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The FDIC — which oversees thousands of U.S. banks — has unveiled its first proposed rule for banks that want to issue stablecoins.
Key Points:
· Applies to FDIC-regulated banks seeking to set up stablecoin-issuing subsidiaries.
· Establishes a tailored application process, with a 120-day review window and an appeals option for rejections.
· Public comment period is now open for 60 days.
· A second, more detailed rule on capital, liquidity, and risk management is expected “in the months ahead.”
Why It Matters:
· This is the first regulatory move under the GENIUS Act, the major U.S. stablecoin law passed earlier this year.
· Creates a clearer pathway for bank-issued stablecoins, potentially boosting institutional adoption and confidence.
· Signals continued U.S. regulatory progression in crypto, even as election uncertainty persists.
Bottom Line:
More regulatory clarity is coming for U.S.dollar-backed stablecoins. Banks looking to enter the space now have a proposed framework to follow — another step toward legacy finance meeting crypto.
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Listen up — this could impact BTC, SOL, altcoins, and your portfolio.
What Japan was doing (simplified):
1. Kept rates near zero for ~30 years.
2. Cheap yen = fuel for the “yen carry trade.”
3. Investors borrowed yen, swapped for USD, and bought stocks, bonds, crypto.
What’s changing now?
· Japan is raising rates (highest in 31 years expected).
· Borrowing yen gets expensive → investors reduce risky bets.
· Liquidity can drain from markets → pressure on crypto.
Why Dec 19 matters:
If Japan hikes,history shows BTC tends to drop sharply:
· Mar 2024 → BTC -23%
· Jul 2024 → BTC -26%
· Jan 2025 → BTC -31%
My take:
Markets could seehigh volatility. If the hike happens, BTC could test lower supports (~70K range possible).
We’ll be watching closely.If confirmed, we may look to short BTC around Dec 19.
Stay alert. Follow for updates.

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Early Tuesday saw crypto markets steady after Monday’s sharp decline. Bitcoin rose ~3% to reclaim $87K, while related equities like $MSTR, $HOOD, and $CRCL also rebounded.
Key Details:
· $BTC : Up ~3%, trading above $87,000.
· $ETH : Underperforming, up just 1.4%.
· Altcoins: $BNB, $XRP, $SUI showed strength, gaining 3-6%.
· Equities: Crypto-linked stocks recovered, with $CRCL surging 9%.
· Macro: U.S. jobs data showed unemployment at a 4-year high (4.6%), but rate cut expectations for January remain low (~24%).
Analyst Views Are Mixed:
· Some warn the bounce may be fragile, with $BTC potentially testing below $80K support.
· Long liquidations hit $750M** over two days, including **$250M in BTC futures.
· One perspective: “Without a positive macro catalyst, BTC remains exposed to a deeper flush.”
· Counter view: Economic tension highlights BTC’s store-of-value appeal for “smart money.”
The Bottom Line:
Is this a dead cat bounce or the start of a recovery?Traders are watching key support levels and macro signals closely.
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The latest US jobs report is in — and it shows clear cooling in the labor market. Job growth softened, unemployment ticked up, and household employment declined. Labor participation remained flat, signaling no fresh momentum from employment.

This is exactly the kind of data the Fed watches closely. A cooling jobs market reduces pressure for aggressive policy, keeping hopes alive for the next rate cut. And rate cuts = liquidity expectations = a macro tailwind for crypto.

✅ Macro Takeaway: Supportive for crypto — but not an instant pump trigger.

⚠️ But Here’s the Catch:
Don’t rush into longs just yet. Smart money often uses this news window to shake the market. Retail may jump early, but real direction often comes after the US market opens and ETF flows show their hand.

📈 My Strategy:

· Wait for the US session open.
· Watch ETF inflow/outflow data.
· If flows stabilize or turn green → confirmation.
· If price dumps again → likely a shakeout before bounce.

Timing is everything. Macro looks good — but let the market show its cards first.

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The crypto industry entered 2025 with optimism. A new U.S. administration promised regulatory clarity and a shift away from the aggressive enforcement of previous years. But the landmark trial and partial conviction of Tornado Cash developer Roman Storm this summer delivered a stark reality check: while the tone may have shifted, the legal risks for builders remain dangerously high.
The Case That Shook DeFi
Roman Storm was charged with serious conspiracy crimes for his role in creating the privacy-focused crypto mixing service, Tornado Cash. Prosecutors argued he enabled over $1 billion in illicit funds to be laundered. His defense maintained he simply built a neutral tool—comparing it to a hammer that can both build and harm—and should not be liable for how others used it.
The jury’s split verdict was telling: guilty on the least severe charge of operating an unlicensed money-transmitting business, but deadlocked on more severe money laundering and sanctions charges. This outcome highlights the legal ambiguity that continues to plague the space.
A “Chilling Effect” on Innovation
The crypto community, especially within DeFi, sees Storm’s prosecution as a dangerous precedent.
· Existential Threat: “This case has brought the threat of the U.S. government holding people criminally liable for how other people use neutral software tools to the forefront,” said Miller Whitehouse-Levine of the Solana Policy Institute.
· Fear and Uncertainty: Developers are now forced to ask, “Could I be next?” Building non-custodial, privacy-preserving protocols now carries the specter of criminal liability for third-party misuse.
· Driving Talent Away: As noted by Alex Urbelis of ENS, this prosecution is causing developers to “reconsider America as the base” for their projects, potentially stifling U.S. innovation.
Mixed Signals from Washington
Despite the Blanche Memo—a Department of Justice directive stating it would narrow its crypto enforcement focus and not target developers for “unwitting violations”—prosecutors pushed forward with the Storm case.
While a senior DOJ official later stated that “merely writing code without ill intent is not a crime,” legal experts warn the door remains open for prosecution under certain theories. The message to developers is contradictory and unsettling: a vibe shift is not legal clarity.
The Urgent Need for Legislative Clarity
The core issue is the absence of clear laws. Executive branch memos and speeches are temporary fixes. The industry is pleading for Congress to pass a market structure bill that provides definitive rules, rather than leaving it to the courts to decide through high-stakes criminal trials.
“We need to permanently change the laws,” stressed Amanda Tuminelli of the DeFi Education Fund. The current state, where different government agencies offer conflicting interpretations, creates an impossible environment for builders.
The Human Cost
Beyond the policy debate is a personal tragedy. Roman Storm faces a potential prison sentence, with the stress of a prosecution he and his supporters believe is fundamentally unjust. “This is a fight for freedom,” Urbelis emphasized, reminding us that real lives and liberties are on the line in these legal battles.
What’s Next?
Storm’s fight continues. A key hearing is set for January 22, where the court will consider motions to dismiss the charges and learn if the government will retry him on the deadlocked counts.
This case is more than a single trial; it’s a bellwether for the future of crypto development in America. It underscores that true safety for builders and the industry will only come from congressional action, not just changing administrative attitudes.
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