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Bitcoin muted at $65k as markets parse U.S. regulations, Iran tensions
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Fusion42 · 21 August 2026 · Fusion42 review
Bitcoin surged to its highest level since June 1 following President Trump's support for crypto and the call for Congress to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, alongside a downturn in U.S. Treasury yields after the Treasury doubled bond buyback operations. Meanwhile, the SEC proposed new crypto regulations to clarify securities registration exemptions for investment contracts involving crypto assets.
This Wire brief sits within Fusion42's coverage of Crypto & Web3.
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Congress is moving closer to passing crypto-specific legislation backed by Trump and regulators, signalling clearer capital-raising paths in the US for crypto startups. You should prioritise engaging lawmakers and preparing for a regulatory framework that will soon redefine market norms.
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