Government Agencies Must Study Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Opportunities and Risks.
This Act mandates key financial agencies (Treasury, SEC, CFTC) to conduct a comprehensive study on Decentralized Finance (DeFi), which involves self-directed digital transactions without traditional intermediaries. The goal is to analyze both the benefits (like efficiency and accessibility) and the risks (like cybersecurity and illicit activity) of DeFi to inform potential future regulations. This study is crucial for determining the future framework for how citizens manage their digital assets.
Key points
Federal authorities are required to analyze how DeFi systems operate, including their impact on innovation, data security, and user privacy.
The study will compare the level of illicit activity in DeFi versus traditional financial markets, seeking methods to enhance transaction security.
The findings will guide Congress on whether and how to regulate digital assets, potentially influencing future investment and savings opportunities for citizens.
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Additional Information
Print number: 118_HR_9758
Sponsor: Rep. Davidson, Warren [R-OH-8]
Process start date: 2024-09-23