Warren's Unconstitutional Crypto Bill Faces Uncertain Passage

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Warren's Unconstitutional Crypto Bill Faces Uncertain Passage
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Senator Elizabeth Warren has introduced a bill called the "Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act" that aims to crack down on cryptocurrency's alleged use in illicit finance. The bill, which has gained support from five Democratic lawmakers, would extend Bank Secrecy Act requirements to miners, validators, wallet providers, and other crypto industry actors. However, the bill is unlikely to pass due to partisan politics and its narrow focus on surveillance rather than addressing broader issues in the blockchain industry. Critics argue that the bill may be unconstitutional and could infringe on privacy rights by expanding surveillance over digital technologies.

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