ARK Invest scoops $10M in Bullish as it hits record low amid crypto stock rout

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has publicly opposed a draft Senate bill concerning cryptocurrency, warning that it poses a threat to decentralized finance (DeFi) and tokenized equities, while also indicating potential overreach by the SEC. Senator Cynthia Lummis has suggested that discussions regarding the bill may be postponed.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has publicly rejected the U.S. Senate Banking Committee's latest draft of the CLARITY Act, arguing that it would worsen the regulatory environment for the cryptocurrency industry in the United States. Armstrong expressed concerns about the bill's implications for crypto operations and innovation.

Coinbase has withdrawn its support for a proposed cryptocurrency market structure bill, with CEO Brian Armstrong citing numerous issues with the legislation. This decision reflects ongoing challenges in the regulatory landscape for digital assets.

Bitcoin miner CleanSpark has expanded its operations into artificial intelligence (AI) and high-performance computing (HPC) by acquiring facilities in Texas, a strategic move reflecting a broader trend of companies repurposing their infrastructure away from traditional cryptocurrency mining.

The Zcash Foundation announced the conclusion of an investigation by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), which began with a subpoena regarding certain crypto asset offerings. This decision has led to a 12% increase in the price of Zcash's native token, ZEC, and a 39% surge in trading volume over the past 24 hours.

Strategy (MSTR) stock surged by 10% to over $189 as Bitcoin approaches the $100,000 mark, driven by renewed strength in the cryptocurrency and increased corporate purchases. This rise reflects a growing demand for Bitcoin as a key asset among institutional investors.

CleanSpark's shares have increased as the company expands its artificial intelligence (AI) power capacity in Texas, particularly in the Houston area, reflecting a strategic pivot towards high-performance computing infrastructure.

U.S. bitcoin buyers are currently driving a price rally, reversing a trend observed in late 2025 where the cryptocurrency faced significant declines. This resurgence is linked to the strength of U.S. equities, particularly influenced by the investment strategies of major players like Strategy.