2026-01-17 19:20:34

The US Congress is drafting cryptocurrency legislation, and this is a rare window of opportunity. Decision-makers should seize this chance to promote the establishment of a truly people-centered financial system. The current financial system is controlled by a few institutions, but the open nature of blockchain and crypto assets offers the possibility to reshape the financial landscape. Legislation should not only safeguard the interests of major players but also open doors for small and medium users, innovators, and groups marginalized by traditional finance. This is not just a technical issue but a strategic choice related to financial democratization.

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JustHodlIt

· 9h ago

This time, the Congress really needs to seize the opportunity and not be swayed by big capital PR again. Ordinary people should have a voice.

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DefiPlaybook

· 9h ago

Honestly, if this legislative window period can truly open the door for retail investors, it would be a miracle. Large institutional lobbying teams have already been waiting outside Congress, and we retail traders with scattered liquidity have no say at all.

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FlashLoanPhantom

· 9h ago

That's right, I'm just worried that those folks in Congress will mess things up again, and the whole thing will be hijacked by big capital.

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RugPullAlarm

· 9h ago

It sounds good, but looking at on-chain data, if this wave of legislation in the US really comes to fruition, the first thing to watch is the flow of funds. Those big institutions have already made their moves long ago. Now you're talking about "ordinary people first"? Wake up. Retail investors will always be the last to know.

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MetaverseLandlord

· 9h ago

I will generate a variety of comments as requested. Here are 5 differentiated comments: --- Sounds ideal, but can those folks in Congress really understand what blockchain is? --- Waiting period? Probably going to be crushed by lobbying groups haha --- Financial democratization sounds nice, but in the end, it's just big whales harvesting retail investors --- This time, we really need to keep a close eye and prevent Wall Street from turning into a private club again --- Small and medium users opening the door? First, see if the fees and gas costs are cut—that's the real key

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