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TD Cowen Warns Stablecoin Yield Debate Could Delay U.S. Crypto Legislation

Investment bank TD Cowen has highlighted potential political challenges for banks opposing stablecoin yields, suggesting that while banks may struggle to maintain their stance, prolonged disputes could impede U.S. crypto legislation. Jaret Seiberg, Managing Director at TD Cowen, emphasized that the banking sector's resistance to stablecoin yields could be seen as limiting consumer returns, making it politically unsustainable. The ongoing debate may affect the passage of the U.S. Crypto Market Structure Act and the CLARITY Act. Meanwhile, the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) is proposing rules under the GENIUS Act to prohibit stablecoin issuers from paying yields directly to holders. The OCC will evaluate cases individually and has initiated a 60-day public comment period on these rules.