The global financial landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. The recent signing of the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act (GENIUS Act) on July 18, 2025, marks a historic milestone in the United States, the world’s largest economy, embracing regulated private-sector stablecoins over a retail Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). This landmark legislation, coupled with Australia’s forward-thinking Project Acacia, signals a new era of interoperable, efficient, and compliant digital payment systems.
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The GENIUS Act: A Game-Changer for Stablecoins
The GENIUS Act establishes a robust regulatory framework for “payment stablecoins” — digital assets pegged to fiat currencies like the U.S. dollar, backed by 1:1 reserves of low-risk assets such as cash or Treasuries. Key provisions include: