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Congress announces hearings on stock market in light of Robinhood v. Reddit battle
28.1.2021
Both the Senate and the House are looking into Wall Street's market practices, especially short selling
Crypto anti-terrorism bill introduced in the US House of Representatives
15.1.2021
A bipartisan group of representatives has introduced a bill to the House that seeks to create a task force focused on combating terrorist financing via cryptocurrencies
This Dude Got Impeached Twice
13.1.2021
President Donald Trump has been impeached yet again in a 232-197 vote, five days after pro-Trump insurgents stormed the Capitol and little more than a week before his White House stint comes to an end. He is the first American president in history to be impeached more than once.Read more
It's Apparently Very Easy to Riot in the Capitol When You're a Trump Supporter
6.1.2021
This summer, abolitionists and protesters were gassed and shot at in the streets and in their homes, all for rising up against a white supremacist paramilitary state intent on violence and subjugation. In D.C., President Trump orchestrated a similar tear gas attack on protesters outside a church...
6th Global Blockchain Congress by Agora Group Will be Held on February 9, in Dubai
6.1.2021
The 6th edition of the world-renowned flagship Global Blockchain Congress by Agora Group is taking place on February 9th and 10th, 2021, in Dubai. The conference boasts an amazing line up of speakers including keynote addresses by his excellency Dr. Obaid Al Zaabi, Dr. Obaid has an account CEO...
Rep. Soto seeks to create office to 'coordinate' Federal use of blockchain tech
3.1.2021
The dedicated office would oversee "all non-defense related deployment and activities related to blockchain technology within the Federal Government.”
Congresspeople chastise the Treasury for rushing new crypto monitoring proposal
1.1.2021
As many in the crypto industry have said, 15 days over the holidays is just not enough time to respond
Let Them Eat Cake: Congress Approves a $900 Billion Stimulus Package, Billions in Pork Funds, Federal Employees Get a Raise
23.12.2020
The United States Congress has approved a $900 billion Covid-19 relief package that’s tethered to the government’s $2.3 trillion year-end funding plan. Of course, talks of Americans getting $600 checks have started to circulate online, but reports also include the discussions...
BTC price rises 5% after US Congress passes '$900 billion ad for Bitcoin'
22.12.2020
Daily highs of $23,625 for Bitcoin price show fresh bullish appetite
US Lawmakers Caution Against Regulations Restricting Use of Self-Hosted Crypto Wallets
12.12.2020
Four U.S. lawmakers have sent a letter to Treasury Secretary Steven Mnuchin, warning of the risks of restricting the use of self-hosted cryptocurrency wallets. Their concerns follow reports that the Treasury Department may be on the verge of imposing such strict cryptocurrency regulations aimed...
Congresspeople tell Treasury to back off of rumored self-hosted wallet ban
10.12.2020
Congressman Davidson, in particular, sees potential Treasury action as a bad idea for everybody involved
Congresspeople ask SEC to verify who can custody security tokens
9.12.2020
Several members of the Congressional Blockchain Caucus are calling for more clarity on broker-dealer rules from the U.S. securities regulator
Biden team will boost crypto's role in US infrastructure, says Circle CEO Allaire
7.12.2020
Allaire also sees political moderation as the best scenario for continued crypto development
Ron Paul Advises Bitcoin Proponents to ‘Be Vigilant’ of Government ‘There’s Information Collected’
7.12.2020
On December 5, the American author and retired politician, Ron Paul, joined the Stephan Livera Podcast episode 234 and discussed cryptocurrencies and bitcoin at great length. During the interview, the prominent libertarian said when bitcoin came out he was still in congress and he thought the most...
Congresspeople speak out against Tlaib's anti-stablecoin bill
5.12.2020
But the bill is unlikely to become law any time soon
OCC works to win back House Democrats, still miffed at leader's focus on crypto
3.12.2020
Acting Comptroller Brian Brooks continues his work to reach across the aisle with pledges from major players to support minority-owned banks
US lawmakers seek to make stablecoins illegal without federal approval
3.12.2020
A new bill introduced to Congress seeks to control the entire stablecoin industry by requiring all related activities to obtain federal approval first
US Senator Cynthia Lummis to Ensure Congress Understands Bitcoin Is a ‘Great Store of Value’
18.11.2020
Bitcoiner Cynthia Lummis has been elected to the U.S. Senate. She has revealed that one of her priorities is to explain to her colleagues in Congress about bitcoin being “a great store of value.” Cynthia Lummis Plans to Convince Congress That Bitcoin Is a Great Store of Value Cynthia...
Cynthia Lummis, Wyoming’s Incoming Senator, Wants to Explain Bitcoin to Congress
17.11.2020
Cynthia Lummis, who won an open U.S. Senate seat in Wyoming, wants to explain bitcoin's value to her new colleagues
New Push for Second Stimulus Checks: Analysts Predict When Another Relief Package Will Pass
16.11.2020
Many Americans are in need of second stimulus checks and a new coronavirus relief package. As Congress resumes stimulus negotiations, President Trump has called for a “big and focused” stimulus bill now. Meanwhile, several analysts have predicted when lawmakers will pass the next...