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Story: Tether Pushes for Role in Shaping U.S. Stablecoin Regulations

By James Thorp

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Tether’s Commitment to Compliance. Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino has made it clear that the company is committed to complying with U.S.

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Transparency Concerns and Potential Bitcoin Sales. Tether has faced criticism over its lack of transparency, especially regarding its reserves.

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Shaping U.S. Stablecoin Policy. Ardoino emphasized that Tether’s aim is to be an active participant in the development of all U.S.

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The Future of Stablecoins in the U.S.. Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller recently expressed that stablecoins could strengthen…

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Tether, the world's largest stablecoin issuer, has ramped up efforts to play a significant role in shaping U.S. stablecoin regulations.

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According to FOX Business reporter Eleanor Terrett, Tether has been in discussions with Rep.

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The bill, still in its draft stage, proposes that stablecoin issuers obtain permission from the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) and back their crypto with…

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Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino has made it clear that the company is committed to complying with U.S. regulations, regardless of the final outcome of the STABLE Act.

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If the STABLE Act is passed, Tether will need to adhere to strict requirements, including maintaining a one-to-one backing for its tokenized fiat and conducting monthly reserve…

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Tether has faced criticism over its lack of transparency, especially regarding its reserves. Unlike some competitors, Tether has not undergone a full audit.

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However, Tether's potential compliance with the new bill could come with challenges. Analysts at JP Morgan predict that Tether may need to sell some of its Bitcoin holdings to…

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In the past week alone, three different stablecoin bills have been introduced in the U.S. Congress.

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Additionally, Democratic Rep. Maxine Waters introduced a proposal for stablecoin oversight that would involve the OCC, the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC), and the…

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Federal Reserve Governor Christopher Waller recently expressed that stablecoins could strengthen the U.S. dollar's dominance on a global scale.

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Waller’s statements echo sentiments from Fed Chairman Jerome Powell, who, during a meeting with the House Financial Services Committee last year, showed full support for…

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