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Image: crypto.news via LBankCLARITY Act Delay Raises Risks for US Crypto Sector, Lawmaker Warns (Not Officially Confirmed)
According to LBank News, Florida Representative Mike Haridopolos has warned that ongoing delays in the Senate’s consideration of the CLARITY Act could drive US crypto businesses and investments overseas. Senate leaders have prioritized other legislative matters, and the bill requires at least eight Democratic votes to advance. These developments are not officially confirmed. The report highlights concerns about regulatory clarity and the potential impact on the US crypto market.
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crypto.news via LBankCLARITY Act Delay Raises Risks for US Crypto Sector, Lawmaker Warns (Not Officially Confirmed)
According to LBank News, Florida Representative Mike Haridopolos has warned that ongoing delays in the Senate’s consideration of the CLARITY Act could drive US crypto businesses and investments overseas. Senate leaders have prioritized other legislative matters, and the bill requires at least eight Democratic votes to advance. These developments are not officially confirmed. The report highlights concerns about regulatory clarity and the potential impact on the US crypto market.
CoinDeskRussia Publishes Draft Digital Depository Rules Ahead of Crypto Framework Roll-Out
CoinDesk has reported that the Bank of Russia has released draft regulations for digital depositories, requiring digital asset platforms to maintain up to $2.8 million in liquid capital. These proposals, which are not officially confirmed, are part of a broader regulatory framework expected to take effect in September. The rules aim to extend existing securities market regulations to digital assets, introducing tiered capital requirements based on the services provided. The draft is open for public assessment and has not yet been finalized.
CoinDeskZcash Seals $1.7 Billion Shielded Pool After Ironwood Upgrade: Orchard Bug Reported, Not Officially Confirmed
CoinDesk has reported that Zcash activated its Ironwood upgrade, sealing the Orchard shielded pool which held approximately 3.66 million ZEC, valued at about $1.7 billion. The upgrade was prompted by the discovery of a previously undisclosed bug in Orchard’s proof circuit, which could have enabled the creation of counterfeit ZEC without onchain traces. The Ironwood upgrade introduces a turnstile mechanism that restricts withdrawals to the amount verifiably deposited, aiming to prevent any unaccounted coins from leaving the pool. These developments are not officially confirmed and remain based on media reporting.
crypto.news via LBankReported: Saylor Warns Internal Rule Changes Are Bitcoin’s Gravest Threat, Not Officially Confirmed
According to a report by LBank News, Michael Saylor has publicly warned that internal changes to Bitcoin’s consensus rules represent its most significant risk, surpassing threats from external competitors or governments. Saylor’s statements, as reported and not officially confirmed, highlight concerns that proposals such as BIP-110 could undermine block-space scarcity and miners’ fee revenue. He advocates for maintaining Bitcoin’s neutrality and simplicity at the protocol level, emphasizing that corporate and developer actions should focus on security and restraint. Strategy, alongside eight other firms, has pledged $15 million to support Bitcoin security research, but the implications of these reported warnings remain subject to further verification.
The Block / ShutterstockBank of Russia drafts rules for organized crypto trading and digital depositories
The Bank of Russia has published draft requirements for organized digital-asset trading, exchange rulebooks, pricing records and digital depositories as lawmakers build a domestic regulated market.
crypto.news via LBankCLARITY Act Passage Odds Drop as Senate Delays Vote: Not Officially Confirmed
According to reporting by LBank News and crypto.news, the probability of the CLARITY Act passing in 2026 has fallen sharply, with Polymarket traders now estimating only a 34% chance. The Senate's decision to prioritize other legislative matters has delayed the bill's progress, and bipartisan support remains uncertain. These developments are not officially confirmed and rely on media reporting rather than direct statements from lawmakers or regulators. The ongoing regulatory uncertainty is affecting both market sentiment and legislative prospects for US crypto regulation.