U.S. Senate to Review Digital Asset Market Clarity Act on January 15
Written by Ohris M. Greyoon, Blockchain & Crypto Expert
Source: Coinmarketcap
Updated: Jan 11 2026- Legislative Review: The U.S. Senate Banking Committee is set to convene on January 15 to discuss the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, aiming to clarify the regulatory roles of the SEC and CFTC, thereby providing a clearer regulatory framework for digital asset markets.
- Market Impact: The act could establish definitive standards for the oversight of digital commodities versus investment contracts, although no official data indicates a reduction in market manipulation, its goal is to enhance operational standards for market participants.
- Innovation Promotion: Senators Cynthia Lummis and French Hill emphasize that legislative clarity is crucial for fostering innovation, with market experts awaiting the Committee's review to guide future business plans.
- Bitcoin Market Dynamics: Bitcoin is currently priced at $90,662.31 with a market cap of $1.81 trillion; despite a 0.30% increase over the past 24 hours, it has seen a 20.97% decline over the last 90 days, indicating market volatility.
About the author
Ohris M. Greyoon
Ohris M. Greyoon holds a Master’s in Computer Science from MIT and has 10 years of experience in blockchain technology and cryptocurrency markets. A pioneer in decentralized finance (DeFi) analysis, he leads Intellectia’s Crypto News, offering cutting-edge insights into digital assets.
