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Bitcoin Holding Steady Near $23K
The Crypto Trader author Glen Goodman discusses his outlook for bitcoin (BTC) as the largest cryptocurrency by market capitalization holds firm at around $23,000 following a strong January U.S. jobs report. Plus, reaction to the Bank of England starting further research and development work on a digital pound for purchasing goods and services – something that’s likely to be needed in the future, the regulator said Monday.
Bitcoin Below $18K After Interest Rate Hikes in US and UK
Bitcoin (BTC) is trading at $17,500 following interest rate hikes of 50 basis points by the Bank of England and the U.S. Federal Reserve. Opimas LLC CEO and founder Octavio Marenzi joins “First Mover” to discuss the crypto price actions. Plus, why the bankrupt crypto exchange FTX is now a “lost cause.”
Bitcoin Outlook Ahead of Global Central Bank Rate Decisions
The U.S. Federal Reserve, the European Central Bank and the Bank of England will set interest rates this week, while U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen believes inflation will fall considerably next year. 21.co co-founder and CEO Hany Rashwan discusses his outlook for the crypto markets and the impact of macro trends.
Bank of England Hikes Rates to 2.25%; Jack Dorsey’s Block Slapped With Downgrade on Bitcoin Sentiment
The Bank of England raised its benchmark interest rates by 50 basis points (bps) to 2.25% in a continued fight against inflation. Plus, investment bank Mizuho downgraded shares of Jack Dorsey’s payments company Block to neutral from buy.
OFAC and FinCEN Lacking Resources for Crypto Regulation
CoinDesk Managing Editor for Global Policy and Regulation Nikhilesh De discusses how OFAC and FinCEN budget concerns impact regulators' ability to have cohesive oversight of the space. Plus, a conversation about Fed Chair Jerome Powell and Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey addressing the need for international coordination of cryptocurrency policy.
Crypto Markets Brace for Global Rate Hikes
Hany Rashwan, 21Shares CEO and founder, shares his analysis on the current state of the crypto markets as macro factors, namely the interest rate hikes from U.S. Federal Reserve, Bank of England and Taiwan. Plus, a conversation on the ongoing regulatory issues of Ripple (XRP).
Week in Review: BOE Hikes Interest Rate, ECB to Reduce Crisis-Era Stimulus, Only 10% of Bitcoin Left to Mine
Taking a look at this past week’s stories making waves in the cryptocurrency space: The Bank of England (BOE) delivering a surprise interest rate hike, the European Central Bank (ECB) announcing an end to the crisis-era asset purchase program, and bitcoin officially surpassing 90% of its available supply.
