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US Senate Moves Forward with Stablecoin Regulation Bill

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

10 hours ago


The regulatory landscape of cryptocurrency is abuzz with the US Senate taking steps on a new stablecoin legislation. This move could redefine the regulation of digital currencies in the US.

Overview of the Stablecoin Bill

Known as the GENIUS Act, the bill aims to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers. Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies pegged to stable assets like the US dollar. The bill passed an 18-6 vote in the Senate, despite resistance from some Democrats.

Democratic Pushback: Why the Resistance?

Though supported by both parties, some Democrats sought amendments for stricter oversight of stablecoin issuers. Senator Elizabeth Warren challenged the bill, deeming it a national security risk due to links with former President Donald Trump.

Elizabeth Warren criticized the bill as a national security risk.

Decoding the GENIUS Act

The bill outlines requirements for stablecoin issuers, reserve mandates for value backing, consumer protection measures, and assigns oversight duties to various agencies.

The Senate's approval of the stablecoin bill marks a significant step towards establishing a regulatory framework for crypto assets in the US. This signals ongoing discussions and potential legislative changes impacting the broader cryptocurrency sector.

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