U.S. Senators Lummis, Gillibrand Renew Push For Stablecoin Bill
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U.S. Senators Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand introduced a new stablecoin bill aiming to define the operation of digital tokens within the U.S. financial system. The bill mandates stricter requirements for stablecoin issuers, including maintaining one-to-one dollar reserves and not classifying the asset as a security. It aims to preserve the U.S. dollar's dominance and integrate consumer protections by banning algorithmically managed stablecoins. The legislation sets a $10 billion cap on stablecoin issuance for non-depository trusts, affecting large issuers like Circle, which exceeds this limit with $33 billion in USDC in circulation.

April 17, 2024 | 2:40 pm
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The stablecoin bill could significantly impact USDC, as it sets a $10 billion cap on stablecoin issuance for non-depository trusts, directly affecting Circle, the issuer of USDC, which has $33 billion in circulation.
The bill's requirement for stablecoin issuers to maintain one-to-one dollar reserves and the $10 billion cap on issuance without depository institution status directly impacts Circle's operations and the circulation of USDC. Given Circle's current circulation exceeds this cap, the company would need to adjust its operational model to comply, potentially affecting USDC's market position and stability.
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