CoinDesk - 2026-08-19 ​
4 items collected.
1. Bitcoin briefly hits $70,000 for the first time since June. Here is why ​
Author: Helene Braun
Published: 8/19/2026, 10:26:01 PM
Categories: Markets, Bitcoin News, News
The largest crypto asset rose more than 7% on Wednesday after several catalysts sent crypto-related assets higher.
2. HYPE jumps 11% as Trump says CFTC is working to bring Hyperliquid to U.S. ​
Author: Helene Braun
Published: 8/19/2026, 7:49:51 PM
Categories: Markets, Hyperliquid, News
During a White House meeting Wednesday, President Donald Trump said CFTC Chair Mike Selig is working to bring the perpetual futures platform into the U.S. under federal rules.
3. Trump pushes Congress to move on Clarity Act during White House crypto event ​
Author: Jesse Hamilton
Published: 8/19/2026, 7:48:33 PM
Categories: Policy, Donald Trump, Clarity Act, Regulation, Coinbase, Ripple, Gemini, News
The CEOs from companies across several tech-forward sectors met with the president in advance of this week's first Innovation Advisory Committee at the CFTC.
4. Crypto campaign fund Fairshake faces $2 million setback in Florida primaries ​
Author: Jesse Hamilton
Published: 8/19/2026, 6:10:10 PM
Categories: Policy, Election 2026, PACs, News
In a race that drew criticism to crypto's leading political action committee for featuring fake headlines in ads, Fairshake's expensive effort fell short.