The United States government will only begin accumulating Bitcoin for its strategic reserve when faced with significant external pressure from other nations taking similar actions, according to crypto entrepreneur Mike Alfred. In a recent podcast appearance, Alfred suggested that America’s approach to cryptocurrency reserves will be reactive rather than proactive, waiting for other countries to establish precedent before committing to Bitcoin purchases. The timeline for any such government action remains entirely uncertain, highlighting the cautious stance federal authorities are taking toward digital asset adoption at the national level.
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The United States is navigating uncharted economic waters as the Federal Reserve prepares to cut interest rates while core PCE inflation remains stubbornly above 2.9%—a policy combination not seen in three decades. With deficit spending exceeding $2 trillion annually, a deteriorating labor market, and the specter of stagflation returning, financial experts from The Kobeissi Letter to value investor Mike Alfred are issuing a stark warning: traditional wealth preservation strategies are failing, and asset ownership has become essential for financial survival in this new economic reality.
about Stagflation Looms: Why Asset Ownership Is Now EssentialRobinhood Soars 47%, Walmart Adds Crypto, CME Goes 24/7
Major financial institutions are accelerating their embrace of cryptocurrency with three landmark developments that signal growing mainstream adoption. Robinhood’s stock surged nearly 47% in a month, approaching $150 as the trading platform explores expanding prediction markets to the UK. Meanwhile, Walmart’s OnePay app has integrated Bitcoin and Ethereum trading for its 3+ million monthly users, and CME Group announced plans for 24/7 crypto futures trading starting in early 2026, responding to record volumes and institutional demand for regulated, around-the-clock risk management.
about Robinhood Soars 47%, Walmart Adds Crypto, CME Goes 24/7Bakkt Stock Soars 17% as Benchmark Triples Price Target to $40
Bakkt Holdings stock surged 17% on Tuesday after Benchmark Company more than tripled its price target to $40, validating CEO Akshay Naheta’s strategic repositioning of the digital asset platform. The investment bank highlighted significant growth potential across Bakkt’s core crypto businesses, calling the stock’s recent 170% rally over two weeks a clear endorsement of the company’s new direction under Naheta’s leadership since August.
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Fold Holdings unveiled a landmark Bitcoin rewards credit card, promising seamless crypto earnings through partnerships with Visa and Stripe. Yet, the announcement was met with a stark market rejection, as the company’s stock (FLD) plunged more than 14% on the day. The disconnect between the ambitious product launch and the negative investor sentiment highlights the volatile and competitive pressures facing crypto-finance hybrids.
about Fold's Bitcoin Rewards Card with Visa & StripeBitcoin Whales Buy Big as Prices Dip: Market Update
Recent data reveals Bitcoin whales (holders with 1K–10K BTC) have been aggressively buying during the March–April price dip, per CryptoQuant charts. Analysts note that while short-term market sentiment remains bearish—with BTC struggling to hold $83K and altcoins declining—global liquidity is surging to all-time highs, historically a bullish indicator for crypto. Experts like Julio Moreno and ‘Root’ highlight that despite corrections exceeding 30%, the broader macro environment (rising M2 money supply and institutional accumulation) suggests long-term upside potential. However, immediate market conditions remain sluggish, with Ethereum below $1,600 and total crypto cap down 4% in 24 hours.
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