#fed News & Analysis

The Fed is readying to punish banks for holding Bitcoin as US crypto tensions boil over

Fed Set To Review ‘Toxic’ Bitcoin Basel Treatment For Major US Banks

Stock Futures Gain as Oil Retreats from $100 and Bitcoin Surges Above $72,000

U.S. February CPI matches forecasts, reinforcing expectations for no near-term rate cuts

U.S. February CPI data met forecasts, strengthening market expectations that the Federal Reserve will not cut interest rates in the near term. Bitcoin dropped 1.2% to $69,500 following the inflation report, reflecting broader market concerns about prolonged higher interest rates.

Bitcoin Rises as Trump Amplifies Iran Threats, Fed Rate Cut Chances Fall Near Zero

Bitcoin rose above $71K on Tuesday amid escalating tensions as Trump amplifies threats against Iran. The crypto rally faces headwinds as Federal Reserve rate cut expectations drop to near zero, cooling hopes for a broader cryptocurrency breakout.

'No deal with Iran': Trump demands unconditional surrender, sending oil surging, bitcoin and stocks lower

Trump's demand for Iran's unconditional surrender creates geopolitical tensions, driving oil prices higher while pushing bitcoin and stock markets lower. The Fed faces increased uncertainty as employment data weakens while inflation pressures may be intensifying.

Bitcoin and stocks stabilize after early-week slide. The bond market isn’t convinced.

Bitcoin and stocks recovered from earlier weekly declines driven by oil market volatility, while bond markets showed skepticism about the recovery. Rising yields are putting pressure on Federal Reserve rate cut expectations.

Fed clarifies capital rules for tokenized securities, says framework is ‘technology neutral’

The Federal Reserve has clarified that tokenized securities can qualify as financial collateral under existing capital rules, provided they meet the same requirements as traditional securities. The Fed emphasized that its regulatory framework is 'technology neutral,' treating tokenized and traditional securities equally.

White House submits nomination of Kevin Warsh for Fed chair to Senate

The White House has nominated Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve chair, submitting his nomination to the Senate for confirmation. Warsh's potential leadership could represent a shift toward more crypto-friendly monetary policy, with implications for blockchain innovation and regulated cryptocurrency integration in the US financial system.

Arthur Hayes forecasts Fed printing as Trump’s Iran war ramps up. Here’s what that means for the price of Bitcoin

Arthur Hayes predicts that a potential US-Israel conflict with Iran will lead to increased Federal Reserve money printing, which he believes will drive Bitcoin prices significantly higher. The forecast links geopolitical tensions and monetary policy expansion to bullish Bitcoin price action.

Federal Open Market Committee reaffirms its "Statement on Longer-Run Goals and Monetary Policy Strategy"

The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has reaffirmed its Statement on Longer-Run Goals and Monetary Policy Strategy, maintaining its current framework for monetary policy decisions. This signals continuity in the Fed's approach to managing inflation targets and employment objectives.

A16z raise $15B! Jerome Powell vs Trump! Crypto remains flat! Special Guest: Dudas!

Crypto markets remain mostly flat with Bitcoin at $90,600 while Monero hits new ATH at $590. Major developments include A16z raising $15B for AI and crypto investments, Fed Chair Powell facing criminal charges over rate decisions, and VanEck projecting Bitcoin could reach $53M by 2050.

Tokenized Treasuries hit $15 billion as bitcoin stalls, Fed rate-rise concerns build

Senate confirms Kevin Warsh to Fed board ahead of expected Chair vote

Danny Dayan: Recent rate cuts were a policy mistake, unchecked inflation could lead to parabolic rises in risk assets, and the Fed misjudged labor supply dynamics | Forward Guidance

One bank after another scraps Fed rate-cut forecasts. Bitcoin doesn't care.

Iran tensions, oil shortages impact Fed rate cut expectations for 2026

Bitcoin ‘trapped below’ key resistance level as ETF outflows stretch to three days amid Fed split

Ethereum Pulls $1B in Buy Volume on Binance as ETH Drops Below $2,300 Amid Fed Rate Hold

Ethereum (ETH) Faces $2,220 Test as Federal Reserve Maintains Hawkish Stance

BlackRock’s Fawcett sees Fed rate cuts unlikely before December

Powell: US economy growing at ‘solid pace’ despite Iran war energy shock

Fed rate hike odds rise amid memory shortage, energy disruptions

Powell defends Fed autonomy amid political pressure for rate cuts

Bitcoin Dips Under $76K as Fed Holds Rates in Rare 8-4 Split