Senate CLARITY Act Vote Fails, Bitcoin Drops 3%
CLARITY Act failed to progress in the Senate after Democrats and Republicans failed to reach a compromise. Bitcoin dropped 3% as the vote failed.
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Articles by Melker Bengtsson
Senior Reporter · Joined 2020
Covers Crypto Regulation, Crypto Business and Market Updates.
Melker Bengtsson is a Swedish writer with 10+ years of experience in cryptocurrencies, investing and personal finance. He holds a BSc in Finance from the University of Gothenburg.
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