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Vitalik Buterin, co-founder of Ethereum, publicly criticizes the recent renewal of FISA Section 702, raising concerns over the implications for privacy and the cryptocurrency sector. The U.S. Senate passed the renewal 60-34, extending the legislation for two years.
Senate Debates, Buterin Warns of Privacy Risks
During intense debate, the Senate saw a division among its members, with some pushing for stricter personal data protections. Despite these efforts, the renewal was approved just as the previous law lapsed.&nbsp;
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 This is bad. Crypto is not just about trading tokens, it's part of a broader ethos of protecting freedom and privacy and keeping power in the hands of the little guy. And these values unfortunately continue to be under attack, globally. <a href="https://t.co/iFM932IBP6" target="_blank" data-wpel-link="external" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow">https://t.co/iFM932IBP6</a>— vitalik.eth (@VitalikButerin) <a href="https://twitter.com/VitalikButerin/status/1781712882645795202?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw" target="_blank" rel="noopener noreferrer nofollow" data-wpel-link="external">April 20, 2024</a>
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The law continues to allow warrantless surveillance, primarily targeting foreign individuals but also affects Americans whose communications might be intercepted incidentally.
Buterin emphasized that the lack of substantial enhancements in privacy protections could erode trust within the crypto community. The crypto industry, valuing encryption and anonymity, could face increased governmental oversight, potentially altering how cryptocurrencies operate globally.
As the bill moves to President Joe Biden for his signature, the ongoing discourse highlights the struggle to balance national security interests with protecting individual privacy rights. The outcome will likely influence national security practices, digital currencies’ future landscape, and their governance.
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Vitalik Buterin Voices Concerns Over FISA Section 702 Renewal

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