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STABLECOINS FOREVER CHANGED AS TRUMP SIGNS GENIUS ACT!


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The crypto world just got rocked! President Trump has officially signed the groundbreaking GENIUS Act into law on July 18, 2025, unleashing a seismic shift in how payment stablecoins are regulated. This isn't just a tweak; it's a complete overhaul that demands 1:1 backing with high-quality, liquid assets, unprecedented transparency, and strict AML/CFT compliance. Say goodbye to the wild west of stablecoins and hello to a new era of trust, stability, and legitimate integration into global finance! But that's not all! We're also diving deep into the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act, which just passed, blocking the Fed from issuing a retail CBDC directly to Americans – a massive win for privacy advocates and private sector innovation.

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Reason NewsBy Allisha Gayapersad Chetty