Launchy Regulatory Roundup #14 - Republicans Secure House Majority, Paving Way for Crypto Legislation in 2025

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The recent political shift in the US could be a game changer for the crypto industry. With Republicans taking control of the House, the push for clearer crypto regulations is gaining momentum.

In Today's Edition:

• Headline: Republicans Secure House Majority 🗽 

• Global Legal Roundup: Polymarket CEO raid, $232M crypto scam 🌐 

• Case Study: 2024 Elections: A Turning Point for the Crypto Industry ⏭️ 

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HEADLINE

Republicans Secure House Majority, Paving Way for Crypto Legislation in 2025

State of play: The Republican Party has secured a majority in the House of Representatives, solidifying a political trifecta alongside Donald Trump’s reelection and control of the Senate.

• This outcome boosts prospects for comprehensive cryptocurrency legislation as the new Congress convenes.

• Over the past year, the Republican-led House passed several crypto-focused bills.

• The bills include the Financial Innovation and Technology for the 21st Century Act (FIT21) and a resolution to overturn the SEC’s controversial SAB 121 policy.

• While FIT21 stalled in the Senate and SAB 121 was vetoed by outgoing President Joe Biden, Republican dominance is expected to drive progress.

• With the departure of Patrick McHenry, a key proponent of crypto legislation, Republicans will appoint new leadership for the Financial Services Committee.

• Notable candidates include Reps. Andy Barr, Frank Lucas, French Hill, and Bill Huizenga.

• The committee is expected to revisit stablecoin regulations, an area where McHenry collaborated with Democrat Maxine Waters in prior years.

• Fairshake PACs played a significant role in Republican victories, backing over 50 successful candidates, including Bernie Moreno in Ohio's Senate race.

What’s Next: As the House prepares for a GOP-led agenda, crypto policy emerges as a key area of focus for lawmakers aiming to solidify the US as a leader in financial innovation.

Why it Matters: A Republican trifecta could accelerate long-overdue cryptocurrency legislation, providing regulatory clarity and fostering innovation in the US.

Our Take: The next two years offer a crucial chance to shape US crypto policy. With GOP leadership, swift progress is likely, but bipartisan collaboration is essential to ensure stability and long-term success in the industry.

GLOBAL LEGAL ROUNDUP

North America:

• 🇺🇲 FTX sues Binance, former CEO CZ for $1.8B.

• 🇺🇲 Trump mulls tapping crypto-friendly CFTC chair.

• 🇺🇲 FBI raids home of Polymarket CEO Shayne Coplan.

• 🇺🇲 NY Supreme Court allows Greenidge to keep mining.

• 🇺🇲 18 US states file lawsuit against SEC and Gary Gensler.

• 🇺🇲 NY prosecutor suggests office will scale back crypto cases.

• 🇺🇲 Dogecoin lawsuit against Elon Musk dropped amid market surge.

• 🇺🇲 Elizabeth Warren rises into role where crypto sector won't shake her.

• 🇺🇲 Pennsylvania lawmaker introduces bill for ‘strategic Bitcoin reserve.’

• 🇺🇲 Ripple Labs and CEO come under fire amid rumors of a Trump meeting.

• 🇺🇲 Joe Lubin says SEC crypto cases will be ‘dismissed or settled’ under Trump.

Europe:

• 🇪🇺 EU regulator sets restrictive measure guidelines for crypto providers

APAC:

• 🇰🇷 South Korea probes Upbit for 600K KYC violations.

• 🇰🇷 South Korean Police arrest 215 in suspected $232M crypto scam.

• 🇭🇰 Hong Kong warns against crypto firms misrepresenting as ‘banks.’

• 🇦🇺 Coinbase launches Stand With Crypto advocacy group in Australia.

World:

• 🌐 Central Bank Group BIS names Hernández de Cos as GM.

CASE STUDY

2024 Elections: A Turning Point for the Crypto Industry

Credits to Christopher Perkins and Coindesk for the original opinion.

State of play: The 2024 elections brought a major shift for the cryptocurrency industry with the election of a pro-crypto president and a Congress boasting 287 pro-crypto members. This change is expected to unlock growth and mainstream adoption across the sector:

• DeFi could benefit significantly, with the potential to replace intermediaries and expand access to financial services through smart contracts.

• Utility tokens, previously overshadowed by meme coins under the old regulatory regime, may see renewed focus.

• Integrating crypto with AI could bring breakthroughs in transparency and scalability, while crypto-based fixed-income markets are likely to grow as financial institutions embrace the space.

• DePIN is set to drive innovation in industries like telecommunications and mapping.

Our Take: With regulatory uncertainty fading, the crypto industry is well-positioned to attract institutional investors and foster entrepreneurial innovation. This election outcome could begin a transformative period for the US as a leader in the crypto world.

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NOTEWORTHY READS & MEME

• Fox Business’s discussion on the lawsuit 18 states against SEC and Gensler.

• Egan, Mosier, Teyema & Sheridan’s opinion on blockchains, digital assets & national security.

• Brian Quintenz’s read on web3 opportunity, new legislation absence and government in the US.

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