By 2026, cryptocurrency is legally recognized in the U.S. with clear rules for stablecoins, Bitcoin, and bank participation. New laws ended regulatory chaos and empowered consumers to own and use crypto without fear.
In 2025, the U.S. passed landmark laws that legally recognized cryptocurrency, ending years of regulatory chaos. Stablecoins are now regulated, banks can custody crypto, and users have clear rights - here's what changed and what comes next.