Bitwise CIO Hougan revises Clarity Act outlook, says crypto bull market may continue without legislation

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Bitcoin climbed above $80,000 in early September despite declining odds of the legislation passing this year, Hougan noted.

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1. The BlockPrimary source · Supports · EN · 100%
   Bitwise CIO Hougan revises Clarity Act outlook, says crypto bull market may continue without legislation ↗Sep 17, 2026, 6:19 AM

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1. September 17, 2026 at 6:19 AMFirst reported

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