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Vitalik Buterin Warns of Risks in Political Cryptocurrencies

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by Giorgi Kostiuk

3 months ago


Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin has reignited discussions about politics and crypto, cautioning against the rise of 'political coins' launched by elected officials.

Buterin on the New Order in Crypto Regulation

In a January 23 post on X, Buterin claimed the digital asset regulatory landscape had entered a 'new order,' with influential figures endorsing the creation of tokens 'for anything, at any scale.' Without directly mentioning the TRUMP token, he suggested such initiatives were 'sugar-high short-term fun' that failed to deliver long-term wealth-building opportunities. Buterin also cautioned that large-scale political coins could become vehicles for unlimited political bribery.

Ethical Issues of the TRUMP Token

Since the TRUMP token's debut on January 17, critics have voiced concerns that the project could enable foreign governments to influence the president by purchasing the cryptocurrency, potentially violating the US Constitution's Foreign Emoluments Clause.

Potential Legal Consequences

A January 23 Fortune report revealed that Citizens for Responsibility and Ethics in Washington is considering legal action over the token. However, the group acknowledged uncertain legal grounds, as no other US president has previously launched a cryptocurrency or faced such extensive financial ties to foreign entities.

Vitalik Buterin's commentary emphasizes the need for careful analysis and caution in incorporating cryptocurrencies into political processes.

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