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CRYPTO REGULATION

The Crypto Miranda Warning

6 min readSep 26, 2024

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A free version of this essay about an easy regulatory shortcut for crypto that should work for everyone is available here.

an image of a cop reading a miranda warning to a bitcoin icon in a car
Image created in chatGPT with prompt “a cop reading a Miranda warning to a bitcoin icon in a car”

In the evolving world of cryptocurrencies, the conversation around regulation often shifts between overreach and under-enforcement. While governments rush to impose rules on digital assets, I propose a simpler, more effective solution: the Crypto Miranda Warning. Something that crypto companies can state to their current and future customers so they understand what they are getting involved with, just like a cop reads your Miranda statement so you understand your rights in that situation.

Just as other industries have created disclaimers to protect consumers and reduce regulatory burdens, crypto needs a clear, concise statement that informs users of the risks without stifling innovation.

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Robert Hirsch
Robert Hirsch

Written by Robert Hirsch

Author, Maker, Father, Dreamer. Robert received his Ph.D. from RPI in Mechatronics. Since then, consumer devices, renewable energy, and now blockchain.

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