AGP Executive Report
Last update: 7 hours agoCrypto Regulation Shock: The U.S. Senate blocked the CLARITY Act in a 49-50 procedural vote, dashing hopes for a clearer crypto market-structure framework and rattling Bitcoin and altcoins. Rates Hit Risk Assets: The Fed raised rates by 25 bps, reinforcing a hawkish tone that pressured crypto and broader markets. Stablecoin Tax/Policy Moves: The House Ways and Means Committee advanced the Digital Asset Tax Certainty Act, aiming to reduce compliance friction while extending traditional anti-abuse rules to digital assets. Banking Rails for Stablecoins: Column N.A. said it integrated USDC/USDT and expanded full-stack card issuing inside its core platform, targeting fintechs that want fewer middlemen. Revolut Data Breach Fallout: Revolut disclosed that fake government requests tricked it into handing over customer KYC and crypto-related data; separate reporting says hackers are demanding a $3M Monero ransom. Scam Warnings: The FTC warned about cloned car dealer websites that can lead buyers to send money upfront. Inclusion & Fintech: Nigeria’s EFInA and CBN emphasized that financial inclusion must improve real household and business outcomes, not just account access.
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