Donald Trump‘s election win is expected to impact the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies, with industry experts advocating for clear, global policies to support mainstream crypto payments.
With the potential for regulatory change under Trump’s administration, experts tell Benzinga that clear regulations and technological advancements are essential for building consumer trust and expanding the utility of crypto in daily transactions.
What Experts Say
Azeem Khan, co-founder of MorphL2, highlights the growing interest in stablecoins as a major development in crypto payments, especially in high-inflation regions like Argentina.
In Buenos Aires, Khan noted, stablecoins like Tether (CRYPTO: USDT) are widely used in everyday transactions, with some businesses offering discounts for USDT payments.
“People are naturally gravitating toward stablecoins for both payments and savings,” Khan said.
He explained that stablecoins offer a reliable alternative to volatile local currencies, especially in economies facing inflation.
However, Khan stressed the need for thoughtful global legislation to solidify this trend. “The critical next step is driving sensible global legislation with policymakers,” he said, adding that with U.S. regulatory changes on the horizon, the timing for international regulatory cooperation may be ideal.
According to Khan, crypto adoption could benefit from regulatory models led by specific countries, which other nations might adopt if they prove effective.
Petr Kozyakov, CEO of payments infrastructure platform Mercuryo, echoed the call for regulatory clarity, noting that many governments are focusing on consumer protection and anti-money laundering (AML) measures as crypto gains traction.
He pointed to the European Union’s recent adoption of the Markets in Crypto Assets (MiCA) framework, which aims to standardize regulations across member states, as a step toward balanced oversight.
“Global regulations around crypto are shifting towards greater consumer protection and AML measures,” Kozyakov explained.
He added that in the U.S., regulations targeting stablecoins and crypto exchanges represent a move toward creating clear frameworks for crypto use in payments.
Kozyakov also emphasized the importance of simplified tax treatment for crypto transactions, especially when conversions …
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