The GENIUS Act, a landmark bipartisan bill passed by the U.S. Senate, aims to establish a comprehensive federal regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, such as USDC, setting consistent standards for reserve backing, transparency, and consumer protections. This legislation is seen as a critical step toward enhancing the safety and utility of digital dollars, promoting innovation while preserving the strength of the U.S. dollar in the digital age. Key features of the GENIUS Act include federal licensing and oversight, state-federal coordination, requirements for reserves and transparency, consumer protections, and compliance with anti-money laundering and sanctions protocols. The bill prohibits stablecoin issuers from offering yield or interest, distinguishing them from traditional bank deposits and securities, and reinforces the global role of the U.S. dollar in digital finance. Applauding this development, Circle’s Chief Strategy Officer, Dante Disparte, emphasized the importance of bipartisan cooperation and urged the House to expedite the bill's passage to cement U.S. leadership in digital asset technology.