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WASHINGTON – In a strategic move to influence political support, major cryptocurrency entities such as Coinbase, Circle and venture capital firm a16z have collectively poured $78 million into Fairshake, a support-focused super PAC pro-crypto leaders in the upcoming elections. This substantial funding represents a significant escalation from previous, more restricted lobbying efforts within the crypto industry and signals an intention to shape the regulatory framework surrounding digital currencies.
The investment comes amid heightened scrutiny from US lawmakers, with Senator Elizabeth Warren emphasizing national security concerns and the need for strict anti-virus regulations. money laundering specific to cryptocurrencies. This increased attention follows recent high-profile controversies related to individuals and exchanges in the crypto space, including Sam Bankman-Fried and Binance.
With Congress yet to reach consensus on how to regulate the volatile cryptocurrency market, these major players are doubling down on efforts to foster bipartisan debate and cultivate political support. Their goal is to secure legislative allies who could lead to regulatory decisions beneficial to the future of cryptocurrencies.
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