Seeds of Wisdom RV and Economic Updates Tuesday Morning 8-26-25

26/08/2025

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Crypto News: GENIUS, CLARITY, and Anti-CBDC Acts Set for September Senate Vote

The U.S. Congress is advancing multiple pieces of digital asset legislation, setting the stage for a pivotal September in crypto regulation. Following the GENIUS Act’s enactment, three major bills—the CLARITY Act, the Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act, and the Senate Crypto Market Structure Bill—are now awaiting action in the Senate.

GENIUS Act – Stablecoin Oversight in Place

The GENIUS Act, already signed into law by President Donald Trump, establishes the first federal framework for stablecoins. Lawmakers, however, are pushing for stricter anti-money laundering provisions and tighter restrictions on foreign issuers.

Under the legislation, only banks, federally qualified fintech firms, and state-regulated entities meeting strict compliance standards will be authorized to issue stablecoins. The law also mandates enhanced transparency, audits, and anti-financial crime controls.

CLARITY Act – Defining Market Structure

The CLARITY Act seeks to bring order to the digital asset market by:

Defining new asset categories,
Clarifying oversight roles between regulators, and
Providing investor protections.

The Senate Banking Committee aims to finalize the bill by September 30, 2025. Proponents argue that the Act will reduce regulatory uncertainty, foster innovation, and safeguard consumers.

Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act – Blocking Retail CBDCs

The Anti-CBDC Surveillance State Act would prohibit the Federal Reserve from issuing, researching, or building a retail central bank digital currency without explicit Congressional approval. The bill will be debated in the Senate during September as part of a broader financial regulation package.

Senate Crypto Market Structure Bill – Responsible Innovation

Also known as the Responsible Financial Innovation Act of 2025, this bill is expected to move through the Senate Banking Committee by the end of September. Committee Chairman Tim Scott has signaled his intent to advance the SEC-focused provisions of the legislation by September 30, 2025.

Outlook for September

September is shaping up to be a turning point for U.S. digital asset policy. With the GENIUS Act already law and three additional bills nearing passage, Congress is setting a clearer framework for crypto markets.

Investors and stablecoin issuers are closely watching developments, as the outcome will determine which entities can legally issue stablecoins and how the broader digital asset ecosystem will operate under new compliance standards.

@ Newshounds News™
Source: Coinpedia

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Dollar Stability Under Fire as Trump Moves Against Federal Reserve

President Donald Trump’s removal of Federal Reserve Governor Lisa Cook has intensified debate over the U.S. dollar’s reliability as the world’s reserve currency—and raised questions about whether Bitcoin could eventually emerge as an alternative.

Trump’s Move Against the Fed

In a letter released by the White House, Trump accused Cook of making false statements on mortgage agreements and declared her immediate removal.

Cook has refused to step down, stating that “no cause exists under the law” for her dismissal and asserting that the President has “no authority” to remove her.

Dollar Stability in Question

The Federal Reserve’s independence has long been considered the foundation of U.S. monetary strength. Analysts warn that political interference threatens to:

Undermine investor confidence,
Increase volatility in the dollar,
Weaken its reserve status globally, and
Heighten the risk of recession.

Alex Obchakevich of Obchakevich Research argued that politicizing the Fed undermines economic stability and could accelerate the search for alternatives to the dollar.

Bitcoin as a Long-Term Challenger

When asked if Bitcoin could benefit, Obchakevich noted that while it is not yet a near-term replacement, continued instability at the Fed could strengthen Bitcoin’s role as a hedge and erode the dollar’s long-term dominance as the global reserve currency.

Trump’s Broader Clashes with the Fed

This dispute follows earlier confrontations between Trump and Fed Chair Jerome Powell. In April, Trump accused Powell of cutting rates too slowly and suggested firing him—a move that drew sharp criticism from market participants and lawmakers, who warned it would shatter investor confidence.

Outlook

Trump’s unprecedented attempt to remove a sitting Fed governor is likely to trigger a legal showdown and heighten global scrutiny of the dollar. As the world watches, markets are weighing whether this instability will reinforce Bitcoin’s narrative as a politically neutral, alternative store of value.

@ Newshounds News™
Source: Cointelegraph

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RWA and Tokenized Equities: Market Growth Meets Regulatory Caution

Real-world asset (RWA) tokenization and tokenized equities are two of the fastest-growing segments in digital finance, with forecasts projecting multi-trillion-dollar market potential. Yet, alongside the optimism, regulators are warning that risks tied to investor protections, custody, and market integrity must be addressed before mass adoption can take place.

RWA Tokenization on Path to $16 Trillion by 2030

According to the 2025 Skynet RWA Security Report, the global tokenization market could expand to $16 trillion by 2030.

Tokenized U.S. Treasuries are leading adoption, projected to reach $4.2 billion in 2025, driven largely by short-term government bonds.
Institutional investors are exploring tokenization for debt instruments, commodities, private credit, and trade finance, citing advantages in yield generation, liquidity, and operational efficiency.
Money market funds and private credit are emerging as early use cases, with the convergence of traditional finance (TradFi) and decentralized finance (DeFi) providing greater transparency and accessibility.

Challenges remain, including fragmented regulation, cybersecurity concerns, and limited liquidity for secondary trading. Skynet stresses the need for federally chartered crypto banks and licensed custodians to secure institutional trust.

Tokenized Equities Could Hit $1.3 Trillion

Parallel to the RWA trend, tokenized equities are gaining momentum. Platforms such as Robinhood, Kraken, and Gemini now offer tokenized versions of U.S.-traded stocks.

Binance Research estimates the market could reach $1.3 trillion if even 1% of global equities are tokenized.
Current adoption is still limited, with RWA.xyz reporting about $360 million in market capitalization.

However, unlike traditional shares, tokenized equities typically provide only synthetic exposure to stock performance without conferring voting rights or dividend entitlements.

Regulatory Concerns and Calls for Clarity

The World Federation of Exchanges (WFE) has urged regulators to strengthen oversight of tokenized equities, warning that:

Investors may be misled into believing they hold full shareholder rights,
Failures in the sector could damage the reputation of listed companies, and
Broader market confidence could suffer if protections are not reinforced.

In a letter to the SEC, ESMA, and IOSCO, the WFE called for securities laws to be expanded to cover tokenized assets, with clear rules on ownership, custody, and promotion.

Meanwhile, jurisdictions such as Hong Kong, Singapore, and the U.S. are already developing tokenization frameworks that address custody, risk management, and investor protection.

Outlook

Both RWA tokenization and tokenized equities show strong potential to reshape capital markets by blending blockchain-native liquidity with real-world assets. Yet, as regulators emphasize, the path forward requires:

Global regulatory alignment,
Infrastructure investment, and
Transparent investor protections.

If these conditions are met, tokenization could not only reach trillions in value but also establish itself as a transformative force in global finance.