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Coin Center’s Insightful Analysis on U.S. Crypto Regulations!
Leading cryptocurrency advocacy group Coin Center has released an in-depth analysis of the regulatory landscape for the crypto ecosystem in the U.S. Authored by Research Director Van Valkenburgh, the evaluation delves into the potential opportunities and challenges the sector may face under a possible Donald Trump presidency.
Key Highlights from the Analysis
The most striking point in the report is the prediction that while the Trump administration may adopt a generally crypto-friendly approach, existing legal frameworks and ongoing lawsuits could exert significant pressure on the sector. Valkenburgh identifies three primary threats: tax reporting obligations, sanctions on crypto mixing services, and accusations of unlicensed money transmission.
Under Section 6050I of the U.S. tax code, transactions involving $10,000 or more in cryptocurrency must be reported to the IRS. Coin Center has previously challenged this requirement, arguing it violates constitutional rights. The organization contends that such mandates infringe on user privacy and hinder the development of crypto technologies.
Another major concern involves sanctions on crypto mixers like Tornado Cash and criminal investigations into services such as Samourai Wallet. Valkenburgh warns that charges against Tornado Cash founder Roman Storm set a dangerous precedent for developers working on decentralized finance (DeFi) projects.
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On a more positive note, the analysis suggests that Trump’s appointments to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Treasury Department could benefit the crypto sector.
Warnings and Conclusions
In the conclusion, Valkenburgh cautions that excessive surveillance and control policies risk driving innovators away from the U.S., depriving ordinary Americans of the potential benefits of crypto technologies. He also highlights the ineffectiveness of restrictive measures in preventing criminal or terrorist groups from exploiting these technologies.
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