Regulation
Crypto push: Coinbase CEO engages with US senators for regulatory clarity
In a noteworthy move for the cryptocurrency industry, cryptocurrency advocate and chief executive officer (CEO) of the San Francisco-based Coinbase exchange, Brian Armstrong, has encountered with US Senators to advocate for more consistent and clearer regulation of digital assets.
This commitment from Armstrong demonstrates that industry leaders are taking the lead in working with lawmakers to create a future where digital assets can thrive transparently and securely.
Several industry enthusiasts see this step as part of Coinbase’s larger Stand With Crypto campaign, which also aims to protect community interest and unity.
Need for a sincere regulatory framework
The CEO of Coinbase, Brian Armstrong, discussions with legislators come at a critical time, as the industry seeks clearer legislative frameworks to aid its growing acceptance and credibility. He has actively advocated in Washington, DC for the creation of clear laws for the cryptocurrency industry.
Armstrong has spoken to more than a dozen senators, both Republicans and Democrats, in the past 48 hours. He also discussed the need for Clear regulations and consumer protection in the ever-evolving world of digital currencies.
He also cited the U.S. House of Representatives’ passage of the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21) as a notable milestone. “There is strong bipartisan momentum to get this done in the Senate now that FIT21 has passed the House,” Armstrong said.
Late last month, the US House of Representatives passed the pro-cryptocurrency FIT21 bill, which represented significant progress for the country in creating transparent regulations for the digital asset landscape. The majority of parliamentarians in the House approved the bill. More precisely, approximately 279 members voted in favor of the strategy, while 139 members voted against it.
Of the 279 votes, 71 were cast by Democrats, including Nancy Pelosi, Speaker of the House of Representatives, while the remaining 208 votes were Republicans. Additionally, 8 House Democrats signed a memo supporting the Republican-created initiative to further demonstrate broad bipartisan support for the bill.
So far, the Coinbase The CEO expressed his appreciation for this bill, which he considers a historic decision that could lead to the provision of the crucial regulatory framework and investor protection that the digital asset sector needs. “I’m happy to see the voice of the crypto voter making an impact,” he said.
Optimistic outlook for the crypto space
Lately, the cryptocurrency market has seen an increase in positive sentiment due to growing public awareness and adoption by well-known figures such as the former US President Donald Trumpwho declared himself a pro-crypto candidate for the next presidential elections.
The former president even went as far as announcing his acceptance of political donations in the form of cryptocurrencies for his campaign through Coinbase Commerce. By accepting digital currencies, this year’s presumptive Republican presidential nominee became the first from a major party to do so.
He also promised to spur innovation and establish the United States as a leader in the sector, urging supporters of digital assets to vote for him in the next election.
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