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Image: crypto.newsCLARITY Act Weekend Vote Fades as Senate Holds Off Procedural Steps
According to reporting by crypto.news published on August 6, 2026, the CLARITY Act's prospects for a weekend Senate vote diminished after congressional leadership declined to take procedural actions to advance the crypto market structure bill. Senate Majority Leader John Thune did not file cloture for the measure, opting instead to prioritize funding measures, nominations, and the Protect College Sports Act. Prediction markets adjusted the probability of passage in 2026 downward, while lawmakers continued behind-the-scenes negotiations. This reporting is not officially confirmed by legislative leadership.
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crypto.newsCLARITY Act Weekend Vote Fades as Senate Holds Off Procedural Steps
According to reporting by crypto.news published on August 6, 2026, the CLARITY Act's prospects for a weekend Senate vote diminished after congressional leadership declined to take procedural actions to advance the crypto market structure bill. Senate Majority Leader John Thune did not file cloture for the measure, opting instead to prioritize funding measures, nominations, and the Protect College Sports Act. Prediction markets adjusted the probability of passage in 2026 downward, while lawmakers continued behind-the-scenes negotiations. This reporting is not officially confirmed by legislative leadership.
crypto.newsZeus Wallet Takes Infrastructure Offline Following Cybersecurity Incident
According to reporting by crypto.news, Zeus Wallet has taken its infrastructure offline following a cybersecurity incident, with the platform stating that customer funds are safe while it conducts a comprehensive audit. These claims are not officially confirmed by independent investigators.
crypto.newsBlockchain.com secures definitive Cayman Islands VASP custody licence following conditional approval
According to reporting by crypto.news, Blockchain.com has secured a definitive Virtual Asset Service Provider custody licence from the Cayman Islands Monetary Authority, expanding its regulated crypto services after meeting all licensing conditions on July 22. This reporting remains not officially confirmed by an official or first-party source.
crypto.newsDOJ Charges Few and Far NFT Startup Founder in $10M Case
According to media reporting by crypto.news, federal prosecutors in Manhattan charged Few and Far founder Taj Tarsha with securities and wire fraud over an alleged $10 million NFT fundraising scheme, which remains not officially confirmed by a judicial verdict.
crypto.newsBitget Signs Bhutan Agreement to Pursue Crypto License in GMC
Crypto.news reports that Bitget has signed a cooperation agreement with Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City Authority (GMCA) to establish a local presence and pursue a Financial Services Licence under the city’s virtual asset framework. The agreement remains subject to regulatory approvals and outlines plans for local entity establishment, license applications, and ecosystem collaboration. This development is not officially confirmed by any regulatory body or first-party source.
theblock.co via LBankChainalysis Reports Over $30 Million Stolen in Violent 2026 Crypto Attacks as France Emerges as Hotspot
According to blockchain analytics firm Chainalysis, violent criminals have stolen more than $30 million in cryptocurrency through mid-2026, with France becoming a major epicenter following tax-agency data compromises. These allegations remain not officially confirmed by independent law enforcement bodies.