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International Business Times
International Business Times
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Marvie Basilan

EXPLAINED: Evolving position or damage control gary gensler affirms bitcoin is not a security | Rare Historical Photos

Gary Gensler on Thursday affirmed that Bitcoin isn't a security, but he rejected the notion that he is "warming up" to top cryptocurrencies. (Credit: AFP)

KEY POINTS

  • Kernen said he thinks Gensler is 'warming up' to 'top tier crypto'
  • Gensler denied, but said he and his predecessor at the SEC have said $BTC isn't a security
  • Back in 2021, Gensler recognized Bitcoin as a 'a digital, scarce store of value'
  • His comments were made after multiple GOP and Dem lawmakers grilled him at a House hearing

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler has been under extreme pressure in recent days following Wednesday's scathing hearing at the House Financial Services Committee.

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