U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has strongly urged the Senate to pass the crypto Clarity Act following a delayed vote, emphasizing national security and American leadership in digital assets.
Republican Senator Cynthia Lummis criticized Democrats ahead of the upcoming Senate vote on the crypto Clarity Act, warning that failure to pass the bipartisan legislation could stall digital asset regulation for years.
The National Sheriffs’ Association has withdrawn its opposition to the crypto Clarity Act, adopting a neutral stance as a Senate vote approaches this month to establish a digital asset regulatory framework.
U.S. Representative French Hill stresses the need for bipartisan support to pass the cryptocurrency Clarity Act before the September 15 vote, highlighting remaining discussions over ethics provisions.
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins anticipates the Clarity Act will be approved by the Senate this month, positioning the United States to become the crypto capital of the world with a new regulatory framework.
BlackRock's research evaluates Bitcoin's impact on a diversified 60/40 portfolio, showing that a 1% to 2% allocation improves risk-adjusted returns and Sharpe ratios even after significant price drawdowns.
U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has strongly urged the Senate to pass the crypto Clarity Act following a delayed vote, emphasizing national security and American leadership in digital assets.
Jack Dorsey’s Block has applied for a U.S. banking charter with the OCC to establish Builders Bank & Trust, N.A., aiming to provide federally regulated custody and fiduciary services for Bitcoin and stablecoins.
Steak 'n Shake reports double-digit same-store sales growth, reaching a 19% gain this quarter, attributing its commercial success to accepting Bitcoin payments via the Lightning Network and adding cryptocurrency to its strategic reserve.
Iran is reportedly utilizing bitcoin and local exchanges to bypass international sanctions, stabilize its struggling economy, and finalize cross-border payments, with subtle encouragement from its central bank.
VerifiedX has initiated a $15 million financing round backed by Cantor Fitzgerald to deploy institutional Bitcoin infrastructure, expand custody partnerships with BitGo, and support native Bitcoin yield tools.