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Tech Coalition Urges Biden to Lead on Cryptocurrency Regulation

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In a recent letter to U.S. President Joe Biden, the Chamber of Progress, a tech industry coalition, called for comprehensive cryptocurrency regulation. The group emphasized the importance of a clear regulatory framework for digital assets, highlighting the potential benefits for both investors and the U.S. economy.

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Tech Coalition Urges Biden to Lead on Cryptocurrency Regulation

Chamber of Progress to Biden: Seize Opportunity for Comprehensive Crypto Legislation

The Chamber of Progress, established in 2020, advocates for progressive policies that foster technological innovation. The organization supports responsible cryptocurrency development, expanded access to financial services, and reduced costs for cross-border payments. Its recent letter to President Biden underscores the urgency of regulatory clarity in the rapidly growing digital assets sector.

The letter written by the Director of Financial Policy Chamber of Progress, Kyle Bligen, applauds Biden’s 2022 executive order on digital assets but criticizes the current regulatory environment for its ambiguity. The Chamber of Progress argues that U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler‘s approach has created uncertainty, devaluing digital assets, and limiting their utility. The coalition calls for a bipartisan legislative effort to provide consumer protection and market clarity, aligning with the preferences of a significant portion of Gen Z and Millennial voters.

Highlighting the increasing adoption of cryptocurrency, the letter notes that one in five Americans has engaged with digital assets. The Chamber of Progress stresses that clear and supportive regulations could position the U.S. as a leader in the global digital economy. Furthermore, the letter mentions that former President Donald Trump has criticized the current administration’s lack of regulatory clarity and has pledged to attract the cryptocurrency vote. The coalition emphasizes that Biden still has an opportunity to provide the regulatory framework that voters are demanding, potentially turning this issue into a political advantage.

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