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Cryptocurrency Regulations in Limbo as Congress Demands Clarity From SEC

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Qadir AK

The cryptocurrency industry is buzzing with anticipation as Congress pushes the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to establish efficient and transparent rules for the rapidly evolving digital asset market.

The Ripple case was revolutionary for the industry and now that the verdict is out, the lawmakers seem to be prioritizing clarity. About time, right?

SEC Under Pressure

U.S. Congressman French Hill and Rep. Dusty Johnson have raised a valid concern and addressed a letter to the SEC Chair, Gary Gensler, emphasizing the need for productive rules in the crypto space. The focus is on providing a clear regulatory framework that benefits all market participants, making it a top priority for the House Committee on Financial Services and the House Committee on Agriculture.

Read More: US Congressman Questions SEC’s Actions: “I’m Calling for an Investigation”

The Congress is Cracking Down… Hard

Over the past four years, these committees have conducted more than 15 hearings on digital asset policy, aiming to address existing regulatory gaps. Simultaneously, the SEC has been primarily enforcing regulations in the market. In response, Congress is urging the SEC to collaborate with them to encourage innovation and growth in the cryptocurrency markets.

The pressure on the SEC is evident, as Fox Business Journalist Eleanor Terrett reported that two letters were recently sent to the SEC Chair, urging the Commission to reconsider its strict enforcement approach towards regulating cryptocurrencies. Rep. Ritchie Torres also expressed similar concerns to Gary Gensler. 

The Need for Unity and Working in Tandem

Following the XRP lawsuit ruling, the U.S. House Committee on Financial Services Republicans stressed the importance of the SEC chair collaborating with Congress to ensure adequate protection for digital asset users. This highlights the growing interest in establishing clear rules and safeguards for the cryptocurrency industry.

However, not everyone is on the same page. While Congress is eagerly working to bridge regulatory gaps, the SEC seems to be favoring a more strict enforcement approach. They’re attempting to control crypto intermediaries through multiple rulemaking and staff actions.

Will this friction lead to a clash of visions? Only time will tell. 

Qadir AK

Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.

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