Crypto executives say years of regulatory uncertainty have cost the U.S. billions in investment and innovation as the Clarity Act moves closer to becoming America’s first major crypto market structure law.
Murtuza MerchantMay 14, 2026
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Murtuza is a seasoned finance journalist with extensive experience covering cryptocurrencies and blockchain technology. He has contributed to Benzinga and Cointelegraph, among other publications, reporting on emerging trends, the regulatory landscape, and more. Find him at @murtuza_merc on Twitter and mmerchant001 on Telegram.
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