A proposal for a new Federal Reserve–Treasury accord is sparking intense debate about the future of U.S. monetary policy and its impact on financial markets. Analysts are weighing whether such an agreement could lead to a regime of suppressed real yields and ample liquidity, potentially benefiting assets like bitcoin. The discussion centers on whether this represents bureaucratic reform or a shift toward explicit yield curve control and debt monetization.
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1 in Finance and 0 in Crypto last weekUS Lawmakers Propose Crypto Tax Relief for Small Payments & Staking
A new legislative draft circulating in the U.S. House of Representatives proposes significant modifications to the Internal Revenue Code, aiming to ease tax burdens for everyday cryptocurrency users. The proposal, introduced by Representatives Max Miller of Ohio and Steven Horsford of Nevada, focuses on creating a capital gains tax exemption for small stablecoin payments and allowing deferred taxation for staking and mining rewards. This initiative seeks to align tax rules with the growing use of digital assets in routine consumer transactions, addressing long-standing industry complaints about compliance complexity.
about US Lawmakers Propose Crypto Tax Relief for Small Payments & StakingSenator Warren Probes DeFi Investigations Ahead of Holidays
As the US Senate prepares to adjourn for the holidays, Senator Elizabeth Warren has launched a pointed inquiry into potential federal investigations of decentralized cryptocurrency exchanges. In a formal letter to top officials at the Treasury and Justice Departments, the Massachusetts Democrat cited urgent national security concerns surrounding platforms like PancakeSwap and Uniswap, demanding clarity on enforcement actions and raising alarms about money laundering and political influence. The move underscores the escalating regulatory pressure on the DeFi sector from one of its most prominent congressional critics.
about Senator Warren Probes DeFi Investigations Ahead of HolidaysU.S. Tech Force Launches with Coinbase, Robinhood as Partners
The Trump administration has launched the U.S. Tech Force, a major two-year initiative to embed approximately 1,000 technology specialists across federal agencies. In a significant signal of the crypto industry’s maturing relationship with government, exchanges Coinbase and Robinhood are among nearly 30 private sector partners, which include tech giants like OpenAI, Nvidia, and Microsoft. This public-private partnership aims to tackle critical challenges in AI infrastructure and federal systems, offering high salaries and a potential bridge to private-sector careers.
about U.S. Tech Force Launches with Coinbase, Robinhood as PartnersTrump’s $18 Trillion Tariff Claim vs. Blockchain-Verified Data
Former President Donald Trump’s assertion that the United States collected roughly $18 trillion from tariffs stands in stark contrast to official Treasury Department data, which records customs duties at a fraction of that amount. This vast discrepancy underscores a fundamental conflict between expansive political claims and precise financial accounting—a tension that new federal initiatives in blockchain and digital asset transparency are poised to intensify by making government data more verifiable and harder to dispute.
about Trump's $18 Trillion Tariff Claim vs. Blockchain-Verified DataUS Futures Steady, Trump Eyes Treasury’s Bessent for Dual Role
US equity futures are holding gains as markets await fresh labor market data, reflecting cautious optimism among investors. In a significant political development, President Trump’s aides are reportedly considering Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to lead the White House National Economic Council while retaining his current role, a move contingent on Kevin Hassett becoming the next Federal Reserve chair. Meanwhile, the European Commission has launched a full-scale antitrust investigation into Meta over AI features in WhatsApp, signaling heightened regulatory scrutiny. Market analyst Mark Malek of Siebert Financial also weighs in on how the rise of AI could influence Treasury yields, adding a critical layer to the day’s financial narrative.
about US Futures Steady, Trump Eyes Treasury's Bessent for Dual RoleFDIC to Unveil GENIUS Act Rules for Stablecoin Issuers by Year-End
The U.S. Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) is poised to take a decisive step in regulating the digital asset market, with acting chair Travis Hill announcing the agency will release its first major proposal for implementing the GENIUS Act before December concludes. This initial framework will establish how banks can seek approval to issue payment stablecoins, marking the beginning of a structured federal oversight regime that has been anticipated since the law’s passage in July.
about FDIC to Unveil GENIUS Act Rules for Stablecoin Issuers by Year-EndTrump’s DOGE Department Shut Down Amid Controversy
The Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), created by executive order under President Donald Trump to drive cost-cutting initiatives, has ceased operations eight months before its scheduled expiration, marking a swift demise for an office plagued by shifting mandates, public confusion about Elon Musk’s role, and legal challenges over access to sensitive federal systems.
about Trump's DOGE Department Shut Down Amid ControversyBitcoin Tax Payments Could Boost US Economy by $14T
A transformative legislative proposal could reshape America’s financial future by allowing Bitcoin tax payments to fuel a potential $14 trillion economic boost over two decades. The Bitcoin for America Act, introduced by Rep. Warren Davidson, would enable taxpayers to settle federal liabilities in Bitcoin while channeling all incoming coins directly into the government’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, creating a market-driven acquisition system that requires no direct Treasury purchases and eliminates capital gains recognition on transactions.
about Bitcoin Tax Payments Could Boost US Economy by $14TTrump Slams Fed’s Powell as ‘Grossly Incompetent’
Former President Donald Trump launched a blistering attack on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, calling him ‘grossly incompetent’ and threatening legal action over costly renovations at the central bank’s campus. During a US-Saudi investment event in Washington, Trump escalated his long-running criticism of Federal Reserve leadership while simultaneously targeting Treasury officials, joking that Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent should be fired if he fails to secure lower interest rates quickly.
about Trump Slams Fed's Powell as 'Grossly Incompetent'Trump’s Tariff Dividend Plan Sparks Crypto Market Rally
President Trump’s proposal to convert tariff revenue into direct $2,000 payments to Americans has triggered immediate market reactions, with cryptocurrency prices surging on expectations of increased consumer liquidity. The plan, announced via Truth Social, would use tariff receipts to fund what supporters call an economic dividend. Digital assets led the market response as traders anticipated fresh capital flowing into risk assets.
about Trump's Tariff Dividend Plan Sparks Crypto Market RallySupreme Court Hears Challenge to Trump Tariff Powers
The Supreme Court is hearing arguments in a landmark constitutional challenge to former President Trump’s authority to impose tariffs using emergency powers, a case that could redefine the balance of trade authority between Congress and the executive branch. With potential tariff refunds reaching $100 billion and economists warning that such tariffs create damaging supply shocks, the legal battle carries profound implications for both constitutional law and economic policy in the United States.
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