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Explaining key concepts and policy perspectives in crypto and blockchain.
July 22, 2025
Fact-Finding: Crypto & Financial Inclusion
Crypto and blockchain are driving financial inclusion by empowering unbanked and underbanked Americans with accessible financial tools.
July 22, 2025
What are Permissionless Networks?
Permissionless networks are the foundation of open, interoperable digital economies. Because anyone can access, build on, or transact within these systems without needing approval, they create a level playing field for innovation and participation. This openness unlocks real-time settlement, automated execution through smart contracts, and seamless value transfer across borders, platforms, and communities.
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Users in four states have missed out on an estimated $100M+ in less than two years
Regulators in California, New Jersey, Maryland, and Wisconsin issued misguided cease-and-desist orders in June 2023 prohibiting Coinbase users from staking additional assets. Coinbase is permitted to offer its staking services in nearly every other state. Users in these four states should be permitted to stake, too.
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