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Institutional Push: BlackRock’s Bitcoin Trust holds 662,500 BTC; Trump Media and Fidelity invest $2.5B and $25M in Bitcoin, respectively.Regulatory Boost: U.S. crypto policy report nears release, hinting at a Bitcoin reserve and pro-crypto laws.Market Snapshot: Bitcoin trades at $115,849.80, Ethereum at $3,668.38, XRP at $3.47. Meme coins like Dogecoin and Bonk surge on ETF hopes and whale activity.Trends: AI-blockchain integration and tokenized securities ($12B on-chain) gain traction. Stablecoin volumes may hit $300B daily by year-end.
Predictions
Bitcoin: Could hit $133,300 by August 28; 2025 targets range from $151,200 to $200,000, with pullbacks possible to $78,000.Ethereum: May reach $4,495–$6,000 in 2025, driven by DeFi and ETF inflows.Altcoins: XRP ($4.14–$5.25), Solana ($495–$590), and meme coins like Dogecoin ($0.35) poised for gains.Risks: Regulatory hurdles and economic downturns could trigger volatility.
The crypto market remains bullish, with institutional adoption and regulatory clarity fueling optimism, though caution is advised amid speculative meme coin rallies.
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[8/1, 4:02 AM] null: WHITE HOUSE SAYS COUNTRIES NOT LISTED IN ANNEX I WILL BE SUBJECT TO A 10% TARIFF
[8/1, 4:02 AM] null: WHITE HOUSE: TRUMP WILL MODIFY CERTAIN COUNTRIES TARIFF RATES BEFORE MIDNIGHT
[8/1, 4:04 AM] null: JUST IN: 🇺🇸🇨🇦 President Trump raises tariffs on Canada to 35% from 25%.
[8/1, 4:05 AM] null: WHITE HOUSE: GOODS TRANSSHIPPED TO EVADE 35% TARIFF ON CANADA WILL BE SUBJECT, INSTEAD, TO A TRANSSHIPMENT TARIFF OF 40%
[8/1, 4:10 AM] null: TRUMP ON RUSSIA : WE ARE GOING TO PUT SANCTIONS
[8/1, 4:16 AM] null: TARIFF RATE OF 15% FOR TURKEY
[8/1, 4:16 AM] null: SOUTH AFRICA RECIPROCAL TARIFF RATE 30%
[8/1, 4:17 AM] null: TARIFF RATE OF 15% FOR VENEZUELA
[8/1, 4:20 AM] null: Just In Tariffs On These Countries
US SETS 20% TARIFF ON TAIWAN
US SETS 19% TARIFF ON CAMBODIA
US SETS 19% TARIFF ON THAILAND
US SETS 19% TARIFF ON MALAYSIA
US SETS 20% TARIFF ON VIETNAM
US SETS 39% TARIFF ON SWITZERLAND
US SETS 19% TARIFF ON INDONESIA
TARIFF RATE OF 15% FOR TURKEY
SOUTH AFRICA RECIPROCAL TARIFF RATE 30%
SOUTH AFRICA RECIPROCAL TARIFF RATE 30%
[8/1, 4:29 AM] null: IF U.S. HAS SURPLUS WITH A COUNTRY, TARIFF RATE IS 10%, SENIOR U.S. OFFICIAL SAYS
[8/1, 4:29 AM] null: SMALL DEFICIT NATIONS HAVE 15% TARIFF, SENIOR U.S. OFFICIAL SAYS
[8/1, 4:35 AM] null: BREAKING: Trump has instituted new tariffs.
35% on Canada
20% on Taiwan
15% on New Zealand
39% on Switzerland
19% on Cambodia
15% on Turkey
15% on South Korea, Venezuela, Israel
20% on Sri Lanka
40% on Laos, Myanmar
20% on Vietnam
19% on Indonesia
Small deficit nations have a 15% tariff.
If the US has a surplus with a country, the tariff rate is 10%.
[8/1, 4:37 AM] null: Countries with U.S. Trade Deals (Safe for now)
European Union 🇪🇺
A U.S.–EU framework deal was signed around July 27, setting a 15% tariff (instead of the threatened 30%). This deal protects EU exports from full tariff escalation.
 
Japan 🇯🇵
A trade deal signed recently, lowering tariffs on autos and industrial exports to 15%, backed by large-scale investment and access commitments.

United Kingdom 🇬🇧
An Economic Prosperity Deal in principle is in place with the U.S., protecting UK-origin goods from new punitive tariffs.

South Korea 🇰🇷
A deal protects it from escalating tariffs, with negotiated bilateral terms in place.
[8/1, 4:38 AM] null: Countries Still Negotiating (At Risk of Tariffs)
China 🇨🇳
No final trade deal yet. A temporary truce extends tariff suspension only until August 12. After that, country-specific tariffs could resume — possibly up to 30% or higher.
  
  
Mexico 🇲🇽
A 90‑day extension granted, delaying some price hikes, but no long-term trade deal finalized yet. Elevated tariffs still apply (up to 30%).

India 🇮🇳
Negotiations are underway, but no signed agreement yet. Tariffs of ~25% are expected if no deal by August 1.

Taiwan, Malaysia, Thailand, Cambodia (initially)
Some have completed deals; others still finalizing framework details — most are not fully safe if details remain incomplete by the deadline.
  
Brazil 🇧🇷, South Africa, Switzerland, Thailand, and others
Many remain under threat of higher tariffs (up to 50%) with no deal finalized yet. Negotiations remain active.

In the middle of an already turbulent day for crypto markets, XRP found itself at the center of a liquidation event that was less about price and more about positioning. The token lost just under 4% in quotes — not exactly a dramatic collapse — but that was enough to trigger more than $38 million in long liquidations, against a comparatively tiny $2.7 million on the short side, as per CoinGlass.
That is not just imbalance — that is a market leaning so far in one direction it made bulls trip over their own weight.
It is not the largest liquidation event in dollar terms — Ethereum and Bitcoin took bigger nominal hits — but in terms of imbalance, XRP was in a league of its own. More than 93% of all liquidations were from longs, which gives a pretty good indication of how traders were positioned heading into this move.

The price traded around $2.99 earlier in the day, and with the general sense of greed, the crowd was clearly leaning too far forward. When the pullback kicked in, it did not take much to send the dominoes falling.
What's next?
The drawdown to just below $2.95 forced a reset. Price is still holding that zone for now, but with funding rates likely cooling and leverage getting flushed out, the real question becomes whether this was just a liquidation shakeout or the start of a larger recalibration.
A move below $2.90 would put bulls in a tight spot, especially if general market weakness continues.
For now, XRP’s chart looks deceptively calm. But the liquidation footprint it left behind suggests that underneath the surface, a lot of conviction just got liquidated — and markets may not be as one-sided next time around.$XRP
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The rates of most of the coins are falling today, according to CoinStats.

BTC/USD
The price of Bitcoin (BTC) has fallen by 2.13% over the last 24 hours.

On the hourly chart, the rate of BTC is closer to the resistance than to the support level. As most of the daily ATR has been passed, there are low chances of seeing sharp moves by tomorrow.

On the longer time frame, the price of the main crypto has made a false breakout of the support of $114,518.
If the candle closes far from that mark, one can expect a bounce back to the $116,000 mark.

From the midterm point of view, the rate is testing the $114,518 level. If it breaks out, the accumulated energy might be enough for an ongoing drop to the $112,000 zone.
Bitcoin is trading at $115,145 at press time.

Major cryptocurrencies, including BTC and ETH, experienced volatile trading as the dollar strengthened following new U.S. tariffs
Mena, crypto research strategist at 21Shares, said in an email.
Mena added that the focus is now on Friday's U.S. nonfarm payrolls report.
Yen slides ahead of payrolls
The Japanese yen depreciated past 150.50 per Dollar in Tokyo Morning, hitting the lowest level in four months.
The decline follows Thursday's comments by BOJ Governor Kazuo Ueda, which indicated that the Japanese central bank is cautious about implementing an additional rate at an early date.
Both the yen and BTC are likely to experience increased volatility following the release of Friday's payrolls figures.
"The data likely determine whether Powell has the green light to act - or whether the Fed stays sidelined," Mena said. "For crypto, looser financial conditions would be a major tailwind. Bitcoin has historically tracked global liquidity with a short lag. If labor data confirms a cooling economy and the Fed pivots, BTC could continue its grind higher, with $150K and $200K still in play this cycle."

JUST IN: 🇷🇺🇺🇸 Former Russian President Medvedev tells President Trump to remember "how dangerous the fabled Dead Hand can be."

'Dead Hand' is a system that automatically launches nuclear missiles if Russia's leadership is destroyed.
The "Dead Hand" (Perimeter) is Russia's Cold War-era semi-automatic nuclear system. It monitors for attacks via sensors; if leadership is destroyed and comms fail, it authorizes missile launches to ensure retaliation. Still operational, per recent confirmations. Not just theory—it's real and secretive.
[8/1, 12:45 PM] null: BREAKING: President Trump imposes a massive amount of new reciprocal tariffs including:
1. Switzerland: 39%
2. Canada: Tariffs raised from 25% to 35%
3. South Africa: 30%
4. Taiwan: 20%
5. Vietnam: 20%
6. Vietnam: 20%
7. Cambodia: 19%
8. Thailand: 19%
9. Malaysia: 19%
10. Indonesia: 19%
11. Venezuela: 15%
Tariffs set to go live on August 1st at midnight.
[8/1, 12:54 PM] null: #US hits #Pakistan with 19% import duties (with a 10% Decline) as part of #Trump’s global trade crackdown.
#Pakistan among 69 nations facing tariffs of 10–41%, effective next week.
[8/1, 12:55 PM] null: The United States administration led by President Donald Trump has imposed a 19 percent tariff on Pakistani goods, revised from the previous 29 per cent, making this the lowest tariff rate of any South Asian country.
[8/1, 1:01 PM] null: Trump announces sweeping US tariffs
👉🏻Minimum 10% tariffs for all nations, higher for 60 with large US trade deficits
👉🏻Many countries see major cuts:
  🔹EU: 20% ➡ 15%
  🔹Japan: 24% ➡ 15%
  🔹India: 26% ➡ 25%
  🔹Vietnam: 46% ➡ 20%
  🔹Cambodia: 49% ➡ 19%
👉🏻Some see hikes: Switzerland 31% ➡ 39%, Philippines 17% ➡ 19%
👉🏻Changes take effect before midnight deadline

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The topic of #TrumpTariffs is trending with over 209,000 discussions, as new developments reignite debates about trade policies and their economic impact.
### Key Updates:
1. Potential Return of Tariffs: Former President Donald Trump has hinted at reinstating aggressive tariffs on imports if re-elected, targeting countries like China and Mexico to protect U.S. industries.
2. Economic Reactions: Experts warn that renewed tariffs could lead to higher consumer prices and trade wars, while supporters argue they’ll boost domestic manufacturing.
3. Global Tensions: The EU and Asia are closely monitoring U.S. trade policy shifts, with fears of retaliatory measures disrupting global supply chains.
### Why It Matters:
- Consumers: Tariffs may increase costs for electronics, clothing, and cars.
- Investors: Market volatility is expected as policies evolve.
- Politics: The issue remains a cornerstone of Trump’s 2024 campaign, drawing sharp contrasts with Biden’s approach.

As Ethereum continues to evolve with major upgrades like Ethereum 2.0 (The Merge, Dencun, and future scalability improvements), its long-term potential remains strong. Here’s a detailed prediction for Ethereum in 2026 based on fundamentals, adoption trends, and market dynamics.
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## Key Fundamentals Supporting $ETH Ethereum’s Growth
### 1. Ethereum 2.0 & Scalability Upgrades
- Proof-of-Stake (PoS) Transition: Reduces energy consumption by ~99%, making ETH more sustainable.
- Sharding & Layer-2 Solutions: Improves transaction speed and lowers gas fees, boosting adoption.
- Dencun Upgrade (2024): Introduces proto-danksharding, further enhancing scalability.
### 2. DeFi & NFT Dominance
- Ethereum remains the leading blockchain for DeFi (Decentralized Finance) and NFTs (Non-Fungible Tokens).
- Institutional adoption of tokenized assets (RWA - Real World Assets) could drive demand.
### 3. Institutional & ETF Adoption
- A potential Ethereum Spot ETF approval (2024-2025) could mirror Bitcoin’s ETF-driven bull run.
- Increased institutional interest in staking ETH for passive income.
### 4. Ethereum’s Deflationary Mechanism (EIP-1559)
- ETH supply is decreasing due to burning mechanisms, making it scarcer over time.
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## Ethereum (ETH) Price Prediction for 2026
Considering bullish adoption trends, macroeconomic factors, and historical cycles, here’s a realistic ETH price range for 2026:
| Scenario | Price Prediction (2026) |
|--------------|----------------------------|
| Conservative | $8,000 - $12,000 |
| Moderate | $12,000 - $20,000 |
| Bullish | $20,000 - $30,000+ |
### Factors That Could Push ETH Higher:
✅ Bitcoin Halving (2024): Historically triggers altcoin rallies.
✅ Global Crypto Adoption: CBDCs, Web3 growth, and enterprise blockchain use.
✅ Regulatory Clarity: Favorable regulations could boost institutional inflows.
### Risks to Consider:
⚠️ Regulatory Crackdowns (e.g., SEC classifying ETH as a security).
⚠️ Competition from Solana, Cardano, and other Layer-1 blockchains.
⚠️ Macroeconomic Downturns (recession, high interest rates).
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## Final Verdict: Is Ethereum a Good Investment for 2026?
Ethereum remains a top-tier crypto asset due to its strong fundamentals, developer activity, and real-world use cases. If adoption continues at the current pace, ETH could reach $15,000-$25,000 by 2026, especially in a bullish macro environment.
Investors should DCA (Dollar-Cost Average) and monitor key developments like ETF approvals, staking trends, and Layer-2 advancements.
🚀 Prediction: Ethereum will likely remain a dominant smart contract platform, making it a solid long-term hold.
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Altcoins like SOL, AVAX, HYPE were down 4%-5% before paring losses, while BONK and PENGU plunged 10% then bounced back.$Crypto markets saw wild swings as the Fed left interest rates steady, but Chair Jerome Powell's hawkish comments triggered a selloff.Some $200M in leveraged positions was liquidated within an hour following the interest rate decision, CoinGlass data shows.Analyst suggests that a potential Fed pivot to lower rates could drive BTC to $150,000 by year-end.

Crypto markets saw a rise in volatility on Wednesday as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s hawkish remarks rattled leveraged traders.
Liquidations spiked to over $200 million in an hour across all digital assets as bitcoin (BTC) dipped below $116,000 while Powell spoke, CoinGlass data shows.

Crypto liquidations (CoinGlass)
The central bank left interest rates unchanged, with Powell insisting on potential inflationary pressures from tariffs, while two officials dissented in favor of cutting.
Read more: Bitcoin Tumbles Below $116K as Jerome Powell Delivers Hawkish Remarks
Later in the session, BTC bounced back above $117,000, still 0.8% down through the day and trading at the lower end of its three-week tight range. Ether (ETH) slid as much as 3%, then recovered to $3,750, modestly lower (-0.6%) over the past 24 hours.
Altcoins posted steeper declines first, but quickly rebounded. Solana’s SOL (SOL), Avalanche’s AVAX (AVAX) and Hyperliquid’s HYPE tokens were down 4%-5% before paring losses, while BONK and PENGU plunged 10% each before bouncing back.
A check on the traditional market saw Meta (META) and Microsoft (MSFT) posting strong quarterly earnings, lifting the stocks 10% and 6% higher, respectively, after regular trading hours.
"The market is increasingly starting to think the Fed may be behind the curve," Matt Mena, analyst at digital asset issuer 21Shares, said in a market note.
"Last week’s PCE print marked the second soft reading in a row, and consumer spending is weakening," he wrote. "With unemployment edging higher and real yields still restrictive, maintaining such tight policy risks overtightening into a broader slowdown."
The current setup is reminiscent of the last quarter of 2023, Mena said, with "softening inflation, rising political volatility, and a Fed constrained by lagging indicators."
He said "the stage is set" for the Fed to pivot to lower rates, which could drive BTC to $150,000 by year-end.
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As I had already predicted, the 2025 FOMC meeting resulted in a hawkish stance, with the Fed keeping interest rates higher for longer to combat inflation. This decision led to a drop in stock markets and a rally in the US dollar.
If you had taken a short position in the market before the meeting, you could have made a profit from the downward move. However, trading without proper knowledge is risky—many traders lose money by guessing instead of analyzing.
### Key Takeaways:
1. Always Research – Don’t rely on predictions alone; study economic trends.
2. Risk Management – Use stop-losses to protect your capital.
3. Learn First, Trade Later – Understanding market mechanics is crucial for long-term success.
Remember: The market rewards patience and discipline. Learn before you earn! 📉➡️📚💰
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A partnership announcement came from Coinbase and JPMorgan, two giants of the industry.
Coinbase has partnered with JP Morgan to enable credit card purchases on its platform and allow Chase customers to earn points and redeem them for USDC, according to an official announcement.
Coinbase stated that with this partnership, starting this fall, bank customers will be able to use Chase credit cards to make purchases on Coinbase.
Coinbase also stated that customers will be able to exchange Chase Ultimate Rewards Points for USDC starting in 2026, saying, “For the first time, points from a major credit card rewards program will be redeemable for cryptocurrency rewards. Chase customers will be able to convert their Chase Ultimate Rewards points into USDC on Coinbase.”
Coinbase also added that customers will be able to link their Chase account directly to Coinbase starting in 2026. This will allow Chase customers to seamlessly link their bank accounts to Coinbase as a quick and easy way to purchase cryptocurrency, in addition to all existing integrations.
“We are excited to announce a partnership with JPMorgan Chase, the largest bank in the US, to accelerate cryptocurrency adoption.We're partnering with Chase to offer their over 80 million customers 3 new ways to participate in crypto with Coinbase.”
We're partnering with @Chase to accelerate crypto adoption.Coming soon:
→ Use Chase credit cards on Coinbase
→ Redeem rewards points for USDC
→ Directly link Chase accounts to CoinbaseBridging tradfi to crypto. pic.twitter.com/ObxIaMWI3J— Coinbase 🛡️ (@coinbase) July 30, 2025
*This is not investment advice.

As the world evolves rapidly, the America Action Plan 2025 has emerged as a cornerstone of national and global discussions. This ambitious initiative outlines strategic priorities aimed at fostering economic growth, technological advancement, and sustainable development. With over 24.3K engagements and counting, the plan is sparking debates among policymakers, industry leaders, and citizens alike.
### Key Focus Areas of the Plan
1. Economic Resilience: The plan emphasizes revitalizing industries, supporting small businesses, and creating jobs through infrastructure projects and green energy investments.
2. Technological Leadership: With AI, quantum computing, and 5G at the forefront, the U.S. aims to maintain its edge in innovation while ensuring ethical AI deployment.
3. Climate Action: Ambitious carbon-neutral goals, renewable energy expansion, and eco-friendly policies are central to the 2025 agenda.
4. Healthcare Reforms: Expanding affordable care, boosting mental health services, and preparing for future pandemics are critical components.
5. Global Partnerships: Strengthening alliances and trade relations to address shared challenges like cybersecurity and supply chain stability.
### Why It Matters in 2025?
The America Action Plan isn’t just a policy—it’s a vision for the future. As geopolitical dynamics shift and technology reshapes societies, this plan positions the U.S. to lead with agility and inclusivity. Whether you’re a entrepreneur eyeing new opportunities or a citizen invested in sustainability, 2025 promises transformative changes worth watching.

The Federal Reserve has just concluded its July 2025 FOMC meeting, leaving interest rates unchanged at 4.75%-5.00%—marking the fourth consecutive pause since the last rate cut in early 2025. With inflation hovering near 2.5% and economic growth slowing, here’s what this means for markets, businesses, and consumers.
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## Why No Rate Cuts or Hikes?
🔹 Inflation Stubbornness: Core inflation remains slightly above the Fed’s 2% target.
🔹 Softening Economy: GDP growth has dipped to 1.8%, reducing urgency for hikes.
🔹 Global Pressures: A stronger dollar and weaker European demand complicate policy.
Fed Chair Lael Brainard (who succeeded Powell in 2025) emphasized:
"We need more confidence that inflation is sustainably moving toward our target before considering cuts."
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### Immediate Market Reactions
📉 Stocks: Mixed response—tech gains on stable rates, banks dip.
📈 Bonds: 10-year Treasury yield holds near 3.8%.
💵 Dollar: Strengthens slightly against euro and yen.
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## What’s Next for Consumers & Investors?
✅ Mortgages & Loans: Rates stay high (avg. 30-year mortgage at 6.2%).
✅ Savings Accounts: Still lucrative (top yields around 4.5% APY).
⚠️ Watch September: Next CPI report could tilt Fed toward late-2025 cuts.
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### 2025 Rate Cut Odds
| Month | Probability of Cut |
|--------|-------------------|
| Sept | 35% |
| Nov | 60% |
| Dec | 80% |
(Source: CME FedWatch Tool, July 2025)
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### Key Takeaway
The Fed’s extended pause signals a neutral stance—neither fighting inflation nor stimulating growth. Businesses should plan for modest borrowing costs through 2025, while investors await clearer signs of a policy shift.

In January, Trump tasked a crypto working group with laying out recommendations for a regulatory framework for digital assets, including stablecoins.
During a press briefing earlier in the day, senior administration officials said the report was likely the most comprehensive product that’s been released for digital assets.
The White House has released an awaited 168-page report outlining recommendations for how cryptocurrency should be regulated, including language around banking, a crypto stockpile, stablecoins, taxes, and illicit finance.

The report is part of an executive order issued by President Donald Trump in January that created the President's Working Group on Digital Asset Markets. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins are among other members of that group.

As part of the executive order, they were tasked with submitting a report that laid out recommendations for a regulatory framework for digital assets, which one crypto industry lead said would serve as a "regulatory Bible" or guidebook for the sector. And the working group voiced support for the sector in its report on Wednesday.

"The Working Group, as the author of this report, endorses the notion that digital assets and blockchain technologies can revolutionize not just America’s financial system, but systems of ownership and governance economy-wide," they said in the report. "American entrepreneurs who pioneer new industries using these technologies deserve both clarity on the policies that affect their efforts and praise for the progress they have made."

During a press briefing earlier in the day, senior administration officials said the report was likely the most comprehensive product that's been released for digital assets.

The working group made several recommendations in the report, including urging Congress to affirm that people can custody their own crypto without a middleman in place, as well as granting the Commodity Futures Trading Commission authority to "regulate spot markets in non-security digital assets."

The President's Working Group was also tasked with assessing the creation of a digital asset stockpile.

Trump proposed creating a digital asset stockpile and a strategic bitcoin reserve in March via an executive order. At the time, Trump had tasked Lutnick and Bessent to develop budget-neutral strategies for acquiring additional bitcoin, provided that those strategies have no incremental costs to American taxpayers.

As for the stockpile, the executive order said it would not acquire additional assets for the stockpile beyond those obtained through forfeiture proceedings. Ahead of issuing the order, President Trump announced plans to move forward with a U.S. crypto strategic reserve that included XRP, SOL, and ADA alongside BTC and ETH.

In the report on Wednesday, the working group said both the reserve and stockpile would be administered by the Treasury Department and that they would "be capitalized by forfeited digital assets."

They also said the bitcoin in the reserve will, in general, not be sold and "will be maintained as reserve assets of the United States utilized to meet governmental objectives in accordance with applicable law."

There was not a lot of language around next steps for a bitcoin reserve in the report, but senior administration officials noted that that was part of a separate executive order issued by Trump. They also said that the Treasury Department's work on the bitcoin reserve is underway and that there will be more information on that soon.

The report comes just weeks after a bill to regulate stablecoins called Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins, or GENIUS, was signed into law by President Trump. The bill would create a federal regulatory framework for stablecoins, requiring stablecoins to be fully backed by U.S. dollars or similarly liquid assets, among other requirements.

The U.S. House of Representatives also passed a bill this month to regulate the crypto industry at large, but the Senate has since released its own version of the bill.

A fact sheet circulated earlier Wednesday with recommendations from the working group to usher in the "golden age of crypto." That fact sheet referenced the House's version of market structure, nicknamed Clarity, several times.

Senior administration officials noted that Clarity received a bipartisan vote and said they would see how it plays out over the next few months.

The fact sheet also included language around crypto taxes, which had been a priority for some in the industry.