US Senators Advance SAFE Crypto Act to Bolster Fraud Protections

Published at 2025-12-17 09:45:11

Senators unveiled and advanced the bipartisan SAFE Crypto Act, a bill designed to combat rising cryptocurrency fraud by establishing a dedicated federal task force. The measure seeks to improve interagency coordination, centralize investigative resources, and set clearer enforcement priorities for cases involving scams, thefts, and illicit token offerings.

If enacted, the SAFE Crypto Act could strengthen consumer protections and give prosecutors and regulators a more consistent framework for pursuing bad actors across exchanges, custodians, and decentralized platforms. Supporters say the task force would speed investigations and bring greater accountability, while industry participants should expect increased compliance scrutiny. The proposal now moves through the Senate process, where it will face committee consideration and potential amendment before any final vote.

Share on:

Related news

Kraken Becomes First Crypto Firm With Direct Fed Payments Access

Kraken is the first digital-asset firm granted direct access to the Federal Reserve’s primary payments system, enabling direct USD settlement and faster bank-grade transfers. The move marks a milestone in institutional integration and could reduce settlement friction for crypto markets.

Russia Mulls Legal Framework for Stablecoin Payments, Bans Crypto Payments

Russian authorities are considering legalizing payments with fiat‑pegged stablecoins while moving to prohibit traditional cryptocurrencies for payment use. Stablecoin transactions could be governed by a dedicated legal framework to follow broader crypto legislation.

Published at 2026-03-04 11:01:08
Binance Seeks Five More APAC Licenses in Major Asia Push

Binance plans to secure five additional operational licenses across the Asia-Pacific by the end of 2026, intensifying its regional expansion and regulatory engagement. The move follows the exchange's broader strategy to normalize local operations and grow product access.

Published at 2026-03-04 08:00:10
Trump Urges Banks to Back GENIUS Act, Calls Weakening 'Unacceptable'

Donald Trump urged banking groups on March 3 to “strike a favorable deal” with the crypto industry and warned any effort to weaken the GENIUS Act is “unacceptable.” His intervention raises political pressure as lawmakers negotiate the stalled bill.

Published at 2026-03-04 01:30:55
SoFiUSD Comes to Mastercard Network for Stablecoin Settlements

SoFi and Mastercard will support settlement in SoFiUSD across Mastercard’s global payments network, marking a move to integrate regulated U.S. dollar stablecoins into mainstream card infrastructure. The integration aims to speed settlement and expand on‑ramp/off‑ramp options for merchants and payment providers.

Published at 2026-03-03 18:15:27