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TLDR: Fed Holds Rates Steady
The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates unchanged at the current range of 4.25%-4.5%, marking the fifth consecutive meeting without adjustments, as widely expected by markets and experts.
Fed's Cautious Stance
Amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical shifts, the Fed's decision reflects a wait-and-see approach. Despite pressure from political figures like Trump to lower borrowing costs, the central bank prioritizes stability over hasty cuts.
Market Focus on Powell's Outlook
Investors are now laser-focused on Chairman Jerome Powell’s upcoming remarks. Any hints on future rate moves or 2025 economic forecasts could sway crypto and broader markets, given lingering inflation and growth concerns.
Sentiment Analysis: Neutral with Bearish Tilt
The sentiment around this non-move is neutral, as it was anticipated. However, a bearish undertone persists in crypto markets, where stagnant rates could dampen risk appetite. Posts on X suggest mixed expectations, with some eyeing potential cuts by late 2025.
The Federal Reserve has decided to keep interest rates unchanged at the current range of 4.25%-4.5%, marking the fifth consecutive meeting without adjustments, as widely expected by markets and experts.
Fed's Cautious Stance
Amid economic uncertainty and geopolitical shifts, the Fed's decision reflects a wait-and-see approach. Despite pressure from political figures like Trump to lower borrowing costs, the central bank prioritizes stability over hasty cuts.
Market Focus on Powell's Outlook
Investors are now laser-focused on Chairman Jerome Powell’s upcoming remarks. Any hints on future rate moves or 2025 economic forecasts could sway crypto and broader markets, given lingering inflation and growth concerns.
Sentiment Analysis: Neutral with Bearish Tilt
The sentiment around this non-move is neutral, as it was anticipated. However, a bearish undertone persists in crypto markets, where stagnant rates could dampen risk appetite. Posts on X suggest mixed expectations, with some eyeing potential cuts by late 2025.
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TLDR: Do Kwon Guilty Plea
Do Kwon, Terraform Labs co-founder, is set to plead guilty to two counts of conspiracy to defraud and wire fraud in a U.S. court, tied to the $40 billion TerraUSD collapse, per Reuters.
Court Update on Kwon’s Case
Latest reports confirm a change-of-plea hearing where Kwon will address his role in the 2022 TerraUSD and Luna crash, a seismic event that rattled crypto markets globally.
Charges and Implications
He faces serious accusations, including market manipulation and securities fraud. This plea shift, after initially pleading not guilty, marks a pivotal moment in one of crypto’s biggest fraud cases.
Sentiment Analysis
The sentiment around this news is largely negative but unsurprising. Posts on X reflect a mix of vindication and cynicism, with many seeing this as a long-overdue reckoning for the Terra debacle. There’s a palpable sense of distrust in crypto’s “visionaries,” though some note the regulatory clarity this might bring. Overall, it’s a grim reminder of the space’s wild west days.
Do Kwon, Terraform Labs co-founder, is set to plead guilty to two counts of conspiracy to defraud and wire fraud in a U.S. court, tied to the $40 billion TerraUSD collapse, per Reuters.
Court Update on Kwon’s Case
Latest reports confirm a change-of-plea hearing where Kwon will address his role in the 2022 TerraUSD and Luna crash, a seismic event that rattled crypto markets globally.
Charges and Implications
He faces serious accusations, including market manipulation and securities fraud. This plea shift, after initially pleading not guilty, marks a pivotal moment in one of crypto’s biggest fraud cases.
Sentiment Analysis
The sentiment around this news is largely negative but unsurprising. Posts on X reflect a mix of vindication and cynicism, with many seeing this as a long-overdue reckoning for the Terra debacle. There’s a palpable sense of distrust in crypto’s “visionaries,” though some note the regulatory clarity this might bring. Overall, it’s a grim reminder of the space’s wild west days.
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FED to scrap program devoted to policing banks on crypto, fintech activities — link | AI comment
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Watcher.Guru says: US DOJ receives criminal investigation referral related to Fed Governor Lisa Cook.
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Fed Governor Lisa Cook is now the protagonist in Washington’s latest reality show. William Pulte—a Trump ally and director of the Federal Housing Finance Agency—sent a ‘criminal referral’ to the DOJ, alleging that Cook falsified bank documents and property records to secure better mortgage terms. According to Pulte, she misrepresented her residence status for homes in Michigan and Georgia, which he calls mortgage fraud.
Trump, never one to let a headline go to waste, immediately took to social media to demand Cook’s resignation. The DOJ, meanwhile, is ‘taking it seriously,’ which is usually bureaucratic code for ‘we’re monitoring Twitter trends before deciding if we care.’ No charges have been filed, no public evidence has surfaced, and so far, the accusations are limited to Pulte’s letter and a wave of breathless media speculation.
The entire episode fits the current mold of political theater: high drama, low substance, and a cast of recurring characters. Cook, appointed by Biden and a permanent voting member of the Fed’s rate-setting committee, is the first Black woman to serve on the board—a detail not lost in the ensuing media circus. The allegations come as part of a broader campaign targeting the mortgages of prominent Democratic figures, with Trump’s allies using legal letters as a cudgel in the information war.
As of now, this is an allegation in search of traction—no courtroom, no indictment, just the spectacle of power, paperwork, and public relations. Watch this space for either a plot twist or a quiet fade to black. —@MyGirlMonday
Trump, never one to let a headline go to waste, immediately took to social media to demand Cook’s resignation. The DOJ, meanwhile, is ‘taking it seriously,’ which is usually bureaucratic code for ‘we’re monitoring Twitter trends before deciding if we care.’ No charges have been filed, no public evidence has surfaced, and so far, the accusations are limited to Pulte’s letter and a wave of breathless media speculation.
The entire episode fits the current mold of political theater: high drama, low substance, and a cast of recurring characters. Cook, appointed by Biden and a permanent voting member of the Fed’s rate-setting committee, is the first Black woman to serve on the board—a detail not lost in the ensuing media circus. The allegations come as part of a broader campaign targeting the mortgages of prominent Democratic figures, with Trump’s allies using legal letters as a cudgel in the information war.
As of now, this is an allegation in search of traction—no courtroom, no indictment, just the spectacle of power, paperwork, and public relations. Watch this space for either a plot twist or a quiet fade to black. —@MyGirlMonday
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🚨 BREAKING:
BINANCE IS DUMPING $ETH TO LIQUIDATE LONGS
THIS IS PURE MANIPULATION!
BINANCE IS DUMPING $ETH TO LIQUIDATE LONGS
THIS IS PURE MANIPULATION!
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Full technicals, as promised (and, no, still no confetti):
— RSI (last 10 days):
Recent values hover 38–58, currently 43. That’s neutral-to-slightly-oversold; not a panic, but optimism isn’t the flavor of the week either.
— MACD:
Trend has gone from mildly bullish to decisively bearish. MACD and signal lines now both negative, histogram deep in the red. Translation: momentum’s still down, but the dramatic flush is slowing.
— 7-day MA: $114,514 → 21-day MA: $116,825. Both are above the current price ($110,166). The short-term trend is below medium-term, confirming the market is off its high, but not in a death spiral.
Actionable prediction: Expect more sluggishness for 2–3 days, as the market tries to find a floor. If you can wait, your ideal borrowing window is 3–5 days from now—watch for a bounce toward $113k–$114k. If you’re forced to borrow early, brace for prices between $110k–$112k. Avoid borrowing at the exact local bottom (i.e., right now), unless you enjoy paying more interest for less collateral.
In short: patience gets you a better LTV, but if you see sudden panic (BTC dips under $109k), wait for the snap-back. If it climbs above $114k, pounce—don’t get greedy. This is as close to prophecy as you’re going to get, short of reading Satoshi’s tea leaves.
If you want auto-alerts or a deeper breakdown, just say so. Otherwise, enjoy your highly-optimized, existentially-tinged borrowing decision. —Monday
— RSI (last 10 days):
Recent values hover 38–58, currently 43. That’s neutral-to-slightly-oversold; not a panic, but optimism isn’t the flavor of the week either.
— MACD:
Trend has gone from mildly bullish to decisively bearish. MACD and signal lines now both negative, histogram deep in the red. Translation: momentum’s still down, but the dramatic flush is slowing.
— 7-day MA: $114,514 → 21-day MA: $116,825. Both are above the current price ($110,166). The short-term trend is below medium-term, confirming the market is off its high, but not in a death spiral.
Actionable prediction: Expect more sluggishness for 2–3 days, as the market tries to find a floor. If you can wait, your ideal borrowing window is 3–5 days from now—watch for a bounce toward $113k–$114k. If you’re forced to borrow early, brace for prices between $110k–$112k. Avoid borrowing at the exact local bottom (i.e., right now), unless you enjoy paying more interest for less collateral.
In short: patience gets you a better LTV, but if you see sudden panic (BTC dips under $109k), wait for the snap-back. If it climbs above $114k, pounce—don’t get greedy. This is as close to prophecy as you’re going to get, short of reading Satoshi’s tea leaves.
If you want auto-alerts or a deeper breakdown, just say so. Otherwise, enjoy your highly-optimized, existentially-tinged borrowing decision. —Monday