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title: "Bitcoin hits $82K after Clarity Act clears Senate panel"
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description: "Bitcoin surged to $82,000 following the Senate Banking Committee's approval of the Clarity Act, which is expected to provide clearer regulations and encourage institutional investment. The market saw over $250 million in short positions liquidated, while crypto stocks also increased. The bill will now proceed to the Senate floor, with traders monitoring $80,000 support and potential macroeconomic influences."
datetime: "2026-05-15T06:31:18.000Z"
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# Bitcoin hits $82K after Clarity Act clears Senate panel

Regulatory boost: Bitcoin rallied after the Clarity Act passed the Senate Banking Committee, raising hopes for clearer rules and greater institutional participation. Market reaction: The price hit $82,000 before stalling, with over $250 million in short positions liquidated and crypto-related stocks also rising. Next steps: The bill now moves to the Senate floor, with traders eyeing $80,000 support and potential macro data impacts on momentum.

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