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<p>The post <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/u-s-senator-elizabeth-warrens-letter-is-a-publicity-stunt-says-coincenter-chief/">Senator Warren Raises Crypto Red Flags, Coin Center Slams It as ‘Publicity Stunt’</a> appeared first on <a href="https://coinpedia.org">Coinpedia Fintech News</a></p> 
<p>In a bold move that’s sent ripples through the digital finance world, <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/cracking-down-on-crypto-elizabeth-warren-leads-senators-in-push-for-stricter-cryptocurrency-reguation/">Senator Elizabeth Warren</a> has turned the spotlight on the cryptocurrency industry. A recent latter penned by her, addressed to all the key players, has not only questioned the sector’s lobbying strategies but also raised eyebrows over the employment of ex-government officials.</p> 
<p>Have things just taken a turn for the worse? Read on to find out. </p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-highlights-from-warren-s-letter">Highlights from Warren’s Letter</h2> 
<p>Dated December 18, 2023, Senator Warren expressed reservations about the trend of cryptocurrency groups hiring former defense and national security officials. She believes this could complicate efforts to regulate cryptocurrencies, especially concerning potential misuse for funding activities linked to terrorism.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">This makes me angry. <a href="https://t.co/qvgbb9P6ZV">pic.twitter.com/qvgbb9P6ZV</a></p>— David "JoelKatz" Schwartz (@JoelKatz) <a href="https://twitter.com/JoelKatz/status/1737162576314970581?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2023</a>
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<p>While Senator Warren suggested a connection between cryptocurrencies and Hamas, her claim has been contested. Elliptic, an analytics firm, has stated that there’s no significant evidence to support such allegations. Additionally, Warren referenced a past case involving <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/binance-and-former-ceo-changpeng-zhao-reach-historic-2-7-billion-settlement-with-cftc/">Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao’s </a>handling of suspicious transactions.</p> 
<p>Also Read: <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/warrens-aml-crusade-in-crypto-can-it-beat-the-11-330-bill-passing-odds/">Senator Warren Wages War on Crypto, Bitcoin Dips 5%: What Next?</a></p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-the-crypto-industry-reacts">The Crypto Industry Reacts </h2> 
<p>Coin Center, a crypto advocacy group, publicly rebutted the allegations, insisting that advocating against what they perceive as unconstitutional legislative proposals is a fundamental right. Jerry Brito, Executive Director of Coin Center, branded the Senator’s letter as a “<a href="https://twitter.com/jerrybrito/status/1737119021483557347">bullying publicity stunt</a>.”</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">She says the public “deserves transparency” but the implication of that view is that nonprofits deserve no privacy from government intrusion. Surely she would see the problem in this if a right-wing senator sent as bullying a letter demanding ‘transparency’ from a progressive…</p>— Jerry Brito (@jerrybrito) <a href="https://twitter.com/jerrybrito/status/1737119025174372514?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2023</a>
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<p>The term “revolving door” was used by <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/cracking-down-on-crypto-elizabeth-warren-leads-senators-in-push-for-stricter-cryptocurrency-reguation/">Senator Warren</a> to describe the transition of government officials to the private sector, which she deems an “appalling misuse” and indicative of significant gaps in U.S. ethics laws. In contrast, Kristin Smith of the Blockchain Association highlighted the group’s commitment to constructive engagement with policymakers in Washington.</p> 
<h2 class="wp-block-heading" id="h-a-call-for-clear-regulation">A Call for Clear Regulation</h2> 
<p>Prominent crypto figure Adam Cochran shared his perspective, highlighting the need for clear U.S. regulations. He believes that such regulations will support legitimate businesses while discouraging financial activities in less regulated regions. Cochran emphasized the importance of constructive engagement between the crypto industry and regulators.</p> 
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   <p lang="en" dir="ltr">4/6<br><br>But instead of engage Senator Warren feels its fine to advertise that she is building an "Anti-crypto Army" but treats a lobby organization like criminals for suggesting their "secret weapon" is engaging former regulators to help support the creation of common sense regs. <a href="https://t.co/05XIYzKgjE">pic.twitter.com/05XIYzKgjE</a></p>— Adam Cochran (adamscochran.eth) (@adamscochran) <a href="https://twitter.com/adamscochran/status/1737139295864148472?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">December 19, 2023</a>
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<p>Also Read: <a href="https://coinpedia.org/news/crypto-is-a-threat-out-there-says-us-senator-elizabeth-warren/">Crypto is a New Threat, Claims US Senator Elizabeth Warren</a></p>

Senator Warren Raises Crypto Red Flags, Coin Center Slams It as ‘Publicity Stunt’

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