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Coinbase CEO Says Crypto Is 'Updating the Financial System' as Trump Pushes CLARITY Act
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Fusion42 · 28 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong highlights the upcoming CLARITY Act vote expected to clarify crypto regulations in the US, positioning blockchain as integral to updating the financial system beyond Bitcoin. He also emphasises crypto's role in enabling economic freedom and anticipates AI agents driving demand for new financial infrastructure supporting machine-to-machine payments.
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You must track the CLARITY Act vote as it opens up clearer regulatory paths for crypto in the US, reducing uncertainty for fintech startups building blockchain solutions. AI-powered financial tools will quickly need crypto rails to handle machine payments, making you a potential early mover in this niche.
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