# Bessent sees crypto as a new tool to keep the U.S. dollar on top

https://mins.news/en/item/118078

- CoinDesk, 2026-10-27 20:41 UTC
- Economy
- Original: https://www.coindesk.com/policy/2026/10/27/treasury-s-bessent-sees-crypto-as-america-s-next-tool-for-keeping-the-u-s-dollar-on-top

> Speaking at Ripple’s conference, U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said crypto could help preserve the dollar’s leading position. He said SEC and CFTC action may fill the gap left by the Clarity Act’s failure while curbing crypto debanking.