Crypto's Wall Street Push Suffers Setback as Bill Fails
Bitcoin dropped as much as 5.3% to below $75 000 after the bill failed in a procedural vote.

Bitcoin fell as much as 5.3% to below $75,000 after a crypto-related bill failed a procedural vote, signalling continued regulatory uncertainty for digital assets seeking broader integration with traditional finance. The setback may delay institutional adoption pathways in the US, with potential knock-on effects for African crypto markets and fintech firms that rely on US regulatory clarity for cross-border operations.
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