- Emphasis on Coinbase’s unilateral decision affecting the crypto bill.
- Potential White House withdrawal impacts crypto market legislation.
- Brian Armstrong’s stance prompts debate and policy reconsideration.
The White House is considering retracting support for a cryptocurrency bill, citing Coinbase’s actions as disruptive, according to reports from a source close to the Trump administration.
This potential withdrawal impacts legislative progress and highlights tensions between regulators and industry, with consequences for market structure and future regulatory frameworks.
Coinbase Actions Threaten White House Crypto Bill Support
According to a PANews report, a source close to the Trump administration revealed the White House’s possible withdrawal of support for the cryptocurrency market bill if Coinbase does not provide a satisfactory yield agreement. The move follows Coinbase’s unilateral withdrawal from the bill, sparking discontent.
This decision by Coinbase to oppose the CLARITY Act, led by CEO Brian Armstrong, has prompted a delay in the Senate Banking Committee vote. Concerns over privacy and tokenized equities were cited as major factors in the decision.
Brian Armstrong’s action led to notable industry reactions. White House Crypto Czar David Sacks noted on X (Twitter), “Now is the time to set the rules of the road.” Chairman Tim Scott expressed optimism about bipartisan achievements.
Crypto Legislation in Limbo Amidst Market Uncertainty
Did you know? In January 2025, the GENIUS Act was signed by President Trump following his rescindment of a Biden-era policy. This historical precedent indicates a shift towards more crypto-friendly regulations.
Ethereum (ETH) is currently priced at $3,284.51 with a market cap of $396.42 billion according to CoinMarketCap. Recent trading volumes declined by -16.44% over the past 24 hours. Despite a 0.56% drop in the last 24 hours, Ethereum saw a 6.60% increase over a seven-day period.
Ethereum(ETH), daily chart, screenshot on CoinMarketCap at 02:37 UTC on January 17, 2026. Source: CoinMarketCapInsights from the Coincu research team suggest potential regulatory challenges with the White House’s reconsideration potentially affecting future cryptocurrency legislation. Past trends demonstrate market resilience amid policy changes, yet the need for industry consensus remains critical for secure legislative progression.
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