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Senate Committee Discusses Strong Federal Oversight of Crypto Markets

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The Senate Committee on Agriculture, Nutrition, and Forestry held a hearing on Wednesday where Chairwoman Senator Debbie Stabenow stressed the urgent need for robust regulation in the crypto market. The discussion focused on investor protection, market integrity, and the necessity of federal oversight for digital commodities like bitcoin and ethereum. Senate Committee Highlights Need for … Read more

Fed Chair Warns of Higher Interest Rates Than Previously Anticipated, Faster Hikes

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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell has warned that “the ultimate level of interest rates is likely to be higher than previously anticipated.” In addition, if faster tightening is warranted, the Fed “would be prepared to increase the pace of rate hikes,” Powell said. The Fed Anticipates Higher Rates, Faster Hikes Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell … Read more

Australia Needs Regulations to Facilitate Crypto Business, Senate Committee Reports

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A Senate committee in Australia has made a number of proposals to address the lack of proper regulations for the cryptocurrency space. The lawmakers believe the country needs new rules for its fintech and digital asset industries to be able to compete with jurisdictions that are already attracting some of its own crypto firms. Senate … Read more