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SEC Faces Criticism from Elizabeth Warren Over Approval of Bitcoin ETF

By Crypto FlexsJanuary 12, 20242 Mins Read
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SEC Faces Criticism from Elizabeth Warren Over Approval of Bitcoin ETF
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U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren, who represents Massachusetts and is a member of the Senate Banking Committee, publicly criticized the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) for approving 11 physical Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs). This decision by the SEC has sparked an important debate regarding the integration of cryptocurrencies into the mainstream financial system and the need for a comprehensive regulatory framework.

Senator Warren, known for her cautious approach to cryptocurrencies, argued that the SEC’s decision was “wrong in both law and policy.” She believes that allowing cryptocurrencies to penetrate deeper into the financial system without strict anti-money laundering regulations poses significant risks. In response, Warren said she has been actively promoting the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act, which aims to expand Bank Secrecy Act requirements to digital asset companies. she decided,

As the SEC pushes cryptocurrencies deeper into our financial system, it is more urgent than ever for them to follow basic anti-money laundering rules.

The bill, reintroduced last October, won support from 19 senators, including two Republicans. But it has faced criticism from some members of the cryptocurrency industry, who argue it could stifle innovation and force companies overseas.

Rep. Warren’s criticism came amid mixed reactions from other lawmakers. Some, such as House Financial Services Committee Chairman Patrick McHenry, R-N.C., and Digital Asset Subcommittee Chairman French Hill, R-Ark., said the approval represents a significant improvement and would allow for greater access to cryptocurrencies. He expressed rare praise for the SEC, saying it provides: Technology of this generation.

The SEC’s approval of the Bitcoin ETF, led by historic cryptocurrency skeptic Chairman Gary Gensler, was more a result of legal constraints than personal acceptance. Gensler highlighted a decision by the U.S. Court of Appeals for the District of Columbia Circuit that found the board failed to adequately explain why it did not approve a previous ETP application. Nonetheless, Gensler remains cautious about Bitcoin, viewing it as volatile, speculative and a potential tool for illicit financial activities.

This event marks a pivotal moment in the ongoing debate over the regulation and integration of cryptocurrencies in the U.S. financial system. This raises important questions about the balance between innovation and regulation, the role of government agencies in overseeing emerging financial products, and the future trajectory of cryptocurrency markets.

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