Trump Signs Executive Order to Establish Bitcoin Strategic Reserve
U.S. President Donald Trump has signed an executive order mandating the creation of a national cryptocurrency strategic reserve and asset inventory, including Bitcoin and confiscated crypto assets.
Senator: More Bitcoin Reserve Policies Expected
Senator Cynthia Lummis stated that Trump’s executive order is merely a starting point, with future policies to further integrate Bitcoin into the U.S. financial system and strengthen American leadership in the crypto economy.
Professor Warns of Altcoin Reserve Risks
Professor Xiong Yu of the University of Surrey cautioned that incorporating altcoins into national reserves is a “double-edged sword,” citing high volatility risks despite potential rewards.
Analyst: Limited Bitcoin Price Impact from White House Summit
Alex Tapscott of Ninepoint Partners noted that market enthusiasm over Trump’s announcement will fade, urging policymakers to prioritize long-term regulatory frameworks for crypto industry growth.
Crypto Market Cap Drops 21%, New ATH Predicted for 2025 Q2
After hitting a 3.73trillionpeakonDecember14,2024,thecryptomarketcapitalizationhasdeclined212.91 trillion. Analyst Mark Quant projects a potential breakthrough to $4 trillion in Q2 2025, correlating with global liquidity indicators (GLI) showing 0.77 alignment.
ECB Cuts Rates for Fifth Consecutive Time
The European Central Bank implemented its fifth consecutive rate cut, lowering the deposit facility rate by 25 basis points to 2.5%. The main refinancing rate decreased from 2.90% to 2.65%, while the marginal lending rate dropped from 3.15% to 2.90%.
