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Banks move as stablecoins grow in battle to defend digital dollars

U.S. financial firms are preparing a joint payments infrastructure that would let bank deposits be transferred directly on blockchains, as stablecoins expand. The Clearing House is pushing a system for 24-hour clearing and settlement of tokenised deposits, linking blockchain transactions to existing fiat networks such as RTP and CHIPS. The push is supported by regulatory distinctions between stablecoins and tokenised deposits, while banks focus on preventing deposit outflows.

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CLARITY Act passage odds fall from 75 percent to 60 percent on Senate schedule, stablecoin issues

The odds of the U.S. Congress passing the CLARITY Act in 2026 have fallen to 60 percent from 75 percent, reflecting a tighter Senate calendar and delays tied to ethics and illicit finance issues. Galaxy Digital lowered its forecast, citing limited time before the August recess and the need for 60 Senate votes. Disputes over stablecoin rewards and unfinished work to merge committee revisions also weigh on progress.

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Progress on U.S. CLARITY Act but 60 votes in full Senate uncertain

The U.S. Senate Banking Committee approved the CLARITY crypto market structure bill by 15 to 9, with two Democrats joining Republicans. Support in the full Senate remains uncertain as those Democrats set conditions tied to ethics language. U.S. banking groups also urged changes to stablecoin provisions, warning of regulatory loopholes. The bill must be reconciled with another Senate version and needs at least 60 votes in the full chamber.