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US President Donald Trump is bringing criminal charges against the head of the Fed, seen as a potential political move to influence interest rates, sparking concerns about the independence of the Federal Reserve.

Crypto's 2026 comeback is uncertain and dependent on three key factors: institutional investment, interest rates, and retail investor return.

Bitcoin's price surged to $92,500 as the U.S.

JPMorgan predicts the Federal Reserve will hold interest rates steady this year, before increasing them next year, contradicting crypto bulls who expect rate cuts.

Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has linked a DOJ probe to his decision to defy former President Trump's request to lower interest rates, citing a possible motive behind the investigation.

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An analyst claims that Metaplanet's use of the Japanese yen gives it an advantage over US-based Bitcoin treasuries, citing the artificially low interest rates of the yen as a key factor.

Bitcoin has surpassed $90,000 in Asia, driven by increased futures activity and renewed bullish interest, as indicated by funding rates and futures positioning.

The recent drop in Fed rate-cut odds and Donald Trump's comments on tariffs have led to a reevaluation of the market's response to higher US interest rates, causing nervous trading in Bitcoin and major altcoins.

Animoca Brands' Yat Siu believes the crypto market is maturing, driven by factors such as Trump-era tariffs, high interest rates, and the decline of memecoins, leading to a focus on utility tokens.

Analysts predict the crypto ETF market will surge in 2026 due to regulatory clarity and potential falling interest rates in the US.

Bitcoin perpetual open interest has increased to 310,000 BTC, indicating a rise in bullish sentiment among traders, who are betting on a year-end rally.