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Arthur Hayes says Bitcoin’s next leg higher is less about crypto-specific catalysts and more about whether US policymakers are forced to respond to mounting stress in Japan’s currency and government bond markets. stress he argues will ultimately translate into fresh dollar liquidity. In his latest essay, “Woomph,” published Wednesday, Hayes frames the recent yen weakness and a selloff in long-dated Japanese government bonds (JGBs) as the kind of systemic “alarm sound” that precedes official intervention. “The financial markets went woomph as the yen weakened and JGB prices collapsed,” he wrote. “Therefore, analyzing the fragility that the yen and JGB injects…

Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent said “600,000 families out of an estimated 25 million” have already signed up for Trump accounts since the official start of tax season on Monday. “We want all Americans to start signing up,” he said in an interview with CNBC. Bessent also attended a summit on Wednesday with President Donald Trump to promote Trump accounts, also known as Section 530A accounts.As of Monday, when tax filers file their 2025 tax return, they can open a Trump account by making elections on IRS Form 4547. There are two elections: one to open the account and one to receive the $1,000 “pilot…

The idea of the XRP price reaching $100 is usually dismissed almost instantly based on arguments of market capitalization and circulating supply. On paper, that math suggests a $100 value would imply a market cap valuation of at least $6 trillion, which is a figure many see as unrealistic when compared to today’s crypto market.  Nonetheless, a few XRP enthusiasts are of the notion that such a framework does not apply to XRP. A crypto pundit on X, known as 24HRSCRYPTO, noted that treating XRP like a static store-of-value asset misses the entire point of what the cryptocurrency is designed…

Brad Gerstner, Altimeter CEO, speaking with CNBC on Jan. 28th, 2026 in Washington, D.C.CNBCAltimeter Capital CEO Brad Gerstner announced Wednesday a commitment to seed Trump accounts, a type of investment account for kids, for children in his home state of Indiana. “I’m going to contribute dollars to kids in Indiana,” Gerstner, a hedge fund manager who helped spearhead the Trump administration’s savings initiative, said Wednesday morning on CNBC. He said the money is intended for children under five years old. There are some 406,000 children younger than age 5 living in Indiana, according to the Census Bureau’s most recent population survey from 2024.Gerstner…

My name is Godspower Owie, and I was born and brought up in Edo State, Nigeria. I grew up with my three siblings who have always been my idols and mentors, helping me to grow and understand the way of life. My parents are literally the backbone of my story. They’ve always supported me in good and bad times and never for once left my side whenever I feel lost in this world. Honestly, having such amazing parents makes you feel safe and secure, and I won’t trade them for anything else in this world. I was exposed to the…

The Bitcoin and Ethereum prices rallied after reports of the US dollar crashing spread across the market. Recent data show that the US dollar has fallen to its lowest level in four years, raising concerns about the strength of the world’s dominant reserve currency. As the dollar weakens, market players are beginning to shift attention to alternative assets such as precious metals and digital currencies, including BTC, which is increasingly viewed as a potential hedge against rising inflation and currency depreciation.  US Dollar Falls To Lows Not Seen In 4 Years New reports from Bloomberg highlight the relentless slide in…

Hirurg | E+ | Getty ImagesAs tax season opens and the IRS prepares for millions of returns, the agency’s internal watchdog warns that certain taxpayers could have problems in 2026.While the 2025 filing season was generally a “smooth experience,” the current year could present “greater challenges” for some filers, National Taxpayer Advocate Erin Collins said Wednesday in her annual report to Congress.With the largest staff in many years and no major tax law changes, the IRS processed more than 165 million individual returns in 2025, and most filers received timely refunds, she said.   But “entering 2026, the landscape is markedly different”…

Nicki Minaj attends the 2025 Met Gala Celebrating “Superfine: Tailoring Black Style” at Metropolitan Museum of Art on May 05, 2025 in New York City. Dia Dipasupil | Getty ImagesRap artist Nicki Minaj will contribute between $150,000 and $300,000 to fund her fans’ Trump accounts. The Grammy-nominated star will attend a summit on Wednesday with President Donald Trump and Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to promote Trump accounts, also known as Section 530A accounts, which are a type of individual retirement account designed to encourage early wealth building. Trump adviser Alex Bruesewitz confirmed Minaj’s grant to MS NOW.It’s unclear who could be eligible…

Aayush Jindal, a luminary in the world of financial markets, whose expertise spans over 15 illustrious years in the realms of Forex and cryptocurrency trading. Renowned for his unparalleled proficiency in providing technical analysis, Aayush is a trusted advisor and senior market expert to investors worldwide, guiding them through the intricate landscapes of modern finance with his keen insights and astute chart analysis. From a young age, Aayush exhibited a natural aptitude for deciphering complex systems and unraveling patterns. Fueled by an insatiable curiosity for understanding market dynamics, he embarked on a journey that would lead him to become one…

Reports note that Bitcoin holders realized large losses as prices slid, and the headline number is hard to ignore. According to on-chain tracker CryptoQuant, about $4.5 billion in net losses was recorded on January 23. Related Reading That number reflects moved coins sold at prices lower than when they were bought. It is a big transfer of paper pain into real losses. Realized Losses Spike While the dollar figure grabs attention, the meaning is what matters. Many who bought late in the run higher are choosing to sell rather than hold through more decline. That behavior shows frustration. Reports say…