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Key Points: Texas has legalized gold and silver as legal tender for daily transactions. The Texas Bullion Depository will facilitate this new financial move. The legislation might pave the way for future blockchain and crypto integrations. Governor Greg Abbott of Texas signed a bill making gold and silver legal tender for everyday transactions across the state. “Today, Texas is reclaiming financial independence by recognizing gold and silver as legal tender for daily transactions. This law empowers Texans to engage in commerce with true, sound money.” — Governor Greg Abbott Source Texas Moves to Gold and Silver for Public Transactions Governor Greg Abbott’s legislation designates gold and silver as legal tender for daily transactions in Texas. Authored by State Representative Mark Dorazio, House Bill 1056 enables gold and silver usage through the Texas Bullion Depository. The bill primarily affects precious metals, allowing Texans to use gold and silver in transactions. The Texas Comptroller’s Office oversees management of this initiative, with a debit card system planned to facilitate transactions. The legalization is celebrated by some grassroots movements advocating financial autonomy. Abbott emphasized the empowerment of Texans, engaging in commerce with sound money. However, broader reactions from cryptocurrency communities are limited at this stage. Impact on Financial Systems and Crypto Integrations Did you know? Utah’s 2011 Legal Tender Act recognized gold and silver but saw minimal overall market impact, showing historical precedent for limited adoption. PAX Gold (PAXG) is trading at $3,304.40, with a market cap of approximately $907.30 million. Despite a 1.65% rise over 60 days, it experienced a 2.26% decline over the past week, according to CoinMarketCap at 08:20 UTC on June 30, 2025. PAX Gold(PAXG), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 08:20 UTC on June 30, 2025. Source: CoinMarketCap The Coincu research team highlights the potential for integration between precious…

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