SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce discussed privacy and permissionlessness at PubKey with NYDIG founder Ross Stevens.Peirce emphasized the importance of permissionless networks like Bitcoin for freedom and privacy rights for U.S. citizens.She acknowledged the risk of potential orders allowing the government to confiscate citizens' bitcoin.Peirce highlighted the significance of treating code as speech to prevent restrictions on developers' ability to publish open-source software.Regarding financial privacy and crypto mixers, Peirce supported Americans' right to use technologies for preserving privacy.Discussions also covered concerns about the Bank Secrecy Act mandating personal data disclosure to financial institutions.Peirce expressed care and consideration in her responses, indicating a genuine concern for balancing regulation with innovation in the crypto space.She emphasized the potential for growth in Bitcoin and crypto, highlighting the importance of not impeding their development.Peirce's thoughtful approach and assurances of continued consideration received positive reception from attendees.Overall, Peirce's insights at PubKey underscored the necessity of upholding privacy while fostering innovation in the crypto sector.