and the Middle East to lead innovation while managing risks.Speaking after hi… Read on blog or Reader SMALL BUSINESS INSIGHTS Read on blog or Reader SEC boss eyes $10trn digital assets boom, pledges SME-friendly market reforms By Busola Bamidele on August 11, 2025 Director-General of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), Dr. Emomotimi Agama, has projected that digital assets could hit $10 trillion globally by 2030, urging Africa and the Middle East to lead innovation while managing risks. Speaking after his election as Vice Chairman of the Africa/Middle East Regional Committee (AMERC) of IOSCO, Agama outlined plans to introduce stablecoin rules, frameworks for tokenized securities, and stronger investor protection. Read also: SEC boss eyes $10trn digital assets boom, pledges SME-friendly market reforms APPLY NOW: Social Media Yobe eyes milk & beef hub with artificial insemination, upgraded vet facilities APPLY NOW: ICT/Data Processing Teacher APPLY NOW: Sales and Marketing Intern He pledged reforms to expand SME listings, cut costs, and boost cross-border linkages, alongside market-making schemes to improve liquidity. His vision also includes pension fund reforms to channel domestic savings into productive investments, fintech sandboxes for youth innovators, and regional capital market literacy drives. Agama said new AMERC initiatives will feature a Listings Growth Initiative for SMEs, a cross-border settlement system, and a Digital Assets Working Group to position the region for inclusive growth and job creation.

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