@maximiliand7

In 2025, crypto industry lobbying spending soared to $150 million, a 50% increase, driven by regulatory battles. The primary focus is stablecoin legislation, with 40% of funds targeting bills to exclude algorithmic stablecoins like DAI, amid U.S. lawmakers’ concerns over systemic risks. Another 30% pushes for tax clarity, as 35% capital gains taxes in India and elsewhere drive user outflows. ETF approvals for altcoins like Solana, with $600 million pending, consume 20% of lobbying efforts, aiming to replicate Bitcoin ETF success. The remaining 10% addresses anti-money laundering rules, as mixers face sanctions. This spending reflects a maturing industry seeking legitimacy, but critics argue it prioritizes profit over user privacy, potentially alienating 20% of grassroots advocates by 2026.

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