Rep. Soto seeks to create office to ‘coordinate’ Federal use of blockchain tech
The dedicated office would oversee “all non-defense related deployment and activities related to blockchain technology within the Federal Government.”
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Congresspeople chastise the Treasury for rushing new crypto monitoring proposal
As many in the crypto industry have said, 15 days over the holidays is just not enough time to respond.
Congresspeople tell Treasury to back off of rumored self-hosted wallet ban
Congressman Davidson, in particular, sees potential Treasury action as a bad idea for everybody involved.
US Lawmakers Ask SEC to Clarify Broker-Dealer Rules
U.S. lawmakers asked the SEC and FINRA to clarify how crypto firms can become registered broker-dealers and provide custody services for crypto assets.
Congresspeople speak out against Tlaib’s anti-stablecoin bill
But the bill is unlikely to become law any time soon.
Before Congress, federal regulators dispute US pace on national digital currency
Speaking before Congress, OCC head Brian Brooks describes the importance of digital asset innovation and the private sector.
Digital identity is the future, US congressman Bill Foster says
Technology could hold the keys to identity theft protection.
Congress’ renewed attack on Big Tech may clear the field for decentralization
The Antitrust Subcommittee looks for new legal tools to rein in Apple, Amazon, Facebook and Google — a clear opening for tech tools built to decentralize.
Law Decoded: Transformations in crypto exchanges and traditional institutions, Sept. 18-25
Maybe one day, drawing distinctions between crypto and traditional finance will seem quaint.
US legislators approve bills for study of blockchain in commerce
The two bills will now go to the House of Representatives for a vote.
