The U.S. House of Representatives has voted to advance the GENIUS bill, which aims to establish a regulatory framework for stablecoins, alongside the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act for broader crypto regulation. The vote came after a contentious procedural week, and the bills could be heading to President Trump's desk soon. No Democrats supported the measures, with concerns raised about potential overreach and privacy implications.
Analysts predict that Bitcoin's price could reach $200,000 by the end of 2025, driven by factors such as supportive regulations, increasing interest from traditional investors, and potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts. Key developments include the introduction of stablecoins and a surge in corporate adoption of Bitcoin as an asset.