Nearly 10K Signatures Collected To Counter Potential Crypto Ban In The US

A petition that opposes the suggested Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act in the United States has garnered considerable attention lately. Launched on Change.org by the Chamber of Digital Commerce (CDC), a prominent blockchain and digital asset trade association in the United States, the petition named Stop The Crypto Ban seeks to counteract the potential repercussions of the legislation introduced by Senator Elizabeth Warren.

A need for change

The Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act has thus far secured backing by 19 United States senators, causing apprehension within the Chamber of Digital Commerce. They contend that, despite its intended purpose of combating money laundering, the act essentially functions as a crypto ban that could impede innovation, negatively impact job opportunities, and undermine the flourishing cryptocurrency sector.

Presently, the petition has amassed nearly 10,000 signatures via concerned citizens. Those signing pledge not to support any senator in future elections who endorses the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act in its current iteration.

While recognizing the necessity for regulation, the CDC emphasizes that the existing limitations of the bill could obstruct consumer access to a diverse range of financial tools and services offered by the digital asset ecosystem. They argue that this might impede financial inclusion and choice for consumers. The senators targeted in the petition are urged to reconsider their backing for the legislation and take into account the long-term implications on innovation, economic growth, and consumer freedom. The signatories call on these senators to play a pivotal role in shaping a future where digital assets are integrated into the economic framework in a manner that fosters innovation, protects consumers, and enhances the United States economy.

Innovation must not be stifled

This strategic maneuver by the CDC aims to influence the senators mentioned in the petition, such as Elizabeth Warren, Roger Marshall, Lindsey Graham, Joe Manchin, and others. While acknowledging the necessity of regulating the digital asset space for safety and integrity, the CDC expresses reservations about the present form of the legislation, asserting that it extends beyond required regulation and amounts to a prohibition on digital innovation.

The organization outlines diverse concerns, encompassing potential economic impacts, limitations on innovation, and matters related to security and privacy. Experts characterize the Digital Asset Anti-Money Laundering Act as a direct assault on the personal freedom and privacy of cryptocurrency users and developers. Since its introduction by Senator Warren in December of the preceding year, the bill has gained substantial support. The petition underscores the potential consequences of the legislation on innovation, economic growth, and consumer freedom.