GENIUS Act Ushers New Era for Digital Dollar Stablecoins

馃攼 Digital Dollar Gets Legal

By Frax
Jul 21, 2025, 3:09 PM
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The GENIUS Act has officially become law, establishing the first comprehensive federal framework for payment stablecoins in the United States.​ This landmark legislation creates clear guidelines for digital dollar stablecoins like Frax USD and USDC.​

Key impacts:

  • First clear federal regulations for stablecoins
  • Enhanced security and compliance standards
  • Framework for mainstream financial integration

Circle and Frax are positioning their stablecoins to operate under the new regulatory framework, aiming to provide compliant digital payment solutions.​

Learn more about the GENIUS Act at Circle's overview

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Historic day tomorrow. Frax USD will enter a new phase post-GENIUS legislation. Legal digital dollars are about to take over all of finance!

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馃嚭馃嚫 JUST IN: President Trump says he met with 11 of 12 representatives needed to pass the GENIUS Act in the Oval Office, and after discussion they have all agreed to vote in favor of the stablecoin legislation.

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