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Sen. Bill Hagerty critiques SEC Chair Gary Gensler’s stance towards crypto, stating it stifles innovation and drives potential investors and companies overseas. He advocates for basic stablecoin regulations instead of comprehensive measures to improve the environment for U.S. crypto operations.

The United States’ unclear crypto regulations are driving companies to seek more crypto-friendly countries. Tennessee Senator, Bill Hagerty, supports comprehensive cryptocurrency legislation in the US, replacing the current ‘regulation by enforcement’. He also highlights risks in the unrestricted adoption of Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs).

Gary Gensler, SEC Chair, aims to place cryptocurrencies under SEC’s regulatory oversight, citing widespread noncompliance within the crypto industry. However, recent US court decisions challenge a blanket crypto regulation, including exceptions for specific cryptocurrencies like XRP. These evolving regulatory scenarios have spurred concern about stifling innovation and driving away crypto businesses.

The cryptocurrency market is facing increased uncertainty due to recent regulatory actions by the SEC against Binance and Coinbase. Consequent to crackdown on centralized exchanges, DeFi sector sees rapid growth. Investors keep a close eye on upcoming hearings and future developments as market adapts to regulatory challenges.

Two executives from the defunct Signature Bank testified before Congress, asserting that the bank could have recovered despite customer withdrawals of $16 billion. Questions about the role of crypto in the bank’s shutdown remain unanswered, with regulators denying that it was related to crypto exposure.