Congress
What Are US Lawmakers Likely to Do About Crypto?
Former SEC Branch Chief Lisa Braganca discusses the regulatory gaps in the crypto industry critics worry undermine the financial markets’ safety and how Congress could use its authority to bring greater regulatory clarity. Plus, her take on stablecoins and what further congressional action may be needed to address their risks.
Framework to Regulate Crypto, Stablecoins Introduced in Congress
CoinDesk's Nikhilesh De discusses the details, reactions, and potential impact of a new bill introduced by Virginia Congressman Don Beyer that could provide regulatory clarity for stablecoins and the broader digital asset sector.
Framework to Regulate Crypto, Stablecoins Introduced in US Congress
Rep. Don Beyer (D-Va.) said the existing digital asset market structure and regulatory framework are too “ambiguous and dangerous for investors and consumers.”
Senate Banking Committee Bashes Bitcoin's 'Phony' Populism
The hearing was almost certainly the testiest in a trio of crypto-themed inquiries Tuesday morning.
State of Crypto: Congress Is Holding 3 Hearings Today, Here's What to Expect
Congress is holding three simultaneous hearings around cryptocurrencies today – and they're all on different types of use cases.
Washington Should Let DeFi Succeed
Regulators should prosecute fraud, but also acknowledge the limits of their effectiveness and allow DeFi to mature.
Senate to Investigate Crypto’s Role in Cybercrime
The Senate Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee is adding another front in lawmakers’ crypto probe.
Republican Senator Highlights Bitcoin's Battle in Shedding Criminal Baggage
Sen. Chuck Grassley is using "deeply flawed" estimates of illicit bitcoin activity to call for closer scrutiny of the industry, according to multiple crypto intelligence firms.
Bipartisan US Bill Would Define Digital Assets, Emerging Technologies
The reintroduced bill has a Democrat co-sponsor this time, which might help its passage through the House.
