#CryptoClarityAct The Crypto Clarity Act, formally known as the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act of 2025, aims to provide regulatory clarity for digital assets in the US. Here's what you need to know¹ ² ³:
- *Key Provisions:*
- Defines regulatory jurisdiction between the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC)
- Establishes clear categories for digital assets, including:
- *Digital Commodities*: Regulated by the CFTC, examples include Bitcoin and Ethereum
- *Digital Asset Securities*: Regulated by the SEC
- *Permitted Payment Stablecoins*: Subject to a tailored dual-oversight regime
- Introduces new registration requirements for digital asset intermediaries
- Provides legal certainty for developers and investors
- *Impact:*
- Expected to encourage institutional participation and innovation in the digital asset market
- May lead to increased regulatory clarity and consistency
- Could position the US as a leader in global digital asset regulation
- *Status:*
- Passed the House of Representatives with bipartisan support on July 17, 2025
- Now heads to the Senate for review and potential amendments
- Future uncertain, with some lawmakers expressing concerns over reduced SEC authority
The CLARITY Act represents a significant step towards establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for digital assets in the US. Its passage in the House is seen as a major win for the crypto industry, but its future in the Senate remains uncertain.
