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Billionaire Druckenmiller Considers U.S. Treasury's Bond Buyback Plan a Mistake

Billionaire investor Stanley Druckenmiller criticizes the U.S. Treasury's plan to increase purchases of long-term bonds as a mistake. The Treasury announced it would double its buyback amount for bonds with 10- to 30-year maturities from $2 billion to $4 billion. While this move, alongside other factors, boosted high-risk assets like Bitcoin, Druckenmiller argues the intervention failed to achieve its goals of lowering bond yields and slowing the growth of national debt. Druckenmiller contends the bond market was functioning properly without liquidity issues, and rising yields were justified by fundamentals like high inflation, low unemployment, and a massive budget deficit. He warns that artificially suppressing yields removes market pressure on Congress to address fiscal deficits and sets a dangerous precedent, inviting markets to constantly test any perceived "ceiling" protected by the Treasury. He likens the action to quantitative easing, which is inappropriate during high inflation. The investor believes the correct approach would be to let the market dictate yields, which could reasonably rise to 5.5%, and address them through deficit reduction. He concludes that governments lose when they defend prices against fundamental factors, and artificially suppressing interest rates only amplifies future risks. Following the announcement, the yield on 30-year bonds initially fell but later recovered.

cryptonews.ru1h ago

Billionaire Druckenmiller Considers U.S. Treasury's Bond Buyback Plan a Mistake

cryptonews.ru1h ago

Crypto Groups Sue Illinois Authorities Over Digital Assets Tax

The Crypto Council for Innovation and the Blockchain Association have filed a lawsuit against the state of Illinois over its newly enacted 0.2% tax on digital assets, set to begin in January 2027. Filed in an Illinois district court, the lawsuit argues the transaction-based tax violates the U.S. Constitution, the state constitution, due process laws, and the federal Internet Tax Freedom Act. The groups claim the tax is unconstitutionally vague, forcing residents and brokers to determine which assets are taxable under threat of civil and criminal penalties. They also allege it discriminates against digital commerce, creates a risk of double taxation, and threatens to fragment the national market. This lawsuit follows a similar one from the Digital Chamber of Commerce, highlighting crypto industry groups' pushback against state-level digital asset taxes. Concurrently, prediction markets platform Kalshi is separately suing Illinois over a new state law it says bans sports event contracts and imposes an unconstitutional state-level licensing requirement.

cryptonews.ru18h ago

Crypto Groups Sue Illinois Authorities Over Digital Assets Tax

cryptonews.ru18h ago

Ripple CEO Says Crypto Rules Work Nears Completion After White House Meeting

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghaus indicated that the creation of comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations in the U.S. is nearing completion following a White House meeting with President Trump, financial leaders, and regulators. He highlighted that crypto is now a major political and economic issue, citing that 67 million Americans own crypto assets. Discussions focused on digital asset legislation, the CLARITY Act, tokenization, and U.S. competitiveness. Subsequent talks at a CFTC advisory committee meeting saw consensus from major traditional financial institutions that outdated rules hinder innovation and consumer protection. Garlinghaus linked these efforts to Ripple's 2019 congressional letter, stating clear rules have never been closer. However, the CLARITY Act faces opposition in the Senate over concerns about fraud prevention and market manipulation. Meanwhile, regulators like the CFTC and SEC are preparing their own regulatory frameworks, with the SEC proposing new rules for crypto investment contracts, offering a potential path forward even if congressional action stalls.

cryptonews.ru23h ago

Ripple CEO Says Crypto Rules Work Nears Completion After White House Meeting

cryptonews.ru23h ago

Bitcoin Soars Over 24% in a Week, Best Weekly K in Recent Years, $2.7B Short Squeeze Sets Record, Policy Tailwinds Ignite Rally

Bitcoin surged over 24% this week, breaking above $78,000 and marking its best weekly performance since March 2024. The rally accelerated following a series of crypto-friendly signals from Washington and was further amplified by a record wave of forced short liquidations. Data from CoinGlass shows approximately $27.4 billion in crypto short positions were liquidated within 24 hours, the largest such event since the platform's records began in 2021. Total liquidations neared $30 billion, with shorts accounting for about 92%. Key drivers included a new SEC proposal ("Regulation Crypto Assets") to simplify token offerings, progress on the stalled CLARITY法案, comments from CFTC Chairman Michael Selig about moving forward independently if Congress delays, and former President Trump's remarks regarding bringing the Hyperliquid exchange into the US compliantly. Macroscopically, the US Treasury's announcement to double its long-term bond buyback program helped lower yields, improving liquidity expectations for risk assets. The market, previously stagnant near $60,000 with high short positioning, saw a violent squeeze. This created a self-reinforcing cycle where rising prices triggered further short liquidations. The interplay between shifting policy expectations and this massive deleveraging event fueled the historic weekly gain.

marsbitYesterday 04:16

Bitcoin Soars Over 24% in a Week, Best Weekly K in Recent Years, $2.7B Short Squeeze Sets Record, Policy Tailwinds Ignite Rally

marsbitYesterday 04:16

Why Crypto Farms in Georgia Have Become a Subject of Dispute Over the Energy System

Former National Bank president and opposition politician Roman Gotsiridze claims cryptocurrency mining farms in Georgia are straining the national energy system while contributing almost nothing to the state budget, operating on tax and electricity tariff privileges. He states the farms consume about 6% of domestically generated electricity, or roughly 1 billion kilowatt-hours annually—equivalent to the consumption of Batumi—maintaining a constant load on the grid linked to frequent infrastructure failures. While not advocating a blanket ban, Gotsiridze argues mining should operate under general business conditions, competing and paying taxes. He alleges the largest farm is linked to Bidzina Ivanishvili's ruling party clan and benefits from unjustified preferential treatment. His core demand is an immediate ban on cryptocurrency mining in free industrial zones, removing its privileged status, as the sector consumes vast energy with minimal fiscal return for Georgia.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 19:15

Why Crypto Farms in Georgia Have Become a Subject of Dispute Over the Energy System

cryptonews.ruYesterday 19:15

Trump Earns Over $1 Billion in Cryptocurrency Amid Market Downturn

Donald Trump earned over $1 billion from cryptocurrency in the past year, according to his 2025 financial disclosure. The income, generated while he was in office, came primarily from a meme coin bearing his name and tokens from World Liberty Financial. This occurred as the broader crypto market experienced a significant downturn, with Bitcoin falling about 50% from its previous high. Key sources included roughly $635 million in royalties from the meme coin business and over $500 million from World Liberty Financial token sales. The disclosure also lists major holdings in Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other crypto assets through entities like DT Marks Defi LLC and CIC Digital LLC, with individual positions valued over $50 million. The report highlights investments in crypto-related stocks like Coinbase and mentions a $6 million income from an NFT licensing deal. Trump's substantial personal gains from the industry, alongside his administration's pro-crypto policies, have fueled criticism and debates over potential conflicts of interest, particularly during legislative discussions on digital asset market regulation.

cryptonews.ruYesterday 18:34

Trump Earns Over $1 Billion in Cryptocurrency Amid Market Downturn

cryptonews.ruYesterday 18:34

MiCA is coming for DeFi vaults, but regulation will be difficult

The European Commission is exploring whether to extend the Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation to cover decentralized finance (DeFi) lending and borrowing, including lending vaults. These vaults, which channel billions into on-chain credit markets, present significant regulatory challenges because their decentralized structure doesn't map neatly onto existing financial frameworks. Their legal status is currently based on non-binding interpretations that they fall outside MiCA and EU fund rules. The article uses Morpho's decentralized lending protocol as an example, illustrating how responsibilities are divided among various participants (owner, curator, allocator, sentinel), making it difficult to identify a single "provider" to regulate. Experts warn that broadly categorizing "DeFi lending" could inadvertently capture vastly different structures. They argue that any regulatory approach should focus on the specific structure and control mechanisms of a vault, rather than using decentralization as a simple dividing line, and that DeFi lending may require a dedicated, carefully crafted framework distinct from traditional finance. The Commission's consultation closes on September 30, 2026. The core challenge for regulators is not just whether to regulate DeFi lending, but how to design rules that distinguish between different forms of on-chain lending and the entities that control them.

cointelegraph08/22 13:36

MiCA is coming for DeFi vaults, but regulation will be difficult

cointelegraph08/22 13:36

The End of APK Freedom? No, Google's Restrictions Will Not Affect Everyone or Everywhere

Google is introducing new rules for installing third-party APK files, but the restrictions will only affect some users and won't completely block app installation from unofficial sources. The company is implementing an "Advanced Flow" mechanism to combat fraud. However, its application is limited geographically, technically, and in timing. The new requirements will first take effect in Brazil, Indonesia, Singapore, and Thailand starting September 30, 2026, with a global rollout planned for 2027. The Advanced Flow system only works on Google-certified devices with pre-installed Google Mobile Services (GMS). Chinese versions of Android, which legally lack full GMS, are unaffected. Even on global devices with GMS, custom ROMs and ADB installations remain unrestricted. For affected users, a specific protocol is established. This involves enabling Developer Options, confirming no external pressure, rebooting, and then waiting a 24-hour protection period before a biometric/PIN confirmation grants installation permission for 7 days or indefinitely. Google states this creates friction for mass users while preserving technical capabilities for informed choice. A data-driven perspective notes that Advanced Flow is delivered via Google Play Services, not the core Android OS, meaning Google could modify or disable it remotely. Critics, including F-Droid and the EFF, warn this could follow a historical pattern where initial "trusted installer" mechanisms gradually expanded platform control over user choice. The long-term impact will depend on practical application beyond the stated policy.

cryptonews.ru08/21 12:13

The End of APK Freedom? No, Google's Restrictions Will Not Affect Everyone or Everywhere

cryptonews.ru08/21 12:13

Garlinghouse Says 67M US Crypto Owners Show Industry Has Gone Mainstream

Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse cites a new survey estimating that 67 million Americans, roughly 25% of U.S. adults, own cryptocurrency. He argues this signals the industry's move from a niche interest into the financial mainstream. The figure, from the National Cryptocurrency Association and Harris Poll's 2026 report, is based on a survey of 10,000 respondents rather than a verified registry, but still indicates significant adoption. Garlinghouse uses the data to support the argument that crypto now has a substantial user base, influencing both commercial strategies and political policy. The growing ownership implies crypto can no longer be ignored by lawmakers, shifting the debate from whether people will adopt crypto to how they will use it. The report acknowledges survey estimates require careful interpretation but underscores crypto's expanding role in everyday finance.

bitcoinist08/21 05:55

Garlinghouse Says 67M US Crypto Owners Show Industry Has Gone Mainstream

bitcoinist08/21 05:55

CFTC Chairman Reveals Plans: The Next Frontier, Crypto, Computing Power Markets, and Prediction Markets

CFTC Chairman Michael S. Selig outlined a regulatory roadmap targeting three new frontiers: crypto assets, AI compute power, and prediction markets. Regarding crypto, while preferring comprehensive legislation like the CLARITY Act, the CFTC is preparing to use its existing authority to potentially designate platforms as regulated "Crypto Asset Markets" if Congress fails to act. For AI, the focus is on developing markets for GPU compute power, treating it as a tradable commodity for price discovery and risk management. For prediction markets, the CFTC is moving beyond the "gambling" debate to propose specific rules for event contracts, focusing on product listing standards, market manipulation prevention, and retail investor protection. The chairman emphasized a consistent philosophy: establishing clear regulatory frameworks is essential for fostering responsible innovation in these emerging financial areas.

marsbit08/21 03:41

CFTC Chairman Reveals Plans: The Next Frontier, Crypto, Computing Power Markets, and Prediction Markets

marsbit08/21 03:41

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