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Digital Asset Legislation in 2025: U.S. and U.K. Developments United States In 2025, the U.S. Congress is actively pursuing comprehensive digital asset legislation. Key initiatives include the Securities Clarity Act, reintroduced by Rep. Tom Emmer, aiming to define digital assets and provide regulatory certainty . Additionally, the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21) is under consideration, seeking to establish a unified framework for digital asset regulation . (Emmer Reintroduces Legislation to Provide Regulatory Clarity for ..., Regulating Digital Assets: FIT21 Seems to Fit the Bill - Jones Day) The Senate Banking Committee has also passed legislation focusing on stablecoins, marking a significant step towards legitimizing the crypto sector . These efforts reflect a bipartisan push to integrate digital assets into the existing financial infrastructure. (Congress' crypto era is here) United Kingdom The U.K. government has introduced the Property (Digital Assets etc.) Bill, which aims to classify digital assets, including cryptocurrencies and NFTs, as personal property under British law . This legislation seeks to provide legal clarity, enabling courts to address disputes involving digital assets more effectively. (UK Government Introduces Bill To Clarify the Legal Status of Digital ..., UK lawmakers to clarify crypto's legal status as adoption grows) Additionally, the U.K. has proposed new regulations for cryptocurrency exchanges and dealers, requiring compliance with standards for transparency, consumer protection, and operational resilience . These measures are part of a broader strategy to foster legitimate innovation while curbing misconduct in the crypto-asset sector. (UK sets out new laws to regulate crypto exchanges and dealers) Both the U.S. and U.K. are taking significant steps in 2025 to establish clear legal frameworks for digital assets, aiming to balance innovation with consumer protection and financial stability. #DigitalAssetBill