• Congressmen call for crypto clarity
    Cryptocurrencies,  Politics

    Congressmen call for crypto clarity in letters to the SEC and Treasury

    Reps. Tom Emmer and Warren Davidson warn that a lack of regulatory clarity, and rumors of a clampdown on self-hosted wallets, are stymying innovation in the U.S.

    Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN) penned the missive to the SEC, urging the regulator to provide the clarity needed for banks to provide custody services for digital securities. Meanwhile, Rep. Warren Davidson said he had sent a letter to Mnuchin “strongly encouraging him to consult with Congress before issuing new regulations that govern the use of digital self-hosted wallets.”

  • Chamber Digital Commerce Crypto for Congress
    Cryptocurrencies,  Politics,  Uncategorized

    Seeking a “lightbulb moment” crypto group launches political donation campaign

    The Chamber of Digital Commerce’s Crypto for Congress campaign is sending every member of congress a $50 bitcoin donation

    Comparing the Crypto for Congress campaign donations to “the time Members of Congress received their first email or sent their first Tweet,” the Chamber said its goal is to foster a deeper understanding of this technology’s vast potential, from enabling greater participation in the political process to revolutionizing every industry in our economy.”