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>>The crypto market structure legislation has reportedly been delayed by several weeks.

The crypto market structure legislation has reportedly been delayed by several weeks.

crypthub

1/22/2026, 8:50:16 AM

Legislative Delay

The Senate Banking Committee has shifted its focus to housing legislation, pushing the CLARITY Act’s consideration back to late February or March. The crypto bill was already delayed after Coinbase withdrew support over stablecoin yield issues. Sources say the postponement could last weeks to months, stalling any imminent regulatory action.

Political Dynamics

The bill seeks to delineate SEC and CFTC authority over digital assets, but Democrats and banking lobbyists demand limits on stablecoin yields to prevent deposit flight. With U.S. savings rates at 0.61% versus 5% yields on stablecoins, the debate pits bank profits against saver interests. Republican Senator John Boozman introduced a supplemental proposal, while President Trump discussed a Greenland framework with NATO, opting against threatened tariffs.

Market Reaction

Crypto market capitalization rose slightly to $3.1 trillion after the news, though no major shifts occurred. Bitcoin rebounded to $87,300, briefly touching $90,000 in Asian trading, before settling around $89,800. Ether regained the $3,000 level, and other coins such as XRP, Monero, and Cantor saw modest gains.