Morning brief: Asian markets fall, US launches new trade probe

Global markets opened Thursday under pressure as rising geopolitical tensions in the Middle East sent oil prices surging above $100 a barrel and triggered a sell-off across Asian equities. The spike in energy costs has revived fears of inflation and tighter monetary policy, while fresh trade developments and movements in digital assets added further uncertainty for investors. дальше »

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Bitcoin Wins AI ‘Best Money’ Vote: Anthropic Leads, OpenAI Lags

Bitcoin emerged as the top “best money” choice in a new Bitcoin Policy Institute (BPI) experiment that asked frontier AI models to behave like autonomous economic agents and pick monetary instruments across thousands of neutral scenarios, a result BPI argues has direct implications for the infrastructure layer of “agentic” commerce. BPI’s study ran 9,072 open-ended […] дальше »

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

Warsh's potential Fed leadership could shift US monetary policy towards embracing blockchain innovation and regulated crypto integration. The post White House submits nomination of Kevin Warsh for Fed chair to Senate appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Rob Hadick: Crypto markets show resilience amid global downturns, geopolitical tensions raise stagflation risks, and confusion over monetary policy reaches new heights | Unchained

Despite global tensions, Bitcoin's resilience hints at a strong long-term future for crypto investments. The post Rob Hadick: Crypto markets show resilience amid global downturns, geopolitical tensions raise stagflation risks, and confusion over monetary policy reaches new heights | Unchained appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Bitcoin To $11 Million By 2036? This AI-Deflation Thesis Is Turning Heads

Joe Burnett, VP of Bitcoin Strategy at Strive (Nasdaq: ASST), is arguing that bitcoin could reach $11 million by the first quarter of 2036, not because it replaces the financial system, but because it becomes the dominant long-duration savings asset in an economy reshaped by AI-led deflation and repeated monetary expansion. дальше »

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Best Crypto to Buy Now: NYDIG Says AI Could Fuel BTC Tailwinds, While XRP Consolidates, HYPE Rallies, and DeepSnitch AI’s $1.8M Presale Fires Up for Launch This March

NYDIG links AI to easier monetary policy for BTC, and DeepSnitch AI is among the best cryptos to buy now in March 2026 for its imminent 1000x launch. дальше »

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AI Agents Show Strong Preference for Bitcoin Over Fiat, BPI Study Finds

Bitcoin Magazine AI Agents Show Strong Preference for Bitcoin Over Fiat, BPI Study Finds AI agents prefer Bitcoin as a store of value and stablecoins for payments, rejecting traditional fiat in controlled monetary experiments. дальше »

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ECB warns stablecoin growth could weaken euro zone monetary policy

A new ECB paper warns stablecoin can disrupt how interest rate decisions flow through Europe’s banking system. дальше »

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Arthur Hayes Projects Iran Escalation Could Trigger Fed Easing and Bitcoin Price Explosion

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Hong Kong, Shanghai authorities to test blockchain for cargo trade data

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority and Shanghai partners will study a blockchain cross-border platform linking cargo trade data, e-bills of lading and finance under Project Ensemble. дальше »

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Bitcoin to see tailwinds if AI prompts ‘easier monetary policy’: NYDIG

NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro says AI could be a “general-purpose technology,” and its effects on the economy could be a boon for Bitcoin. дальше »

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Bitcoin price rally is riding record $1.2 trillion margin debt, and the unwind could be here already

Bitcoin’s rally is riding record $1. 279 trillion margin debt, and the unwind could arrive without warning Bitcoin’s next phase is being shaped by a record build in U. S. market leverage, recession-leaning survey data and an expanding Treasury buyback program that is aimed at bond-market plumbing rather than monetary easing. дальше »

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The New Monetary Order: Why Capital Is Rotating Into Gold, XRP, and XLM

Veteran investor Versan, founder of Black Swan Capitalist, published a detailed thesis on X outlining what he calls the next phase of capital migration. His argument is related to the structural change in how money moves and where value seeks protection during periods of monetary debasement. дальше »

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Evening digest: oil jumps, AI jitters grow, Bitcoin below key levels

Markets remained on edge as geopolitical tensions, technological disruptions, and monetary policy signals pulled sentiment in different directions. Oil prices jumped after signs that US-Iran nuclear talks are faltering, while tensions resurfaced over Greenland amid renewed remarks from President Donald Trump. дальше »

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Scott Sumner: Nominal GDP is key to understanding macro policy errors | Macro Musings

Nominal GDP is a crucial indicator for understanding macroeconomic policy mistakes. Fiscal policy and supply shocks are often overrated in their impact on nominal GDP growth. The earlier, simpler monetary system was more effective than the current complex Federal Reserve system. дальше »

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ECB eyes digital euro pilot in 2027 and rollout in 2029

The digital euro could enhance EU monetary sovereignty and resilience, reducing dependency on external payment systems and boosting financial inclusion. The post ECB eyes digital euro pilot in 2027 and rollout in 2029 appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Bitcoin’s next move hinges on macro shift as inflation eases: analyst

ProCap Financial chairman Anthony Pompliano predicted Bitcoin will benefit from a “monetary slingshot” as the Federal Reserve prints money to combat deflation. Speaking on FOX Business, Pompliano said Bitcoin’s value proposition remains intact long-term, but investors must hold through periods… дальше »

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European Parliament throws support behind digital euro

European lawmakers endorsed the ECB’s digital euro plans as a way to shore up the bloc’s monetary sovereignty, while reiterating that the central bank must remain independent. дальше »

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Hong Kong Money Authority to Grant First Stablecoin Licenses in March

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority will issue its first Stablecoin Issuer Licenses in March, selecting from 36 applications submitted by the August deadline. The post Hong Kong Money Authority to Grant First Stablecoin Licenses in March appeared first on Coinspeaker. дальше »

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Hong Kong to grant first stablecoin issuer licenses in March: Report

Hong Kong's monetary authority said only a small number of stablecoin issuers will be approved initially, as application reviews near completion. дальше »

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U.S. government seizes $400 million Helix allegedly made from drug-linked transactions

The Department of Justice said it now holds legal title over crypto, real estate and monetary assets tied to darknet mixing service, Helix дальше »

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Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair as Markets React

Warsh was trading at 31% to be the next Fed chair nominee before spiking Thursday evening. What would his confirmation mean for monetary policy and interest rates? The post Trump Taps Kevin Warsh for Fed Chair as Markets React appeared first on DeFi Rate. дальше »

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Saylor says Kevin Warsh will become first pro-Bitcoin Fed chair

Warsh's potential leadership could integrate Bitcoin into monetary policy, influencing global financial systems and digital currency adoption. The post Saylor says Kevin Warsh will become first pro-Bitcoin Fed chair appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Trump Nominates Pro-Bitcoin Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve Chair

Donald Trump nominates former Fed Governor Kevin Warsh as chair. Thai raises expectations of a more hawkish monetary policy stance pending Senate confirmation. The post Trump Nominates Pro-Bitcoin Kevin Warsh for Federal Reserve Chair appeared first on Coinspeaker. дальше »

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Trump taps Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve

Warsh's leadership could influence U.S. monetary policy direction, impacting global economic stability and financial markets' confidence. The post Trump taps Kevin Warsh to lead the Federal Reserve appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Kevin Warsh’s odds to become Fed chair surge to 92% after Trump hints at familiar pick

Warsh's potential appointment could signal a shift in monetary policy direction, impacting financial markets and economic strategies globally. The post Kevin Warsh’s odds to become Fed chair surge to 92% after Trump hints at familiar pick appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Fed pause puts Trump–Powell showdown at center of crypto macro trade

The Fed holds rates near 3.6% as Trump demands deeper cuts, putting central bank independence under strain while Bitcoin, Ethereum and Solana trade as macro risk barometers. The Federal Reserve’s latest decision to hold interest rates around 3.6% leaves monetary… дальше »

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Crypto markets hold steady after Powell reiterates data-dependent stance

The total cryptocurrency market showed limited reaction following remarks from Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, as investors digested continued signals that U.S. monetary policy will remain data-dThe post Crypto markets hold steady after Powell reiterates data-dependent stance appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Fed yet to turn over documents in Powell investigation as rate decision looms: Report

The investigation could undermine the Fed's independence, potentially affecting future monetary policy decisions and economic stability. The post Fed yet to turn over documents in Powell investigation as rate decision looms: Report appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Szabo: 'Plenty of Upside' Left for Bitcoin

Nick Szabo argued that Bitcoin’s current underperformance against the "lustrous metal" is not a failure of its monetary mechanics. дальше »

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Carlson, Schiff debate Bitcoin’s viability as dollar alternative

bility as dollar alternative Media personality Tucker Carlson and economist Peter Schiff engaged in a debate this week over Bitcoin's potential to replace the U.S. dollar, touching on issues of inflation, government spending and the future of monetary policy. дальше »

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Bill Miller: Bitcoin Would Hit $1.7 Million if Recognized as 'Digital Gold'

If Bitcoin were to capture gold's entire monetary premium, the price per coin would need to rise approximately 19x from current levels. дальше »

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Crypto takeaways from Davos: Politics and money collide

Crypto is shedding its illicit money image, but central bankers at the World Economic Forum in Davos 2026 warned it threatens monetary sovereignty. дальше »

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Bank of Japan Expected To Hold Rates, But Markets Seek Clues

The Bank of Japan (BoJ) is expected to leave its benchmark interest rate unchanged at 0. 75% after concluding its two-day monetary policy meeting on Friday. The central bank raised rates to a three-decade high in December. дальше »

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Inside Iran’s $507mln USDT bet to defend its collapsing currency

Iran’s crisis continues to demonstrate novel crypto use cases. The Central Bank of Iran (CBI) reportedly opted for USDT, Tether’s dollar-backed stablecoin, as a monetary tool to boost the value ofThe post Inside Iran’s $507mln USDT bet to defend its collapsing currency appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Judicial Rackets: Judge Rakoff and the Fear of Monetary Exit

Bitcoin Magazine Judicial Rackets: Judge Rakoff and the Fear of Monetary Exit Why the Judiciary Fears a Money It Cannot Control This post Judicial Rackets: Judge Rakoff and the Fear of Monetary Exit first appeared on Bitcoin Magazine and is written by Tor Ekeland and Michael Hassard. дальше »

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Billionaire Bitcoin Holder Dalio: Monetary Order Breaking Down

Legendary macro investor Ray Dalio is sounding the alarm at the 2026 World Economic Forum. дальше »

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Brandt Issues Extremely Bearish Altcoin Warning

Veteran trader Peter Brandt has issued a stark warning for altcoin investors, calling them “collateral damage” in what he sees as the early stages of a global monetary reset. дальше »

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US government confirms no plan to remove Fed Chair Powell despite ongoing investigation

The decision to retain Powell amid the investigation may impact perceptions of Fed independence and influence future monetary policy dynamics. The post US government confirms no plan to remove Fed Chair Powell despite ongoing investigation appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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VanEck says policy clarity could make Q1 a ‘risk-on’ quarter

VanEck expects stronger risk appetite in Q1 on improved fiscal and monetary visibility, while warning that Bitcoin’s cycle signals remain mixed. дальше »

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Seventy economists urge EU to ‘let the public interest prevail’ on digital euro

Economists urge EU lawmakers to back a public digital euro, warning that private stablecoins and foreign payment companies threaten Europe’s monetary sovereignty. дальше »

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Powell says rate policy under threat after DOJ action against the Fed

The DOJ's actions could undermine the Fed's independence, potentially leading to politically influenced monetary policy decisions. The post Powell says rate policy under threat after DOJ action against the Fed appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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VanEck: Bitcoin may take 2.5% of central bank reserves, hit $2.9m by 2050

VanEck’s 2050 base case sees Bitcoin compounding 15% annually to ~$2.9m, settling up to 10% of global trade and reaching 2.5% of central bank reserves as a monetary hedge. Global asset manager VanEck has issued a long-term forecast projecting Bitcoin… дальше »

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OKX Referral Code: Steps to Sign Up and Earn Bonus in 2026

The best OKX Referral Code is CNJREFCODE. When you use this OKX promo code to sign up on the trading platform, you can unlock free monetary rewards, cut down trading The post OKX Referral Code: Steps to Sign Up and Earn Bonus in 2026 appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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Reserve Bank of India backs CBDCs as it warns global peers of stablecoin risks

India’s central bank, the Reserve Bank of India, has urged major economies to focus on developing central bank digital currencies instead of stablecoins, which it believes pose mounting risks to financial stability and monetary sovereignty. “Stablecoins have emerged as a… дальше »

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Bitcoin Supports The US Dollar’s Reserve Status, Says Coinbase CEO

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong argued that Bitcoin ultimately strengthens the US dollar by acting as a market-based constraint on fiscal and monetary excess, framing the asset as a “check and balance” that could help the US retain reserve-currency credibility. дальше »

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Morning brief: Asian stocks hit six-week highs, Bitcoin jumps above $90,000

Asian markets began the week on a strong footing, buoyed by expectations of easier US monetary policy next year, while precious metals pulled back after a sharp rally. At the same time, geopolitical tensions resurfaced in East Asia as China announced large-scale military drills around Taiwan. дальше »

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IMF Says Brazil’s System Is Working—So Why Is Crypto Booming Without a Crisis?

Brazil is testing one of crypto’s oldest assumptions: that digital assets only thrive when traditional financial systems fail. With its benchmark Selic rate sitting at 15%, one of the highest among major economies, Brazil’s central bank has maintained an aggressively tight monetary stance. дальше »

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Asia is quietly building a counterweight to the dollar stablecoin empire, and the West isn’t ready

The following is a guest post and opinion from Anurag Arjun, Founder of Avail. The global stablecoin narrative is about to shift fast. What began as a US-dominated experiment in digital liquidity is morphing into a multipolar fight over who controls the rails of tomorrow’s monetary system. дальше »

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The year stablecoins became too big for TradFi to ignore

As 2025 draws to a close, stablecoins are stepping out of the shadows of cryptocurrency speculation and emerging as central instruments in the evolving landscape of global finance. Once considered fringe assets, these digital tokens are now at the heart of debates about monetary sovereignty, regulatory oversight, and the modernisation of payment systems. At press […] дальше »

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