๐๐In a plot twist worthy of a Hollywood blockbuster, the U.S. House of Representatives has voted to prevent the Federal Reserve from issuing a digital dollar. The CBDC Anti-Surveillance State Act, introduced by Tom Emmer, aims to block the U.S. central bank from developing a digital dollar. The reason? Fears that a U.S. CBDC could be used to control Americans.๐
๐ญ๐ญDemocrats argued the concerns were overblown and a ban would stifle public sector innovation. The vote was largely along party lines, with 213 Republicans and three Democrats for the bill, and 192 Democrats against.
๐๐However, the crypto community is still celebrating the House's passage of FIT21, a crypto market structure bill. This bill, which received bipartisan support, gives the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission more authority over digital assets.
๐ฟ๐ฟDespite the drama, both bills seem destined for a Senate stalemate. But hey, at least crypto is finally getting some recognition! What's your take on these developments? Let's chat in the comments! #DeFi #Web3 #CryptoNews