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OKX's Rafique Skeptical About Clarity Act's Passage, Sees Bitcoin Already Priced for Optimism
Haider Rafique from OKX expresses doubt about the Clarity Act's passage, suggesting that the optimism surrounding it is already reflected in bitcoin's price.
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FTX's Resilience and the Importance of the CLARITY Act
The CLARITY Act's failure to pass highlights the intersection of traditional finance and digital assets, as discussed by Randi Abernethy.
Mercation Admin6 min - Crypto
Russia Targets Unlicensed Crypto Exchanges Allegedly Tied to Ukraine
Russia's FSB has arrested over 20 individuals linked to unlicensed crypto exchanges, claiming they funneled money from scams to support Ukraine's military efforts.
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Demand for Hardware Crypto Wallets Surges in Russia
Sales of hardware crypto wallets in Russia have surged, with significant year-on-year growth reported by leading retailers amid new regulatory developments.
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Crypto Landscape Remains Resilient Despite Clarity Act Setback
Despite the Clarity Act's failure to gain traction in the Senate, the crypto industry remains optimistic as regulators explore alternative frameworks.
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MyTrade Founder Penalized $10K for Wash Trading 60 Cryptocurrencies
MyTrade's Liu Zhou has been fined $10,000 after pleading guilty to running a wash trading operation that manipulated volumes across 60 cryptocurrencies.
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Senate Delays Clarity Act Vote Until September Amid Democratic Resistance
The Senate has delayed the vote on the Clarity Act until September, as Democrats resist moving forward, complicating the bill's chances ahead of midterm elections.
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Wintermute Secures SEC Approval for Trading Equities and ETFs
Wintermute, a crypto market maker, has received SEC approval to trade U.S. equities and ETFs, signaling a closer integration between crypto and traditional finance.
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Crypto-Related Violent Attacks Exceed $30 Million in 2026
In 2026, cryptocurrency-related violent attacks caused losses over $30 million, with France reporting the highest incidents, as per Chainalysis.
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Ondo Finance Faces Leadership Conflict Following Founder’s Death
A legal battle has erupted at Ondo Finance after the death of founder Nathan Allman, as his mother seeks control over the company amid leadership disputes.
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U.S. Senate Delays Vote on CLARITY Act Until September
The U.S. Senate has delayed the vote on the CLARITY Act until September due to procedural disagreements, with implications for cryptocurrency regulation.
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Senate Delays Vote on Crypto Clarity Act Until September
The U.S. Senate has postponed the vote on the Crypto Clarity Act until September, dimming hopes for its passage this year.
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