# CLARITY Act Related Articles

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CEO of Solana Policy Institute Assesses Chances of CLARITY Act Passing Before Congressional Elections

The CEO of the Solana Policy Institute, Miller Whitehouse-Levine, stated that the window for passing the comprehensive crypto market structure bill, the CLARITY Act, is almost closed. He estimates only a 10% chance of the bill's approval before the November 2026 Congressional elections. The bill's progress has stalled, with a Senate vote delayed until after the August recess. Whitehouse-Levine noted that advancing legislation becomes increasingly difficult as the current Congressional term nears its end. He explained that new stakeholders realizing the bill might pass have entered the process, complicating negotiations with more parties involved. Given the legislative hurdles, industry experts, including Whitehouse-Levine, are now focusing more on potential rule changes from regulators like the SEC and CFTC as a more feasible path forward for crypto regulation in the US.

cryptonews.ru08/19 22:07

CEO of Solana Policy Institute Assesses Chances of CLARITY Act Passing Before Congressional Elections

cryptonews.ru08/19 22:07

Trump pushes for CLARITY Act passage alongside crypto industry leaders

Former U.S. President Donald Trump, alongside crypto industry leaders like Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong and Gemini founders Cameron and Tyler Winklevoss, is urging Congress to pass the "CLARITY Act" for crypto market regulation. He argues it is necessary for the U.S. to stay ahead of China. The bill, which passed the House in July 2025, is stalled in the Senate over concerns about tokenized securities, stablecoin yields, and potential Trump family conflicts of interest. Armstrong expressed confidence the bill has strong bipartisan support and could secure Senate passage. Trump linked the push to the late Senator Lindsey Graham, a key supporter. The meeting precedes a key CFTC advisory committee meeting on crypto regulation and follows new rule proposals from the SEC aimed at providing regulatory clarity for token issuers.

cryptonews.ru08/19 22:05

Trump pushes for CLARITY Act passage alongside crypto industry leaders

cryptonews.ru08/19 22:05

Ripple's Dual Goal: 'IPO and Clarity Act!' Important Statements from Ripple's CEO and Chief Legal Officer!

Following its prolonged legal battle with the U.S. SEC, Ripple is expanding through partnerships and acquisitions. Regarding a potential IPO, CEO Brad Garlinghouse stated at the 2026 Wyoming Blockchain Symposium that he is "more neutral" on the possibility. He emphasized Ripple is in a strong financial position, having bought back around $3 billion in shares and made $2.5 billion in acquisitions recently, reducing the immediate need for public funding. However, he did not rule out an IPO entirely. On the regulatory front, Ripple's Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty highlighted September 15 as a critical milestone for the U.S. crypto bill, the CLARITY Act. An initial procedural Senate vote on that date will determine the bill's path forward in Congress, requiring 60 votes to advance. Alderoty expressed optimism for its passage but warned that failure to establish clear crypto legislation could drive companies, investments, and innovation away from the United States, costing the country significant economic opportunities. He stressed that regulatory guidance alone is insufficient without a durable legal framework.

cryptonews.ru08/19 16:31

Ripple's Dual Goal: 'IPO and Clarity Act!' Important Statements from Ripple's CEO and Chief Legal Officer!

cryptonews.ru08/19 16:31

Ripple's Dual Goal: "IPO and the Clarity Act!" Important Statements from Ripple's CEO and Chief Legal Officer!

Ripple's CEO Brad Garlinghouse, speaking at the Wyoming Blockchain Symposium in 2026, maintains a neutral stance on a potential IPO, stating the company is financially strong and happy to remain private. He highlighted Ripple's recent $3 billion share buyback and $2.5 billion in acquisitions, supporting the view that an IPO is not a current necessity. Ripple's Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty emphasized the critical upcoming milestone for the CLARITY Act on September 15th, when a key Senate procedural vote will determine its advancement. He expressed optimism for its congressional passage, noting the need for 60 votes, but warned that failure to pass comprehensive legislation could drive innovation and investment out of the U.S., harming job creation and economic growth.

cryptonews.ru08/19 15:21

Ripple's Dual Goal: "IPO and the Clarity Act!" Important Statements from Ripple's CEO and Chief Legal Officer!

cryptonews.ru08/19 15:21

SEC Chairman Promotes Measures to Exempt Cryptocurrencies from Regulation to Bring Issuers Back to the US

On August 18, SEC Chairman Paul Atkins introduced the "Crypto Asset Regulation" as a capital formation policy aimed at reversing what he described as the SEC's previous resistance to crypto capital formation. The proposal includes offering mechanisms, disclosure obligations, and "safe harbor" conditions. Atkins argued that past SEC practices forced issuers offering non-security crypto assets through investment contracts to apply securities rules designed for other markets, creating difficulties that drove activity overseas. He stated that specially crafted exemptions could bring entrepreneurs back to the U.S. while preserving core investor protections. Atkins supported using existing SEC authority but placed higher importance on Congressional legislation, such as the CLARITY Act, for a durable market framework. Commissioner Hester Peirce highlighted the proposal's development through public feedback and staff work, stating clear rules are necessary for building legal products and enabling consistent enforcement. She noted the safe harbor would not suit all business models. Commissioner Ueda emphasized the proposal's predictability, with fixed thresholds and disclosures allowing issuers to assess compliance beforehand. He contrasted this with past enforcement cases that left market participants guessing. Ueda criticized the old approach for depriving entrepreneurs of a viable path to register crypto offerings and sometimes resulting in good-faith actions being met with subpoenas. While investor protection remains part of the policy debate, Atkins, Ueda, and Peirce linked clearer rules to enhanced investor safeguards. The "Crypto Asset Regulation" is currently a proposal, not an active exemption.

cryptonews.ru08/19 07:51

SEC Chairman Promotes Measures to Exempt Cryptocurrencies from Regulation to Bring Issuers Back to the US

cryptonews.ru08/19 07:51

Trump's Initiative to Develop Cryptocurrency Market Regulations by SEC and CFTC Has Stalled

The Trump administration's initiative to have the SEC and CFTC develop rules for cryptocurrency markets has stalled as the key legislative bill, the CLARITY Act, remains stuck in the Senate. Lawmakers have only about 14 working days after their recess to pass the bill before the October elections, but it faces opposition from Democrats seeking stricter anti-money laundering rules and from a lawsuit by CME Group against the CFTC. Republicans have amended the bill to ban officials from issuing cryptocurrencies, but parties disagree on enforcement. As a workaround, the SEC is expected to propose a rule soon exempting some token offerings from securities regulations, while the CFTC plans to discuss cryptocurrencies at an industry event. A White House meeting with crypto industry leaders is also scheduled. However, industry leaders prefer legislation over agency rules, as rules can be challenged in court or revoked by a future administration. The SEC recently canceled a vote on its first official crypto-specific regulation, fearing it could undermine the CLARITY Act's chances. Pressure is mounting on the SEC to finalize rules before Commissioner Hester Peirce, who leads the agency's crypto task force, leaves in 2026. The SEC has also delayed an "innovation exemption" plan opposed by traditional financial groups.

cryptonews.ru08/18 22:26

Trump's Initiative to Develop Cryptocurrency Market Regulations by SEC and CFTC Has Stalled

cryptonews.ru08/18 22:26

SEC proposes new crypto rules in absence of CLARITY Act

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has proposed new rules for crypto asset investment contracts, citing the failure of Congress to pass the CLARITY Act. The rules aim to establish a tailored securities offering regime, allowing entities to raise capital with investor protections. They do not include an expected "innovation exemption" for crypto stocks. The proposal offers exemptions permitting crypto companies to issue up to $5 million in tokens over four years and $75 million in 12 months, with a safe harbor from "investment contract" classification. Issuers must provide financial statements and comply with ongoing reporting. A 60-day public comment period will follow. SEC Chair Paul Atkins stated that while the SEC supports the CLARITY Act, legislation is still needed for durable rules. The announcement preceded a CFTC meeting on crypto regulation. With the Senate in recess, the CLARITY Act faces a tight timeline for a vote before the new Congress is sworn in.

cointelegraph08/18 21:36

SEC proposes new crypto rules in absence of CLARITY Act

cointelegraph08/18 21:36

Why Was the SEC's Major Cryptocurrency Meeting Canceled? Influential Figures Emerge from Behind the Scenes! Here Are the Details

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) abruptly canceled a key Friday meeting that was set to begin formal rulemaking for a new framework called "Crypto Asset Securities." Officially citing "unexpected scheduling issues," reports now suggest Wall Street pressure played a crucial role. Sources indicate the Securities Industry and Financial Markets Association (SIFMA) strongly opposed the SEC creating a structure that would grant crypto companies broad exemptions from existing securities rules. SIFMA reportedly questioned the SEC's legal authority for such a framework and hinted at potential legal action, influencing the decision to delay. This development follows the U.S. Senate's postponement of the CLARITY Act until September. Experts note the situation highlights the ongoing, significant debate over which institution—the SEC or Congress—will define U.S. crypto regulation. It remains unclear when the SEC will reschedule the meeting or if the "Crypto Asset Securities" rulemaking process will continue.

cryptonews.ru08/18 14:05

Why Was the SEC's Major Cryptocurrency Meeting Canceled? Influential Figures Emerge from Behind the Scenes! Here Are the Details

cryptonews.ru08/18 14:05

Data of 54,000 wallet users leaked, Clarity odds just 10%: Hodler’s Digest, Aug. 16

Galaxy Digital has slashed the odds of the CLARITY Act passing in 2026 from 75% to just 10%, citing limited Senate session days. If it fails, the SEC and CFTC plan to issue their own crypto rules, though an SEC meeting was abruptly cancelled. High-profile meetings at the White House are planned to discuss the bill. Amid growing hack fears, crypto companies are urging AI labs to grant developers early access to advanced AI models for cybersecurity, following a $116M Coldcard wallet theft. Data breaches at Trezor and SafePal have exposed over 54,000 users' personal information. The CFTC is clashing with states over regulating prediction markets like Kalshi, ordering it to ignore a New York restraining order to maintain a national market, while a Washington state judge ruled against it. The Ethereum Foundation is revising its post-quantum plan, moving away from the Poseidon hash function, and scoping its next major upgrade, Hegotá, for next year. Tether received its first full clean audit opinion from KPMG, showing reserves exceeding liabilities by $6.814 billion. Marketwise, major cryptos saw weekly declines. Predictions include a possible Bitcoin bottom in October, while analysts dispute the feasibility of BTC reaching $1M by 2030. Glassnode notes Bitcoin is in its longest capitulation phase since FTX's collapse. Three men were charged for an alleged Bitcoin kidnapping plot in Missouri.

cointelegraph08/17 00:06

Data of 54,000 wallet users leaked, Clarity odds just 10%: Hodler’s Digest, Aug. 16

cointelegraph08/17 00:06

Roman Storm Accuses Google and OpenAI in Connection with U.S. Department of Justice Ruling on Cryptocurrency Case

Roman Storm, founder of the cryptocurrency anonymization protocol Tornado Cash, convicted in August 2025 for conspiracy to operate an unlicensed money-transmitting business, has accused Google and OpenAI of facilitating North Korea's nuclear program. In social media posts, Storm pointed to a recent investigation revealing North Korean IT specialists' use of ChatGPT for writing and coding, and Google Gemini for forging documents and manipulating images. He argued that, under the same legal logic the U.S. Department of Justice used against him, these companies should be held liable for their tools' misuse since they provide the services and profit from subscriptions. Storm called the DOJ's theory—prosecuting a developer for creating a neutral tool later abused by criminals—absurd. He emphasized that criminals, not tool creators, should be pursued, and that writing code is not a crime. The Tornado Cash verdict sets a negative U.S. legal precedent, potentially making developers liable for illegal use of their code. Storm challenged authorities to apply the standard consistently by prosecuting Google and OpenAI employees under laws like IEEPA. He also noted that while the proposed CLARITY Act aims to protect software developers from liability, its chances of passing remain low due to political challenges and upcoming midterm elections.

cryptonews.ru08/16 20:53

Roman Storm Accuses Google and OpenAI in Connection with U.S. Department of Justice Ruling on Cryptocurrency Case