U.S. Crypto Policy Shifts Spark Debate on Global Capital Ambitions
Recent developments in U.S. cryptocurrency regulation and policy have sparked renewed debate over whether America can solidify its position as the global crypto capital. Peter Van Valkenburgh, a leading voice in the crypto space, argues that while the U.S. is well positioned to dominate in regulated crypto assets such as exchange-traded funds (ETFs), it remains uncertain whether the country will fully embrace the decentralized and privacy-oriented aspects of the crypto ecosystem [1].
Van Valkenburgh expressed concern over the legal outcomes of cases involving Tornado Cash and Samourai Wallet developers, where they faced charges under U.S. money transmission laws. He argues that such prosecutions could stifle innovation and the…
