$BTC The US has introduced several digital asset bills, but one notable example is H.R.5745 - Digital Asset Market Structure and Investor Protection Act. Introduced in the 118th

Congress (2023-2024), this bill aims to:

- *Define digital assets*: Clarify the definition and classification of digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and other digital tokens.

- *Regulate digital asset markets*: Establish regulatory requirements for digital asset exchanges, custody services, and other market participants.

- *Protect investors*: Implement measures to protect investors, including disclosure requirements, anti-money laundering provisions, and risk disclosure.

Some key aspects of the bill include:

- *SEC and CFTC oversight*: The bill clarifies the roles of the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) in regulating digital assets.

- *Digital asset classification*: The bill proposes a framework for classifying digital assets as securities, commodities, or other types of digital assets.

- *Market structure*: The bill aims to establish a clear market structure for digital assets, including rules for trading, custody, and settlement.