Senate passes stablecoin framework in major crypto milestone

Jun 18, 2025 - 02:00
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Senate passes stablecoin framework in major crypto milestone
The Senate on Tuesday passed legislation creating a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins in a major milestone for the crypto industry.  Lawmakers voted 68-30 to pass the GENIUS Act, which seeks to establish rules of the road for the dollar-backed cryptocurrencies. It marks the first time that major crypto legislation has cleared the upper chamber.…