The U.S. House Financial Services Committee, led by the Republican Party (Financial Services GOP), will hold a hearing next week to discuss the cryptocurrency market structure bill, known as CLARITY. This hearing marks a significant step in the ongoing efforts to establish clear regulatory guidelines for the rapidly evolving digital asset industry in the United States. Elinor Terrett, host of Crypto in America, first reported the upcoming hearing. Prominent figures in the crypto space are set to testify, including Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse, Blockchain Association CEO Kristin Smith, and Chainalysis CEO Jonathan Levin. Their testimonies will likely focus on the need for regulatory clarity, innovation, and consumer protection within the crypto ecosystem. The hearing is expected to cover key issues such as the classification of digital assets, the roles of different regulatory agencies, and the prevention of illicit activities. The insights shared by these industry leaders will be crucial in shaping the future of crypto regulation in the U.S. ```

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