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Ahead of the Federal Reserve’s expected 25 basis point interest rate cut, which is anticipated to be announced in minutes, Kevin Hassett, a figure closely watched by the markets and expected to become the new Fed Chairman, made some very significant and noteworthy statements regarding monetary policy. Hassett, the White House Director of the National Economic Council, said that futures markets were pricing in a 25 basis point cut, which he called “a small step in the right direction.” However, according to Hassett, the Fed’s work is not finished there. In his statements, he indicated that the central bank may…

As Washington races to finalize new rules on stablecoin regulation, Wall Street and the crypto industry are clashing over who should control digital dollars and the yield they generate. Bank of America flags trillions at risk of leaving deposits Yield-bearing designs put bank funding models under pressure Legislative push on stablecoins reaches critical phase Stablecoin regulation debate exposes deeper policy divides Concerns over expanded Treasury oversight Industry support fractures as exchanges push back Outlook for banks, stablecoin issuers and lawmakers Bank of America flags trillions at risk of leaving deposits Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan has warned that stablecoins…

OpenLedger, an AI-focused blockchain network that enables training and deployment of intelligence models, today announced a strategic partnership with TheoriqAI, a decentralized protocol that allows AI agents to collaborate, optimize, and execute on-chain data and financial tasks. Using this collaboration, TheoriqAI utilizes OpenLedger’s AI infrastructure to introduce innovative intelligence capabilities into its AI-driven Web3 platform. Powered by its native THQ token, TheoriqAI runs an on-chain platform designed for building AI agents that operate and collaborate across decentralized platforms. Using tools like Infinity Hub and Infinite Studio, TheoriqAI allows the development of AI-powered DeFi systems that resolve and manage> The OpenLedger…

The Fed, as expected, cut interest rates by 25 basis points. Now all eyes will be on Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell’s press conference, which begins at 22:30 (UTC+3). Here’s Bitcoin’s initial reaction after the decision: In addition: The Fed will begin purchasing Treasury bonds on December 12th. The Fed stated that it will evaluate the magnitude and timing of additional interest rate adjustments. The Fed announced it will purchase $40 billion worth of Treasury bonds within the next 30 days. Among Fed members, there is a significant divide between those who support rate cuts to protect the weakening labor…

The United Kingdom is considering new restrictions that could bar children under 16 from using mainstream social media platforms. The discussion builds on the Online Safety Act, which already requires services with minimum age limits to explain how they enforce them and to use “highly effective” age assurance measures where children are at risk of harmful content. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said he is monitoring how Australia’s under‑16 ban works in practice and is “open” to an Australian‑style approach, despite previously expressing personal reservations about a blanket ban for teenagers. Conservative Party Member of Parliament David Davis said in a…

THORSwap, a renowned decentralized exchange (DEX), has unveiled a new cross-chain integration through the L1 blockchain NEAR Protocol. Specifically, THORSwap is extending the cross-chain trading network by integrating Bitcoin Cash ($BCH) via NEAR Intents, the abstraction layer of NEAR Protocol. As per THORSwap’s official social media announcement, the upgrade provides complete Bitcoin Cash ($BCH) swap support. Hence, this reaffirms the platform’s status as a prominent decentralized alternative to legacy centralized exchanges. 📢@THORSwap now supports Bitcoin Cash cross-chain trading via @NEAR_Intents! 🔥Swap Native $BCH to/from:Bitcoin, Solana, BNB Chain, XRP, Zcash, NEAR Protocol, TRON, Dogecoin, Litecoin, AvalancheEthereum, Base, Polygon, OP Mainnet,Arbitrum, MonadProudly…

Following the Federal Reserve’s announcement of a 25 basis point interest rate cut, in line with expectations, a striking assessment emerged indicating a deepening of disagreements within the institution. Nick Timiraos, known as one of the best readers of the Fed’s internal communications, noted that despite the third consecutive interest rate cut, there was an unusual division among decision-makers. According to Timiraos, Fed officials are seriously divided on the priority order between inflation and the labor market. Therefore, strong signals have been given that the committee’s willingness to continue with interest rate cuts is quite low. As recent statements have…

In today’s newsletter, Michael Carbonara, candidate for the United States House of Representatives, explains how blockchain can provide transparency in government operations. Then, Alec Beckman answers questions on government use cases in Ask an Expert. – Sarah Morton Real-time Government Transparency Requires Blockchain and Clear Rules: Opinion on the CLARITY Act, & Its Direct Impact on the US When people talk about transparency in government finance, they usually mean better reporting standards in integrity, speed, and security. But the deeper problem in the United States is more fundamental: we still lack clear rules about which federal agencies regulate digital assets.…

Conflux Network and AutoStaking have formed a strategic alliance that combines AutoStaking’s intelligent yield optimization technology with Conflux’s powerful Layer-1 infrastructure. They aim to develop creative solutions that will expand the relationship between traditional commerce and decentralized finance. Combining AI Intelligence and Blockchain Scalability AutoStaking makes DeFi simplified with an AI-based wealth manager that can design positions like no other investor’s strategy that would be tailored towards your risk tolerance and deposit choices. Unlike the traditional aggregators, its AI agents simplify the choice of protocols, rebalance a portfolio on a constant basis, and make transactions, which is more efficient and…

Money market traders are pricing in an ECB rate hike in the coming months, ending the period of relatively low rates. On the other hand, Polymarket predictions point to unchanged rates for most of 2026. The credit landscape in 2026 may include ECB rate hikes and an increased economic outlook for the Euro area, after a period of unchanged interest rates and low inflation. On the one hand, money market traders are pointing to a potential hike in 2026, as the Euro area economy is showing signs of a faster recovery. On the other hand, traders are pointing to more…