Clarity Act Passage Would 'Comfort' Markets Amid Bitcoin Volatility: Treasury Secretary Bessent
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by Logan HitchcockFebruary 13, 2026
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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent has suggested that the passage of the Clarity Act, a proposed legislation aimed at providing regulatory clarity for the cryptocurrency market, could bring stability to markets currently roiled by Bitcoin's volatility. In an interview with CNBC, Bessent emphasized that the bill would offer much-needed "comfort" to the crypto community, which has been grappling with uncertainty and self-induced turmoil. However, he also criticized certain crypto firms, including Coinbase, for opposing the bill, which they view as flawed in its current form. With a 62% chance of being signed into law by 2026, according to prediction markets, the Clarity Act's fate hinges
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Originally published on Decrypt on 2/13/2026