{"id":14964,"date":"2025-07-14T11:32:36","date_gmt":"2025-07-14T11:32:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/xcoins.com\/?p=14964"},"modified":"2025-07-14T11:33:00","modified_gmt":"2025-07-14T11:33:00","slug":"this-week-in-crypto-news-bitcoin-122k-genius-act","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/xcoins.com\/en\/blog\/this-week-in-crypto-news-bitcoin-122k-genius-act\/","title":{"rendered":"This Week in Crypto News (July 14th-20th, 2025): Bitcoin Hits $122K as Genius Act Set to Be Signed"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The crypto market is starting the week on a high, both in price action and political momentum. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.reuters.com\/business\/bitcoin-crosses-120000-record-high-2025-07-14\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Bitcoin surged past $123,000<\/a> on Monday, while U.S. lawmakers dive into <\/span><b>Crypto Week<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, a lineup of bills and hearings expected to shape the regulatory future of digital assets. Here\u2019s what\u2019s moving the markets \u2014 and what it could mean for crypto investors.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><b>1. Crypto Week Begins in Washington: Spotlight on the Genius Act<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">This week, all eyes are on Washington as lawmakers kick off a series of hearings and legislative efforts dubbed <\/span><b>Crypto Week<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. Leading the charge is the <\/span><b>Genius Act<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, which is expected to be signed into law in the coming days. The bill provides a long-awaited framework for <\/span><b>stablecoin regulation<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, while also explicitly banning the creation of a U.S. <\/span><b>central bank digital currency (CBDC)<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The <\/span><b>Genius Act crypto bill<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> represents a rare moment of bipartisan agreement in Congress and signals a shift toward clearer, innovation-friendly oversight in the U.S. digital asset space.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">For a full breakdown of what the bill includes \u2014 and why it matters \u2014<\/span> <span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">check out our <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/xcoins.com\/en\/blog\/genius-act-crypto-stablecoin-regulation\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">detailed guide on the Genius Act and stablecoin regulation<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How this could affect crypto investors:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Regulatory clarity around stablecoins could drive increased institutional adoption.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The ban on a U.S. CBDC may ease privacy concerns, potentially encouraging more retail participation.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The act could set a precedent for future crypto-friendly legislation in other regions.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>2. Bitcoin Starts the Week Above $123,000<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/xcoins.com\/en\/buy-crypto\/bitcoin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> opened Monday with strong momentum, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/cointelegraph.com\/news\/btc-price-in-crisis-mode-at-123k-5-things-bitcoin-this-week\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">trading at around <\/span><b>$123,000<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">. The rally follows continued inflows into crypto ETFs, upbeat macro sentiment, and rising retail interest.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Despite some analysts warning BTC may be \u201coverextended,\u201d others believe the current strength could push the price toward the next key psychological level of <\/span><b>$130,000<\/b><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> \u2014 especially if dovish policy signals emerge later in the week.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How this could affect crypto investors:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Strong BTC performance may pull altcoins higher, creating broader short-term opportunities.<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Continued ETF inflows and bullish sentiment could spark new buying activity.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">A price breakout above $125K or $130K might accelerate institutional positioning.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>3. What Else to Watch This Week?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Beyond Bitcoin\u2019s price and the Genius Act, several other events could shape the week for crypto markets. <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/economictimes.indiatimes.com\/news\/international\/us\/what-is-crypto-week-what-to-expect-in-bitcoin\/articleshow\/122394464.cms?from=mdr\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Additional bills under review<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> could touch on issues like DeFi oversight, crypto tax reform, and ETF approval streamlining.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">The combination of legislative clarity and strong market fundamentals may create a fertile environment for continued growth \u2014 if no negative surprises emerge.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><b>How this could affect crypto investors:<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Progress on tax reform or ETF regulation could reduce friction for both retail and institutional investors.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Positive sentiment from Crypto Week may act as a catalyst for price rallies across major tokens.<\/span><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"><br \/>\n<\/span><\/li>\n<li><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">U.S. leadership in crypto regulation could influence global policy trends, especially in Europe and Asia.<\/span><\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<h3><b>Ready to Act?<\/b><\/h3>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">If you\u2019re looking to capitalize on this momentum, now\u2019s a great time to explore your options. Xcoins recently added <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/xcoins.com\/en\/buy-crypto\/polkadot-coin\/\"><b>Polkadot (DOT)<\/b><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to its portfolio \u2014 available alongside <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/xcoins.com\/en\/buy-crypto\/bitcoin\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Bitcoin<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><a href=\"https:\/\/xcoins.com\/en\/buy-crypto\/ethereum\/\"><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Ethereum<\/span><\/a><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, and more. Whether you&#8217;re buying for the first time or topping up, our platform makes it simple, fast, and secure.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Plus, when you buy \u20ac300 or more in crypto, you\u2019ll receive a premium bonus \u2014 just our way of helping you get more from every purchase.<\/span> <a href=\"https:\/\/instantpay.xcoins.com\/en\/signup\"><b>Sign up<\/b><\/a><b> or<\/b><a href=\"https:\/\/instantpay.xcoins.com\/en\/login\"><b> log in<\/b><\/a><b> now to get started.<\/b><\/p>\n<p><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Don\u2019t forget to follow us\u00a0 on <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/x.com\/realxcoins\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">X<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.linkedin.com\/company\/realxcoins\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">LinkedIn<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">,<\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/t.me\/+xM6srewYFFA2NGNk\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Telegram<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">, <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.instagram.com\/xcoins.hq\/\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Instagram<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> and <\/span><\/i><a href=\"https:\/\/www.facebook.com\/xcoinsofficial\"><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\">Facebook<\/span><\/i><\/a><i><span style=\"font-weight: 400;\"> to stay updated with breaking crypto news, market insights, and key developments as they happen.<\/span><\/i><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>The crypto market is starting the week on a high, both in price action and political momentum. 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