California Lawmaker Adds Bitcoin and Crypto Rights To Digital Assets Bill

California Lawmaker Adds Bitcoin and Crypto Rights To Digital Assets Bill

A Californian lawmaker has added Bitcoin (BTC) and crypto rights to the amended Assembly Bill 1052 (AB1052) to recognize digital assets as a payment method, secure self-custody, and protect investors. Related Reading: Dogecoin Not Part Of D.O.G.E Plans, Clarifies Elon Musk California Adds Bitcoin Rights To Digital Asset Bill California’s Banking and Finance Committee chairman, […]


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