The US Senate Banking Committee delays crypto market structure legislation markup hearings until early 2026, aiming for bipartisan clarity in the digital asset industry. Midterm elections in 2026 could further hinder the process, disappointing some in the crypto industry hoping for regulatory progress in 2025.

Uncertainty looms over the timeline for markup hearings in 2026 as Congress shifts focus to funding the federal government after the holiday break. Crypto markets took a hit on Monday, with a 3.6% decline and around $150 billion exiting the space in a matter of hours, causing Bitcoin to drop nearly $5,000.

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