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Image: crypto.newsCLARITY Act Odds Drop to Record-Low 27% Following Senate Delay, Not Officially Confirmed
According to crypto.news, Polymarket traders reduced the probability of the CLARITY Act becoming law in 2026 to a record-low 27% after the U.S. Senate postponed action on the crypto market structure bill. This assessment is not officially confirmed and reflects market sentiment rather than a verified forecast. The Senate's shift in priorities, ongoing bipartisan negotiations, and unresolved disputes over stablecoin rewards have contributed to growing uncertainty about the bill's legislative prospects.
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crypto.newsCLARITY Act Odds Drop to Record-Low 27% Following Senate Delay, Not Officially Confirmed
According to crypto.news, Polymarket traders reduced the probability of the CLARITY Act becoming law in 2026 to a record-low 27% after the U.S. Senate postponed action on the crypto market structure bill. This assessment is not officially confirmed and reflects market sentiment rather than a verified forecast. The Senate's shift in priorities, ongoing bipartisan negotiations, and unresolved disputes over stablecoin rewards have contributed to growing uncertainty about the bill's legislative prospects.
theblock.co via LBankSolana Policy Institute Urges Senate Action on Clarity Act Amid Tight Legislative Window
According to reporting from The Block, the Solana Policy Institute has sent an urgent letter to Senate leaders, advocating for immediate action on the Clarity Act before the legislative window closes. This push, which is not officially confirmed, highlights the time-sensitive nature of crypto regulation in the United States as election season approaches. The letter emphasizes the need for regulatory certainty for American developers, institutions, and consumers, and is joined by similar appeals from Digital Currency Group. Ethical concerns and safe harbor provisions for non-custodial developers are also central to the debate, but the outcome remains unconfirmed.
crypto.newsBinance App Disappears from Google Play in Selected EU Countries Amid MiCA Compliance Questions: Not Officially Confirmed
According to crypto.news, the Binance Android app has become unavailable on Google Play in certain European Union countries, specifically Spain and Latvia, while remaining accessible in Poland. The situation has prompted speculation about whether the removal is linked to MiCA regulatory requirements, but Binance attributes the issue to Google Play policy updates. The company is reportedly working with Google to resolve the matter, but no official confirmation has been provided regarding the exact cause or affected countries. This report is based on media coverage and is not officially confirmed.
crypto.newsWhite House Teleprompter Operator Departs Amid Trump Speech Betting Investigation: Not Officially Confirmed
According to crypto.news, a White House teleprompter operator, Gabriel Perez, has left federal employment amid allegations of profiting from advance access to President Donald Trump’s speeches by trading on the Kalshi prediction market. The case, not officially confirmed, is under regulatory investigation, with most reported profits frozen and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) continuing its inquiry. The White House has confirmed Perez’s departure but has not clarified whether he resigned or was dismissed. This report is based on media coverage and remains unverified by official sources.
crypto.newsUzbekistan's Beshkala Mining Valley: Reported Regulatory Framework and Incentives for Crypto Mining
According to crypto.news, Uzbekistan has reportedly established the Beshkala Mining Valley across Karakalpakstan, introducing tax exemptions, expanded energy options, and a dedicated regulatory framework to attract licensed crypto mining companies. The initiative, under a presidential resolution effective April 20, is not officially confirmed and aims to integrate mining operations with regional development plans. Licensed miners are required to keep proceeds within Uzbek banks and operate under state supervision. The reported framework offers flexibility in energy sources and financial incentives, but remains unverified by official sources.
decrypt.co via LBankSEC Chair Atkins Signals Readiness to Regulate Crypto if Clarity Act Stalls
According to LBank News, referencing decrypt.co, SEC Chair Paul Atkins stated the agency is prepared to issue its own crypto regulations if the Clarity Act fails to pass the Senate. The Clarity Act, which would assign the CFTC exclusive jurisdiction over digital commodity spot markets, has passed the House and Senate Banking Committee but awaits a Senate floor vote. Atkins emphasized that only a statute can provide lasting regulatory certainty, but the SEC stands ready to act if Congress does not. These developments are not officially confirmed and remain based on media reporting.