House Financial Services Comm. witnesses air multiple anti-CBDC arguments
The digital assets subcommittee heard from five opponents of a U.S. CBDC without giving supporters equal (or any) time. Go to Source
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Elon Musk, Mark Zuckerberg and Sam Altman talk AI regs in Washington
The majority of the tech leaders in attendance agreed that AI needs to be regulated with Elon Musk calling the meeting a game changer for civilization. Go to Source
Rep. Tom Emmer reintroduces anti-CBDC bill to Congress
The bill would limit the Fed from issuing a CBDC which Tom Emmer called a surveillance tool that would “undermine the American way of life.” Go to Source
Senators unveil bipartisan blueprint for comprehensive AI regulation
It is expected to be a guide in managing both the potential benefits and risks associated with AI technology. Go to Source
US Senate confirms Philip Jefferson as Federal Reserve vice chair
Philip Jefferson, who has been serving as a Fed governor since 2022, will take on the No. 2 role under chair Jerome Powell at the central bank until 2036. Go to Source
Ronaldinho denies part in alleged $61M crypto scam at congressional hearing
The former pro soccer player said in a congressional hearing that his likeness was improperly used to market an allegedly fraudulent crypto scheme. Go to Source
US House Financial Services members scold Fed’s Powell for stablecoin bill obstruction
The committee members suspect the Fed is trying to hold up Congressional efforts to pass stablecoin legislation by restricting banks’ actions. Go to Source
US House Democratic coalition creates AI working group
Representative Derek Kilmer will chair the Artificial Intelligence Working Group, which is aimed at introducing “sensible, bipartisan” policies for AI technology. Go to Source
Lawmakers probe Apple’s App Store policies on blockchain, NFTs
Their letter aimed to explore whether these guidelines might inadvertently hinder the progress and growth of cutting-edge innovations. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
‘Pro crypto bill’ passes out of US House Agriculture Committee
The Republican bill, dubbed FIT for the 21st Century, was drafted by two House committees and passed after strenuous preparations by members of both parties. Go to Source Powered by WPeMatico
