Boozman Introduces Crypto Oversight Legislation as Industry Shakes
by Associated Press – 1 week ago
The regulations would authorize the Commodities Futures Trading Commission to be the default regulator for cryptocurrencies.
The regulations would authorize the Commodities Futures Trading Commission to be the default regulator for cryptocurrencies.
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