We view the U.S. Senate Banking Committee’s decision to cancel the crypto market-structure markup as a temporary setback, one that reflects the complexity of jurisdictional boundaries rather than a reversal of regulatory momentum.

While the delay may initially weigh on institutional confidence by extending uncertainty, it also underscores the need for continued collaboration between policymakers, regulators, and industry participants to arrive at a durable framework that supports innovation in digital assets.

In the near term, this pause could lead to modest liquidity fluctuations as market participants wait for clearer signals.

That said, it also creates an opportunity for regulated platforms like Bitget to double down on investor education, risk management tools, and compliance-first infrastructure, helping attract more cautious capital that prioritizes transparency and long-term participation over short-term speculation.

Looking ahead to 2026, broader market sentiment is likely to tilt toward cautious optimism, particularly if industry leaders continue pushing for bipartisan progress on market structure and oversight.

A more deliberate regulatory path, while slower, ultimately strengthens confidence, improves market depth, and positions crypto to play a more central role in the global financial ecosystem as clarity gradually comes into focus.

Gracy Chen, CEO at Bitget

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