U.S. Senate Committee Advances Digital Asset Market Structure Bill on 10 January 2026

On 10 January 2026, U.S. Senate Banking Committee Chairman Tim Scott moved a digital asset market structure bill toward markup, signaling a shift from broad crypto policy debates to concrete regulation. The proposal aims to clarify rules for digital asset markets, reduce legal uncertainty for U.S.-based firms, and lower the risk of sudden regulatory shocks that have historically fueled volatility. Over time, a more predictable framework could support higher liquidity, greater institutional participation, and stronger positioning of the U.S. in the global digital asset landscape.