Prospects are improving for cryptocurrency regulation in the United States. The appointment of Cynthia Lummis as chair of the Senate Subcommittee on Digital Assets marks a turning point, not least for the Bitcoin Strategic Reserve project.
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Senator Lummis imposes her crypto vision on the Senate
The U.S. Senate Banking Committee confirmed on January 23 the appointment of Wyoming senator to head new subcommittee on digital assets. This decision is part of the administration’s strategy to position the United States as a leader in financial innovation. Lummis, recognized for her pro-crypto commitment brings valuable expertise and a clear vision for the integration of digital assets into the US financial system.
Her appointment comes as the Congress seeks to establish a bipartisan regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies. The subcommittee, inspired by the model established by the House in 2023, aims to accelerate favorable legislation while ensuring appropriate oversight.
A bold national strategy for Bitcoin
The draft of the BITCOIN law (Boosting Innovation, Technology and Competition through National Investment Optimization), proposes an unprecedented initiative: the acquisition by the US Treasury of one million bitcoins over five years. This strategic reserve with a minimum holding period of 20 years, aims to strengthen the dollar while positioning the United States at the forefront of the digital revolution.
There is growing support for the planned reintroduction of the project, including from the candidate for Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent. This convergence between the legislative and executive branches of government augurs an acceleration of reforms in the digital assets sector.
This major development, combined with reversal of the SEC’s which is now creating a working group on a clear regulatory framework, marks a decisive turning point for the crypto ecosystem. This approach could inspire other nations to follow the American example.
As a journalist at Coinpri, I’ve been captivated by the world of bitcoin and blockchain since 2020. The decentralized aspect of Bitcoin particularly piqued my interest. Since then, I’ve been working constantly to spread my knowledge, hoping one day to see a world where everyone fully enjoys their financial freedom.
