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Legislative Amendment

Definition

A legislative amendment is a formal change or addition made to an existing law or statute. In the context of digital assets, these amendments are introduced by governmental bodies to adapt current legal frameworks or create new ones specifically for cryptocurrencies, blockchain technology, or related financial activities. Such changes can significantly impact the regulatory landscape, affecting how digital assets are classified, traded, or taxed. They aim to provide legal clarity and oversight for an evolving technological sector.