Latest from Jesse Hamilton
Circle’s Disparte Calls CBDCs ‘a Preposterous Idea’ in Digital Dollar Debate
The stage at Consensus 2022 erupted with an intense dispute over the future of a Fed-managed digital currency.
CFTC Chairman 'Encouraged' by Bill in Congress to Give the Agency More Crypto Oversight
Rostin Behnam noted the bill would allow the CFTC to assess fees on the industry.
CFTC Chief Heaps Praise on Bill That Boosts Agency’s Crypto Reach
Chairman Rostin Behnam supports the contours of the Lummis-Gillibrand regulatory bill released this week.
Crypto Bill Condemned by Consumer Advocates in Washington
Consumer group gadflies were predictably ready with a damning quote shortly after the bi-partisan legislative proposal was made public.
Crypto Unable to Shake Reputation as Ransomware Tool in Senate Hearing
A Senate Homeland Security hearing painted cryptocurrencies as the favorite payments for hackers.
US Justice Department Urges More Coordination to Combat Crypto Crime
A new report from the Justice Department responds to this year’s executive order from President Joe Biden, marking some of the first recommendations produced by the order.
Key US Senators Introduce Crypto Bill Outlining Sweeping Plan for Future Rules
Kirsten Gillibrand and Cynthia Lummis release the long-awaited strategy that favors the CFTC as a watchdog and wipes away tax worries for purchases of less than $200.
A16z Says DAOs May Be Better Off Filing Legal Papers, Paying Taxes
The venture capital firm released an analysis today further underlining the possible U.S. legal structures for DAOs, and suggesting it might be best not to run offshore to avoid taxes.
SEC Goes After Crypto Investing With Game Show Inspired Spots
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission is warning investors away from casual crypto speculation by using mock videos.
US Fed Vice Chair Says Digital Dollar Would Take 5 Years to Launch
The Federal Reserve’s Lael Brainard says it will take years to build a U.S. CBDC and that the project can only start once Congress and the White House sign off.
