Because bitcoin is so easy to use and setup, it will be hard to enforce strict licensing. It will just be a fee to make up for the fees the banks don't get anymore. Eventually, market forces will drive down the fee into oblivion.
Exactly my thoughts. I don't think they are concerned with mining operations per say; more in ensuring big exchanges are playing by the rules. This seems fair in my opinion; it does remove some more speculation; albeit introducing more at the same time... yes confusing.