#GENIUSActPass The "GENIUS Act," or the "Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act," recently passed the U.S. Senate. This landmark bipartisan legislation aims to create the first comprehensive federal regulatory framework for stablecoins, a type of cryptocurrency pegged to the value of an asset like the U.S. dollar.
If enacted into law, the GENIUS Act will mandate that stablecoin issuers maintain 1:1 reserves in highly liquid assets, undergo regular audits, and adhere to strict anti-money laundering (AML) and sanctions compliance requirements. The bill seeks to foster innovation in the digital asset space while protecting consumers, ensuring financial stability, and strengthening the U.S. dollar's global dominance in the digital age. It represents a significant step towards bringing regulatory clarity to the rapidly evolving crypto market.