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The American Bankers Association is intensifying its advocacy for stricter stablecoin regulations in the Senates Digital Asset Market Clarity Act. They warn that the current version could entice crypto firms to offer yields that could divert funds from insured bank deposits, threatening financial stability and lending for homes and businesses. Bank trade groups view yield-bearing stablecoins as deposit competitors, while crypto and fintech players emphasize faster payments and innovative online money management. This debate has already delayed other bills like the GENIUS Act and could impact broader crypto legislation. Senator Bernie Moreno has criticized the banking industry for acting in panic, while banks fear a loss of funds used for mortgages and loans. The Senate Banking Committee is set to release updated text as early as Monday, with amendments on Tuesday, ahead of Thursdays markup. ABA economists have countered a White House study, arguing that stablecoins could surge from three hundred billion dollars to two trillion, increasing pressure on banks. Despite past compromises on rewards versus interest, the lobbying continues, setting the stage for a tense week that could influence how digital dollars compete with traditional banking.

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