Fed rate cuts under fire: 5 things to know in Bitcoin this week
Bitcoin’s volatility this week is influenced by legal challenges to the Federal Reserve’s rate cuts, geopolitical tensions, and key inflation data.
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Federal Reserve Chair Cites Interest Rate Disputes as Backdrop to DOJ Probe
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell claims the DOJ probe is politically motivated, stemming from interest-rate policy disputes with President Trump. Learn how this impacts the crypto market.
Powell Says Fed Received DOJ Subpoenas, Trump Rejects Link To Interest Rates
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell confirms receiving DOJ subpoenas, raising concerns over Fed independence. Former President Trump denies influencing interest rates. How will this impact financial and crypto markets?
Bitcoin Shrugs Off Powell Probe as DOJ Targets Fed Chair
Bitcoin remains stable despite the DOJ’s investigation into Fed Chair Jerome Powell, potentially strengthening its narrative as a hedge against systemic risks.
Fed’s Powell links DOJ probe to his defiance of Trump on rates
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell links a DOJ probe to his refusal to lower interest rates as demanded by Donald Trump, highlighting tensions over monetary policy and the importance of central bank independence.
Gold Weekly Forecast: Volatile Start to 2026 as Markets Assess US Data and Geopolitics
Gold starts 2026 on a volatile note, with US inflation data and geopolitics driving its price action. Read our weekly forecast to stay ahead of the markets.
4 High Impact US Economic Events For Bitcoin and Crypto Markets This Week
Four key US labor market reports this week could drive Bitcoin and crypto volatility as traders assess Fed rate-cut prospects. Stay updated on JOLTS, ADP, jobless claims, and nonfarm payrolls.
Trump’s Impossible Bet: Rate Cuts or Political Survival
Trump’s push for lower interest rates has created a paradox, with the Fed cautious on further cuts and markets betting on two to three reductions in 2026.
US Jobless Claims Drop Sharply, Fed Rate Cuts Look Less Urgent
The US jobless claims have dropped sharply, easing pressure on the Fed to cut interest rates and potentially straining crypto markets as 2026 begins.
Fed Injects $40 Billion in December as Global Liquidity Hits Record High
The Federal Reserve’s $40 billion liquidity injection in December has significant implications for the financial markets, including the cryptocurrency sector. Explore the impact and broader economic context.