Coinbase Warns Stablecoin Interest Ban Could Benefit China
A Coinbase executive warned that restricting interest on US-issued stablecoins could weaken US competitiveness as China prepares to allow interest on its digital yuan.
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A Coinbase executive warned that restricting interest on US-issued stablecoins could weaken US competitiveness as China prepares to allow interest on its digital yuan.
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