Federal Reserve
Fed Chair Powell Says Dogecoin, GameStop Symbolize Some Froth in Stock Markets
In response to a question about the GameStop and Dogecoin frenzies at a press conference, Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell said there's "a bit of froth" in the equities market. "The Hash" panel discusses what Powell's comments mean for the markets, how inflation will impact crypto, and why many young people are turning to day-trading.
The Fed Reserve Keeps Interest Rates Near Zero; Powell Calls Markets "Frothy"
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell described the markets as "frothy" Wednesday and indicated that low federal interest rates, along with high rates of Covid-19 vaccinations, are driving the markets. Nik De reviews Powell's remarks as well as President Biden's and how they are being received in the crypto industry.
Federal Reserve’s Two-Day Meeting on Monetary Policy
CoinDesk Global Policy and Regulation Managing Editor Nikhilesh De discusses what we can expect to hear from Jerome Powell, Federal Reserve chair, at this week’s two-day meeting on monetary policy.
US Consumer Inflation Higher Than Expected in March: What It Means for Bitcoin
U.S. consumer inflation increased 2.6% in March, higher than consensus estimates. What does this data mean for the Federal Reserve and bitcoin traders?
Stimulus Checks, Bitcoin ETFs and Institutional Investment: Bitcoin's Week in Review
It's been a big week for bitcoin: stimulus checks, a doveish Federal Reserve meeting and multiple reports from major financial institutions, but bitcoin's price has remained steady. "All About Bitcoin's" week in review panel catches up on the week's biggest events in the crypto sphere.
Is Bitcoin Insider Trading a Cause for Concern?
The SEC and U.S. Justice Department have filed charges against an engineer for allegedly attempting to solicit non-public information about bitcoin. Nik De explains the bizarre details of this case and whether insider trading is something to be worried about in the wider crypto ecosystem. Plus, Fed Chair Jerome Powell's remarks about cash and crypto coexisting.
The Fed's Easy-Money Policies Are Here to Stay; What Does That Mean for Bitcoin?
Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell said the Fed will maintain its current easy-money policies until the job market rebounds. Jeff Dorman of Arca shares his thoughts on what's driving bitcoin investments and why Morgan Stanley entering the crypto space is a big deal. Plus, Dorman's insights into what he sees as inferior bitcoin investment products.
What Crypto Markets Will Be Watching at Fed Chair Powell’s Press Conference
MarketGauge Group Managing Director Michele Schneider weighs in on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s press conference Wednesday and its potential impact on the crypto and traditional markets.
Will Central Banks Invest in Bitcoin?
Crypto trader and economist Alex Kruger weighs in on the near- and long-term future of the crypto markets, including whether or not central banks will invest in bitcoin. “Once the mainstream market accepts bitcoin as an alternative to gold, it becomes unavoidable,” Kruger said.
Powell Remarks Suggest Inflation Is Ahead; Here’s What That Means for Crypto Markets
Chair Jerome Powell indicated today the Federal Reserve will maintain easy-money policies, leading many to fear excessive U.S. inflation. Kevin Kelly, head of Global Macro Strategy at Delphi Digital, discusses what inflation could mean for the crypto market.
