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Brian Armstrong says CLARITY Act protects consumers

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong urged senators to support the CLARITY Act during an Aug. 20 interview, arguing that permanent legislation could protect crypto users and limit regulatory overreach by future administrations. Summary Senate records schedule the CLARITY Act cloture motion for September 15 at 2:15 p.m. Eastern. Armstrong said statutory crypto rules would protect consumers…

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Treasury Steps In, Bitcoin Wakes Up, and More

Key Takeaways Bitcoin hit nearly $73K after $1.3B in liquidations, strengthening the case that a cycle bottom is forming. Trump’s Aug. 2026 Hyperliquid comments lifted HYPE, easing a key U.S. regulatory overhang. VanEck saw 8 of 12 capitulation signals fire as 356,000 BTC moved, suggesting the 11-month correction may end. Week in review ‘We’re Going…

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Ripple CEO Says Crypto Rules Near Finish After White House Meeting

Key Takeaways Garlinghouse says U.S. crypto rules have never been closer. White House and CFTC meetings brought crypto and TradFi together. The CLARITY Act still faces unresolved disputes in Congress. Garlinghouse Sees White House Shift on Crypto Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse described a significant change in Washington’s treatment of cryptocurrency after joining President Donald Trump,…

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Uber faces fine of nearly $1B over automated driver suspensions

The Dutch Data Protection Authority is fining Uber €825 million (around $966 million) — the second largest penalty issued so far under Europe’s General Data Protection Regulation, according to Reuters. The Dutch regulator was investigating complaints that Uber had deactivated driver accounts through an automated process without sufficient warning or human oversight. In a statement,…

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