GENIUS Act moves forward: Can it fix U.S. crypto regulation?

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This week on Byte-Sized Insight, we’re heading to Capitol Hill, where US lawmakers are finally making moves on crypto regulation. From the Senate advancing the GENIUS Act — a major step toward federal stablecoin rules — to the reintroduction of the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act, which could protect developers from outdated licensing laws, crypto is a hot topic this week in Washington.
Host Savannah Fortis breaks it all down, with expert insight from Rashan Colbert, director of US policy at the Crypto Council for Innovation.

(00:35) Stablecoins and blockchain bills hit the Senate floor
(02:15) Unpacking the GENIUS Act and the Senate’s advancement
(04:14) Does the GENIUS Act address industry concerns?
(05:33) Bipartisan support for crypto regulations
(08:08) Unpacking the Blockchain Regulatory Certainty Act
(09:58) Trump’s crypto involvement causes Democrats to hesitate
(12:15) What to watch out for next and how to stay active

This episode was hosted and produced by Savannah Fortis, @savannah_fortis.

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