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Clear Rules for Digital Assets: Investor Protection and Market Growth.

This bill aims to establish clear rules for companies dealing with digital assets, such as cryptocurrencies, to protect investors and ensure market stability. These companies will need to meet specific security and transparency requirements, which should increase trust in digital asset trading. Citizens will gain greater certainty regarding the safety of their digital asset investments.
Key points
Companies trading digital assets (e.g., cryptocurrencies) will have clear guidelines on when their products are not considered securities, reducing legal uncertainty.
New security requirements will be introduced for digital platforms, including protection against theft and loss of assets, enhancing the safety of citizens' funds.
Platforms will be required to disclose risks associated with digital asset trading and inform users that some investments may not be covered by investor insurance.
If a digital asset is determined to be a security, platforms will have time to comply with regulations or cease offering it, ensuring a smooth transition and investor protection.
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Additional Information
Print number: 117_S_5030
Sponsor: Sen. Hagerty, Bill [R-TN]
Process start date: 2022-09-29