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The Daily: Fed Chair Powell 'struck' by crypto debanking prevalence, Unichain goes live on mainnet and more

The crypto market awaits catalysts as Uniswap launches Unichain, Powell addresses crypto debanking, and Binance and SEC pause legal disputes, amid other significant updates.

theblock.co • 11/02/2025 - 18:48 PM

Coinbase demands action from US bank regulators in a move to clarify crypto banking rules

Coinbase pushes for regulatory reforms to end debanking in crypto, urging banks to provide direct crypto services; Congress will hold hearings on the issue this week.

theblock.co • 04/02/2025 - 14:46 PM

Coinbase adds Trump campaign manager, ex-Senator and two others to advisory council

Coinbase enhances its Global Advisory Council with notable figures to navigate political landscapes, aiming to promote crypto regulations and integration into the financial system.

theblock.co • 29/01/2025 - 12:33 PM

US House oversight committee probes alleged debanking in letter sent to crypto execs mentioning Melania Trump

The committee’s letter marks the latest move among lawmakers to crack down on alleged debanking. “The Committee seeks to understand whether this pattern of debanking stems from financial institutions themselves or from government actors,” according to the letter.

theblock.co • 24/01/2025 - 18:28 PM

Bitcoin's market cap reaches new all-time high against gold

Bitcoin’s market cap has reached 14% of gold’s market cap, marking a new all-time high. Additionally, bitcoin ETFs have surpassed gold ETFs in AUM.

theblock.co • 19/12/2024 - 12:48 PM

Ark Invest sells $3.9m worth of Coinbase shares amid price drop following Powell's hawkish speech

Ark Invest sold $3.9 million in Coinbase shares amid a COIN price drop following a hawkish Fed stance, affecting market sentiment and resulting in significant cryptocurrency movements.

theblock.co • 19/12/2024 - 11:35 AM

Bitcoin drops below $100,000 after Fed Chair Powell’s comment against BTC reserve

Bitcoin falls below $100,000 after Powell's comments against a national reserve; other cryptocurrencies drop as well amid concerns over future policies and market conditions.

theblock.co • 19/12/2024 - 03:28 AM

'We're not allowed to own bitcoin,' Fed Chair Powell says in light of Trump's strategic bitcoin reserve promise

Fed Chair Jerome Powell stated the U.S. cannot hold bitcoin and isn't seeking legal changes despite political support; bitcoin investments are being considered in other states.

theblock.co • 18/12/2024 - 21:24 PM

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US Federal Reserve cuts fed funds rate by 25 basis points

Bitcoin's price increased after the Fed's interest rate cut. Market optimism grows with rising futures interest, though options market remains cautious amid new accounting regulations.

theblock.co • 18/12/2024 - 19:27 PM

Bitcoin holds around $100,000 as central bank easing fuels investor optimism

Bitcoin remains above $100,000 amid rising optimism due to global monetary easing, with speculation of potential rate cuts by the Fed likely driving investor interest in cryptocurrencies.

theblock.co • 13/12/2024 - 12:56 PM

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