The U.S. Federal Reserve held interest rates steady at 4.25%–4.50% during its May 7, 2025 meeting, as expected. Officials said more clarity is needed before making further moves, citing Q1 GDP contraction of 0.3% and stable labor markets. Crypto markets remained calm, with Bitcoin trading around $96,300. Investors are now watching for hints of rate cuts later this year. If confirmed, lower rates could boost digital asset flows. Tokenized Treasuries and yield-bearing stablecoins remain a focus as real-world asset platforms gain traction.