MoonPay Backs Coinbase’s Stand With Crypto Initiative
In a move aimed at advancing cryptocurrency adoption and regulation, MoonPay, a cryptocurrency payment firm, has made an undisclosed donation to Coinbase's nonprofit crypto advocacy project, Stand With Crypto.
MoonPay CEO Ivan Soto-Wright announced the contribution on May 13, stressing the importance of the upcoming U.S. election in shaping the regulatory landscape for the cryptocurrency industry. He highlighted the responsibility of individuals to support elected officials in creating a clear regulatory framework that encourages innovation while safeguarding consumers.
The donation follows shortly after Stand With Crypto unveiled its political action committee (PAC), allowing its approximately 450,000 members to contribute to candidates running in the 2024 U.S. elections. The PAC aims to endorse and support candidates who advocate for the rights of crypto enthusiasts, with over $86 million already collected, according to its website.
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Coinbase launched the Stand With Crypto project in November 2023, seeking to engage with financial regulatory authorities in the United States amid increasing scrutiny. The crypto exchange has been embroiled in legal battles, including a lawsuit filed by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) alleging violations of federal securities laws.
Despite these challenges, Coinbase has intensified its efforts to support cryptocurrency-friendly politicians, marking a significant development in its engagement with politics. CEO Brian Armstrong previously emphasized Coinbase’s apolitical stance, prioritizing its mission over unrelated political causes or candidates.
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