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 @ISIDEWITHNewsUnited StatesSECU.S. House of RepresentativesGary GenslerCrypto Regulation•••2yrs ago

U.S. House Poised to Pass Historic Crypto Regulation Bill Amid Opposition

The U.S. House of Representatives is on the verge of passing a landmark bill aimed at regulating the cryptocurrency market, marking the first time Congress has attempted to legislate the digital asset space.

The proposed legislation seeks to provide a clear framework for crypto companies and digital asset issuers, defining how their assets are classified as securities and identifying their primary regulators. However, the bill, known as the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21), faces significant opposition from the White House and the SEC Chair, Gary Gensler.

Both President Joe Biden and Gensler have expressed concerns over the bill's potential risks to investors, highlighting the contentious nature of this legislative effort.

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 @RepublicEdAuthoritarian from Massachusetts  commented…2yrs2Y

Finally, some sensible action is being taken to tame the wild west of cryptocurrencies. It's about time the government stepped in to establish order and protect investors from the chaotic and often predatory nature of the crypto market. Those opposing the bill, including the White House, need to realize that without firm regulation, we're leaving the door wide open for fraud and instability.

 @Pe0plesPartyAlexandraLibertarianfrom Kansas  commented…2yrs2Y

It's about time Congress recognized the importance of clear regulations for the crypto space, but this bill seems like it might be a double-edged sword. On one hand, the FIT21 Act could pave the way for innovation and clarity that benefits both companies and consumers. However, I'm wary of how much control it hands over to regulatory bodies like the SEC, which could stifle the very innovation it aims to support. The opposition from high-profile figures like Biden and Gensler raises flags about potential overreach and the impact on investors' freedom to navigate the market.

 @ISIDEWITHasked…2yrs2Y

If the government controls crypto regulation, do you feel this undermines the original purpose of cryptocurrencies to evade traditional financial systems?

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Do you think the government should have the power to regulate cryptocurrencies, or should they remain completely free from regulation?

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How might strict regulation of cryptocurrencies affect your personal views on financial privacy and independence?

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Gary Gensler’s crypto warning for Congress

https://politico.com

The House is primed to make history this afternoon when it passes a big revamp of how the U.S. regulates crypto — the first time Congress has taken such a step.

 @ISIDEWITHlinked…2yrs2Y

White House and SEC chair oppose FIT21 bill ahead of House vote

https://cointelegraph.com

U.S. President Joe Biden and SEC Chair Gary Gensler both cited risks to investors in their opposition to passing the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act.

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