#asknostr Is there anything in the GENIUS act as passed that hurts BTC/Stablecoins or that puts a moat around the banking industry? I of coursed consulted the AI overlords, but I wanted to see if there were any insights from the community.
For those curious, here's what AI spit out:
"Prohibitions on Bitcoin/Stablecoins: No provisions prohibit the use or adoption of Bitcoin or stablecoins; the act regulates payment stablecoins, potentially enhancing adoption through legal clarity.
Regulatory Framework: Payment stablecoin issuers must be subsidiaries of insured depository institutions, federal-qualified nonbanks, or state-qualified issuers (≤$10B), with 1:1 reserves, monthly disclosures, and redemption policies.
Bitcoin Impact: Bitcoin, as a non-stablecoin, is unaffected but subject to a Treasury study on non-payment stablecoins, assessing risks and benefits without imposing restrictions.
Banking Industry Advantages: Banks may have a competitive edge due to existing regulatory status, easing compliance for stablecoin issuance via subsidiaries.
Nonbank Competition: Nonbanks can issue stablecoins if qualified, with similar reserve and AML requirements, supported by anti-tying and affiliate transaction guardrails to ensure fair competition.
Competition with Banking System: Stablecoins can compete with banks in payments (e.g., remittances, digital transactions); no explicit prohibitions hinder their ability to challenge traditional banking services.
Market Dynamics: Issuer qualifications and regulatory costs may favor larger players, potentially limiting smaller innovators and concentrating market power.
Monetary Policy: The 1:1 reserve rule prevents money creation, but widespread stablecoin use could affect money velocity or Federal Reserve control, requiring monitoring.
Global Implications: The act may strengthen the dollar’s global role via regulated stablecoins, but strict rules could push innovation offshore."
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