Bitcoin news today brings a mix of policy moves, ETF numbers, and a new plan to protect Bitcoin from future computing threats. Asset manager Grayscale says it backs the CLARITY Act. The firm
Bitcoin news today brings a mix of policy moves, ETF numbers, and a new plan to protect Bitcoin from future computing threats.
Asset manager Grayscale says it backs the CLARITY Act. The firm noted the bill may soon clear the Senate if lawmakers settle a few last issues.
This bill could set clearer rules for digital assets in the United States. Many in the industry see it as a step toward less confusion for crypto firms.
Japan is moving closer to allowing spot Bitcoin ETFs. Regulators may approve these products for listing as early as 2028.
The timeline is not fixed. It depends on regulatory progress, product reviews, and tax reform still being worked out.
On July 15, Japan's Diet passed a law to move BTC and about 105 other cryptocurrencies out of the Payment Services Act. These assets will now fall under the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act.
This change removes a major legal wall that kept crypto funds off the Tokyo Stock Exchange. It opens the door for new listed products tied to digital assets.
Big Japanese firms are already getting ready. SBI Holdings and Nomura are both preparing digital asset products for this shift.
Japan also plans to change how crypto profits are taxed. Right now, gains can be taxed as miscellaneous income at rates up to 55%. The new plan would apply a separate filing rate of about 20.315% instead.
According to SoSoValue data, BTC spot ETFs saw a total outflow of $225.18 million yesterday.
Not every fund lost money. Morgan Stanley's ETF, ticker MSBT, had the highest net inflow of the day at $5.01 million. Its total historical net inflow now stands at $400.23 million.
On the other side, BlackRock's IBIT saw the largest daily outflow, losing $202.48 million. Even with that outflow, IBIT's total historical net inflow remains far ahead at $60.61 billion.
Here is a quick look at the numbers:
Metric
Value
Total daily net outflow (all BTC spot ETFs)
$225.18 million
Highest daily inflow
MSBT, $5.01 million
MSBT total historical inflow
$400.23 million
Highest daily outflow
IBIT, $202.48 million
IBIT total historical inflow
$60.61 billion
Total net asset value (all Bitcoin ETFs)
$78.82 billion
ETF net asset ratio vs Bitcoin market cap
6.03%
Historical cumulative net inflow
$51.63 billion
As of publication, BTC spot ETFs hold a total net asset value of $78.82 billion. That equals about 6.03% of Bitcoin's total market cap. The historical cumulative net inflow across all funds has reached $51.63 billion.
Why are Strategy and BlackRock forming a Bitcoin security group?Strategy and BlackRock have joined seven other firms to launch the Bitcoin Security Consortium. The group wants to protect Bitcoin from future quantum computing threats.
Other founding members include Fidelity Digital Assets, Coinbase, and Blockstream. Together, the group has pledged $15 million over the next three years for developer funding and security research.
Post-quantum cryptography will be the group's first priority. This type of research looks at building encryption that can resist attacks from powerful future quantum computers.
Quantum computers do not yet pose a real threat to Bitcoin's network. Still, industry leaders say early preparation matters, since cryptographic upgrades often take years to test and roll out safely.
What does this mean for the wider crypto market?Taken together, this Bitcoin news shows movement on three fronts: US policy, Japanese regulation, and long-term network security.
None of these changes happen overnight. The CLARITY Act still needs Senate approval. Japan's ETF path stretches out to 2028. And quantum research is a multi-year effort.
For now, ETF flows show a mixed but active market, with big managers like BlackRock and Morgan Stanley still central to daily trading activity.
Disclaimer: This article is for informational purposes only and does not constitute financial, investment, or legal advice. Cryptocurrency markets are volatile and involve significant risk. Always conduct your own research and consult a licensed financial advisor before making investment decisions.
