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Bitcoin ETF demand weakens despite CLARITY Act policy win
Bitcoin ETF outflows reached $648.6 million days after the CLARITY Act advanced, turning a policy win into a test of institutional demand.
Liam 'Akiba' Wright 6 min read
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