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Passing the Clarity Act is Critical for U.S. Bitcoin and Crypto Sovereignty

U.S. Treasury: Passing the Clarity Act is Critical for U.S. Bitcoin and Crypto Sovereignty Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent recently pressed lawmakers to act on stalled crypto and bitcoin legislation, saying the United States must secure clear market structure rules before the end of the spring legislative window. In an interview from Fox News’ Sunday Morning Futures, Bessent said that the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act — commonly referred to as the Clarity Act — is essential to the future viability of bitcoin and digital asset markets in the U.S. Bessent told host Maria Bartiromo that the recent volatility and developments…

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Here’s What They’re Doing Next

Ethereum ($ETH) now trades below the average entry levels of both accumulation addresses and exchange-traded fund (ETF) holders, leaving a significant portion of major holders underwater. Yet current data points to continued structural commitment rather than broad exit activity, suggesting that capital remains engaged despite the drawdown. Ethereum’s Decline Pushes Major Buyers Into Unrealized Loss Territory Ethereum has extended its losses in 2026, shedding more than 30% year-to-date amid a broader crypto market downturn. The second-largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization fell below the $2,000 level last week. Although it briefly recovered that mark, the rebound proved short-lived, and $ETH has…

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SafeMoon founder Braden Karony sentenced to 100 months in prison for crypto fraud

Braden Karony, former CEO of SafeMoon, has been sentenced to 100 months in federal prison for his role in a crypto fraud involving the project’s liquidity pool. A jury convicted Karony of securities fraud, wire fraud, and money laundering after prosecutors showed he misappropriated investor funds while claiming they were “locked.” Karony personally withdrew over $9 million in crypto and engaged in manipulative trading to boost the price of the SFM token. The funds were taken from wallets portrayed as untouchable. U.S. District Judge Eric Komitee handed down the sentence in the Eastern District of New York after a hearing…

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Why Selective Disclosure Matters for Blockchain Adoption in Japan

Japan’s blockchain endeavours have taken on a more practical tone over the past couple of years, with major institutions now assessing where the technology genuinely fits into day‑to‑day financial and industrial workflows. Some of the clearest signals are coming from the banking sector. In late 2025, the Japanese government confirmed its support for a project led by the country’s three largest banks to issue stablecoins for payments and settlement, under the oversight of the Financial Services Agency. It’s a revealing direction. The work is centred on moving money and settling trades, not chasing volatility. That caution comes from experience. Large…

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Tom Lee says stop timing the bottom and start buying the dip

HONG KONG — Thomas Lee, chief investment officer of Fundstrat and chairman of ether treasury firm BitMine Immersion (BMNR), said that investors should focus less on timing the exact low and start looking for entries in a keynote speech at Consensus Hong Kong 2026 on Wednesday. "You should be thinking about opportunities here instead of selling," Lee said. $BTC has suffered a 50% drawdown from its October record highs, its worst correction since 2022. On Wednesday, bitcoin fell back below $67,000, giving up some of the bounce from last week's crash lows. After managing a rapid reversal above $72,000 from…

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Ripple CLO Stuart Alderoty Confirmed for Critical White House Talks

Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty has been confirmed as a key attendee at a high-stakes meeting at the White House today. During the meeting, top-tier crypto executives and banking giants aim to hash out the contentious issue of stablecoin yields. Alderoty has joined representatives from Goldman Sachs, JPMorgan, Coinbase, a16z, and other financial heavyweights. The goal is to break the deadlock that has stalled the progress of the much-talked-about crypto legislation. The yield issue Whether or not stablecoin issuers and exchanges should be permitted to offer interest-like "yields" to holders remains the most hotly debated issue. Traditional financial institutions,…

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TON Pay aims to turn Telegram into a crypto checkout layer for TON

The Open Network Foundation has launched $TON Pay, a new payments software development kit (SDK) designed to make cryptocurrencies usable for everyday consumer transactions within the Telegram ecosystem. In a Monday release shared with Cointelegraph, the product is positioned as a simple, wallet-agnostic payment layer that allows merchants and Mini App developers to accept crypto directly through Telegram, aiming to turn the app into a hub for seamless blockchain-based commerce. According to the $TON Foundation, $TON Pay provides developers with a single software kit that integrates with Telegram Mini Apps, removing much of the friction associated with managing wallet infrastructure,…

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Ethereum price prediction as exchange supply shrinks by 220K ETH

Ethereum price is testing a key demand zone as more than 220,000 $ETH leaves exchanges, tightening liquid supply during a sharp market pullback. Summary Ethereum price prediction hinges heavily on $ETH holding the $1,850 demand zone. Exchange reserves have dropped by 220,000 $ETH, while accumulating addresses now hold 27 million $ETH, about 23% of supply. Holding $1,850 could open a rebound toward $2,000–$2,100, while a breakdown risks a move toward $1,750. Ethereum was trading at $1,975 at press time, down 4% in the past 24 hours. The broader trend remains under pressure. $ETH has fallen 12% over the last seven…

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BitGo aims to raise $201 million in IPO targeting $1.85 billion valuation

Crypto custodian BitGo is looking to raise up to $201 million in its public market debut, setting a valuation of approximately $1.85 billion, the midpoint of its offering range. The Silicon Valley-based firm, whose services include self-custody wallets, regulated trust services and prime brokerage, said it plans to sell 11 million shares at $15 to $17 each in the initial public offering, according to an updated filing with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. Another 821,595 shares are offered by insiders. That puts BitGo, which filed to go public in September, in line for $156.4 million in net proceeds if…

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China Bitcoin legalization is priced at 5% but Beijing’s February 2026 Ban 2.0 made one detail brutal

Polymarket traders are pricing the prospect of China legalizing onshore Bitcoin purchases at roughly 5%. At first glance, the number appears dismissive. Still, it raises the question of whether the Chinese government will explicitly permit citizens to convert renminbi into Bitcoin within mainland China by the end of 2026. That distinction matters because the regulatory architecture Beijing recently completed points in the opposite direction. The prediction market asks a binary question: Will the People's Republic of China announce by Dec. 31, 2026, that Chinese citizens can legally buy Bitcoin with yuan within China? The resolution hinges on the announcement itself,…

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