Crypto and Policy: A Week of Major Developments in the Crypto Ecosystem | HackerNoon
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As the U.S. election cycle intensifies, cryptocurrency continues to emerge as a powerful player in political discourse. Exodus, a leading cryptocurrency wallet provider, donated $1.3 million to Stand With Crypto, a bipartisan organization supporting pro-crypto candidates in the upcoming elections. This donation is set to fuel efforts to educate and mobilize crypto voters, a group that is increasingly vital in swing states. Cryptocurrency-related donations in this election cycle have already exceeded $180 million, highlighting the sector's growing financial clout in politics.
Simultaneously, Fairshake Super PAC, another crypto-backed entity, has pledged $25 million to support 18 congressional candidates, split evenly across party lines. With campaigns spanning key battleground states like California and New York, the balance of power is shifting. The financial support is further tipping the scales in favor of lawmakers who are open to pro-crypto policies, paving the way for regulatory frameworks that could benefit the digital asset industry.
In a surprising turn of events, the Democratic National Convention in August saw the first warm reception for the crypto industry. Despite previous opposition from segments of the Biden administration, crypto's acceptance among Democrats is becoming increasingly important, with 20% of registered Democratic voters now owning cryptocurrency.
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