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Harris signals support for a safer business environment for digital assets

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Vice President Kamala Harris has recently indicated her support for creating a safer business environment for digital assets, signaling a potential shift in her stance on cryptocurrency. During a speech in Pittsburgh, she emphasized the importance of maintaining the United States’ dominance in blockchain technology and included digital assets among the innovative technologies she aims to promote.

This development comes as part of Harris’s broader strategy to engage with the rapidly growing cryptocurrency sector, which has been a contentious topic in U.S. politics. Her campaign has released a policy document advocating for the encouragement of technologies like artificial intelligence and digital currencies, countering previous perceptions that she might favor stricter regulations. This pivot aligns with comments made by industry leaders, such as Mike Novogratz, who predicted that Harris would embrace cryptocurrency to remain politically relevant, especially given the increasing popularity of digital assets among Republican constituents. Harris’s recent fundraising events have also highlighted her commitment to fostering a supportive environment for the crypto industry, indicating a strategic move to attract voters who prioritize innovation and economic growth in this sector.

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