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There’s Too Much Money and Power Behind Crypto to Ban It: Congressman Sherman

Congressman Brad Sherman, who represents California’s San Fernando Valley in the U.S. Congress, is a keen critic of the cryptocurrency industry. In his view, it undermines the dominance of the…

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Stablecoin Bill Delayed to September After Treasury Raises Concerns

The House Financial Services Committee has pushed back its long-awaited stablecoin bill to September following objections from Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen. This will delay congressional discussions on the subject until…

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Human Rights Advocates Insist Bitcoin ‘Provides Financial Inclusion’ — Refutes Claims in Critics’ Letter to US Congress

Human rights defenders from 20 countries have insisted that bitcoin “provides financial inclusion and empowerment because it is open and permissionless.” Together with stablecoins, the cryptocurrency offers “unparalleled access to…

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Yeonmi Park Co-Signs Letter to Congress Explaining Bitcoin’s Importance for Human Rights

Famous North Korean defector and activist Yeonmi Park has petitioned U.S. congress to remain open-minded when legislating Bitcoin and stablecoins. Together with another 19 human rights activists from around the…

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Senator Warren’s Bill Will Hurt Crypto, Not Russia (Opinion)

Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren is seldom reserved with her distaste for the crypto industry. Name any common criticism of Bitcoin, and she’s probably shared it already: volatility issues, environmental damage,…

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Pro-Bitcoin Senator to Introduce Comprehensive Crypto Bill in US

The pro-bitcoin U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis has reportedly unveiled her plan to introduce a comprehensive crypto bill that will cover everything from how cryptocurrencies are taxed and categorized to consumer…

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