Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill in a win for the crypto industry / The Verge

Tuesday, June 17, 2025, 9:20 pm permalink

The U.S. Senate delivered a knockout punch to crypto skeptics by passing the GENIUS Act in a decisive 68-30 vote. With bipartisan cheer echoing in the chamber, lawmakers have paved the way for a reimagined regulatory framework that’s set to turn the crypto world on its head – because who knew digital money could be this thrilling?

Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill in a win for the crypto industry

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Senate passes GENIUS stablecoin bill, giving crypto industry first major legislative win

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