This is the first time Harris has spoken publicly about cryptocurrency since becoming the Democratic presidential nominee, while her Republican rival, Donald Trump, is also courting the support of the crypto sector. There has been speculation in the industry about whether Harris will adopt a different stance on cryptocurrency compared to President Joe Biden, who some view as less favorable to the industry.
In August, Brian Nelson, Harris' senior campaign adviser, suggested that Harris would back certain crypto policies if she won the November election, but also emphasized the need for regulatory measures, citing the bankruptcy of multiple companies in the sector. Unlike Trump, Harris has not yet presented detailed crypto-related policies. Meanwhile, Trump, who delivered the keynote speech at this year’s Bitcoin conference, pledged to replace Gary Gensler, the head of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Last week, Trump made headlines by buying a burger with bitcoin at a New York City restaurant, highlighting his support for cryptocurrency.
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