Key Points:
They are directing funds towards electing pro-crypto legislators and influencing stalled bills in Congress before the presidential election next year.
This week, Coinbase, Circle, and a16z contributed $78 million to a federal super PAC called Fairshake, which aims to support “pro-crypto leadership.”
However, the industry is facing increased criticism from crypto critics, such as Senator Elizabeth Warren, who has called for a crackdown on illicit crypto activity. The formation of Fairshake is in response to Congress’s failure to pass a clear regulatory framework for crypto.
Read more: Coinbase Rebuttal Against Senator Warren For Willful Misrepresenting The Truth
The fines and penalties imposed on companies like Binance this year have been for violations of existing federal securities and money laundering laws. The industry is also facing challenges in terms of regulations surrounding stablecoins and digital tokens.
The increased lobbying efforts by crypto companies are aimed at influencing the upcoming elections and ensuring that pro-crypto candidates are elected. The outcome of the elections, especially if Democrats win the presidency and Congress, could have significant regulatory implications for the crypto industry in the coming years.
DISCLAIMER: The information on this website is provided as general market commentary and does not constitute investment advice. We encourage you to do your own research before investing.
Parallel is a competitive, free sci-fi trading card game where players battle strategically with self-built…
Spot Bitcoin ETF inflow surged to $257 million on May 16, driven by positive sentiment…
Bitcoin supply on exchanges reaches new lows amid bullish market sentiment, signaling a move towards…
The Chainlink fund tokenization underscores the growing interest in asset tokenization, boosting Chainlink's price by…
The U.S. Senate voted 60-38 to overturn the SEC crypto asset accounting rule, easing restrictions…
Pyth grants $50 million, offering community, research, and developer grants, with rewards in unlocked or…
This website uses cookies.