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Federal Reserve’s Incoming Chair Warsh Signals Hawkish Stance Amid Bitcoin Rally
Markets & Macro

Federal Reserve’s Incoming Chair Warsh Signals Hawkish Stance Amid Bitcoin Rally

Bitcoin surged toward $80,000 as Kevin Warsh prepares to lead the Federal Reserve, signaling steady inflation control but cautious optimism for digital assets.

Gaza Flotilla Activists to Be Released from Israeli Detention Ahead of Deportation
Defense & Security

Gaza Flotilla Activists to Be Released from Israeli Detention Ahead of Deportation

Two activists detained during Israel’s interception of a Gaza-bound flotilla will be released from custody and deported following legal challenges by their home countries and human rights groups.

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Directs US Negotiations from Hidden Location
Defense & Security

Iran’s Supreme Leader Mojtaba Khamenei Directs US Negotiations from Hidden Location

Despite serious injuries and secrecy surrounding his whereabouts, Iran’s new supreme leader Mojtaba Khamenei is actively guiding negotiations with the US and influencing the country’s war strategy.

Kraken’s Parent Seeks Federal Trust Charter to Expand Regulated Crypto Custody Services
Crypto & Fintech

Kraken’s Parent Seeks Federal Trust Charter to Expand Regulated Crypto Custody Services

Payward, Kraken’s parent company, filed for a National Trust Company charter with the OCC to offer federally regulated custody services for digital assets to institutions and individuals.

Wall Street’s Entry Into Bitcoin Does Not Threaten Its Resilience, CEO Affirms
Corporate Power

Wall Street’s Entry Into Bitcoin Does Not Threaten Its Resilience, CEO Affirms

Despite growing involvement of major financial institutions in Bitcoin trading, Strike’s CEO insists this trend does not undermine Bitcoin’s foundational value or long-term success.

China Confirms On-Site Support to Pakistan During 2025 India Air Conflict
Trade & Tariffs

China Confirms On-Site Support to Pakistan During 2025 India Air Conflict

China officially acknowledged its direct operational support to Pakistan on Pakistani air bases during last year’s India-Pakistan aerial clashes, revealing deployment of Chinese engineers in combat zones.

Strong U.S. Jobs Data Raises Rate Hike Odds While Crypto Gains Hedge Appeal
Markets & Macro

Strong U.S. Jobs Data Raises Rate Hike Odds While Crypto Gains Hedge Appeal

Robust U.S. employment figures boost expectations of Federal Reserve rate hikes in 2026, yet crypto markets continue to attract capital as an inflation hedge.

Bollinger Bands Creator Signals Bullish Turn for Bitcoin Amid $100,000 Speculation
Crypto & Fintech

Bollinger Bands Creator Signals Bullish Turn for Bitcoin Amid $100,000 Speculation

John Bollinger’s trading model flips bullish on Bitcoin following a key Bollinger Bands breakout, prompting renewed bets on a potential rise toward $100,000.

Legal Challenges Mount Against Trump-Era Tariffs but Administration Pushes Forward
Trade & Tariffs

Legal Challenges Mount Against Trump-Era Tariffs but Administration Pushes Forward

The U.S. courts have repeatedly struck down tariffs imposed under the Trump administration, yet officials remain committed to enforcing these unpopular trade measures despite legal setbacks.

Understanding the Fed’s Next Era: Insights from Key Players Behind Black Wednesday
Markets & Macro

Understanding the Fed’s Next Era: Insights from Key Players Behind Black Wednesday

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and Fed Chair Kevin Warsh, both connected to the Black Wednesday legacy, could reshape U.S. monetary policy with a shared vision on rates and inflation.