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1 Former Secretary of Defense Says That the Clarity Act Is a National Security Issue. Here
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As you've probably heard, the crypto sector is poised to see a lot of changes, and soon. 15 on the Clarity Act, which would set a wide array of rules for crypto.
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As you've probably heard, the crypto sector is poised to see a lot of changes, and soon. 15 on the Clarity Act, which would set a wide array of rules for crypto. It's no surprise that crypto companies like Coinbase Global ( COIN -2.88% ) are lobbying heavily to get their preferred version of the bill passed, and as part of those efforts, they've recruited some friends in high places. In early August, former Secretary of Defense Mark Esper argued in the Financial Times that passing the Clarity Act is a national security issue for the U.S. He led the Pentagon from 2019 to 2020, and now he's an advisor to Coinbase.
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crypto regulation
Lawmakers are looking at new rules for the cryptocurrency industry, and former defense leaders are saying these rules are important for national safety. This matters to investors because clearer rules could bring big changes and new money into crypto companies.
What changed
Former defense secretary Mark Esper argued that passing the Clarity Act is a national security issue, bolstering lobbying efforts by major crypto exchanges.
Who wins / who loses
Crypto exchange operators and regulated digital asset firms benefit from clearer rules, while unregulated or non-compliant entities face potential headwinds.
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Coinbase is pushing hard for these new rules, so its business could change a lot depending on how the law is written.
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- Monitor legislative committees and voting schedules regarding the Clarity Act.
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- The Clarity Act stalls indefinitely in Congress or fails to gain bipartisan support.
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