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THE DAILY INDEX

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SCHUMER, WARREN URGED DEMS TO CHANGE COURSE ON STABLECOIN BILL

Senate Democrats, led by Chuck Schumer and Elizabeth Warren, have withdrawn support for a bipartisan stablecoin bill to negotiate stronger concessions from Republicans, particularly around oversight of foreign issuers like Tether. The move surprised GOP aides and introduced new uncertainty around the bill, though both parties remain hopeful for a revised version that addresses national security and transparency.

U.S. HOUSE INTRODUCES CRYPTO MARKET STRUCTURE BILL

The Crypto Market Structure Bill delineates responsibilities between the SEC and CFTC, introduces stricter definitions like reducing the "affiliated person" threshold from 5% to 1% ownership, and outlines requirements for token listings, disclosures, and consumer protections. Unlike other countries with unified regulators, the US' dual-agency approach has led to jurisdictional competition, complicating crypto oversight. This legislation seeks to resolve these ambiguities and provide a structured environment for crypto regulation.

AN OPEN LETTER TO THE DEMOCRATIC PARTY ON STABLECOINS

Democratic leaders are urged to support stablecoin legislation like the GENIUS Act to appeal to younger, tech-savvy voters who distrust traditional banks. Stablecoins function like on-chain money market funds, offering near-zero fees, permissionless access, integration with U.S. Treasuries, and global financial inclusion. Advocates argue these benefits align with core Democratic values around consumer protection, antitrust, and equity.

CRYPTO MUSIC IS A JOKE

Crypto music projects often fail because they focus on problems like NFTs and fan tokens instead of addressing the industry's real needs, such as boosting ticket, merch, and sponsorship revenue, reducing payout friction, and modernizing publishing. Without support from key stakeholders like labels, venues, and rights organizations, "artist-first" tools remain unused. KYD aims to engage directly with these gatekeepers to drive adoption.

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