The proposed Digital Asset Market Clarity (CLARITY) Act faces delays as the US Senate Banking Committee postponed its markup, initially scheduled for Thursday. This legislative pause follows Coinbase's withdrawal of support for the bill in its current form, which has raised concerns among various financial institutions. David Solomon, CEO of Goldman Sachs, emphasized the significance of the legislation during a recent earnings call, highlighting its implications for tokenization and stablecoins.
Solomon noted that many at his firm are closely monitoring developments related to the bill, acknowledging the uncertainty surrounding its progression. He remarked, “That bill... has a long way to go before that bill is gonna progress.” This statement reflects the growing pressure from banks and cryptocurrency exchanges advocating for amendments that align with their interests, particularly regarding the US Securities and Exchange Commission's (SEC) stance on tokenized equities and stablecoin rewards.
In addition to discussing the CLARITY Act, Solomon revealed that Goldman Sachs is exploring potential business avenues in prediction markets, having met with representatives from notable platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi recently. With Congress needing to address a funding bill by the end of January to prevent a government shutdown, it remains uncertain when the Banking Committee will reschedule the markup for CLARITY.