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Crypto Alpha, 16 July 2024

Daily Alpha on All Things Crypto, Web3 and Blockchain

TL;DR

  • A Bloomberg ETF analyst predicts a spot Ethereum ETF could be launched on July 23.

  • BlackRock's CEO refers to Bitcoin as digital gold.

  • UK regulatory bodies are requesting details on digital wallet information.

  • The U.S. Republican Party has officially nominated Trump as their presidential candidate.

  • Goldman Sachs suggests the Fed has ample justification to reduce interest rates in July.

  • Trump endorses Senator J.D. Vance as the ideal vice presidential candidate.

  • Over 140 million USDT on the TRON chain has been frozen across three addresses.

  • Powell states that waiting for inflation to hit 2% before cutting interest rates would be too late.

  • A new lawsuit accuses Tether of market manipulation in the crypto space.

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Alpha of the Day

Ethereum ETF: The Wait May Soon Be Over

Hold onto your crypto wallets, folks! A Bloomberg ETF analyst has everyone buzzing with the prediction that a spot Ethereum ETF could be launched on July 23. It’s like the crypto world’s version of waiting for a Marvel movie premiere, but with more financial jargon and fewer superheroes. If this happens, Ethereum enthusiasts might just have a new reason to celebrate—right after they decipher what an ETF actually does.

Bitcoin: Digital Gold, Says BlackRock CEO

In a surprising twist that shocked precisely no one, BlackRock's CEO has dubbed Bitcoin "digital gold." This is a bit like saying water is wet, but it’s still nice to have it on record. With this endorsement from the financial giant, Bitcoin’s status as the go-to digital asset is getting even shinier. Who needs Fort Knox when you’ve got blockchain?

Digital Wallets: UK Regulators Want the 411

UK regulatory bodies are now calling for more transparency regarding digital wallet information. It’s like they’re the nosy neighbor who just has to know what’s going on in your backyard. Expect more paperwork and less privacy, but hey, at least Big Brother will be well-informed about your Dogecoin holdings.

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Trump Gets the Nod: Officially Nominated by the GOP

The U.S. Republican Party has given Trump the official nod as their presidential candidate. It’s like that moment in a reality show where the contestant you knew would win gets the final rose. Love him or hate him, Trump is back in the political arena, ready to make headlines and maybe some new memes along the way.

Goldman Sachs: Fed Rate Cuts on the Horizon

Goldman Sachs is throwing its weight behind the idea that the Fed should cut interest rates in July. It’s the financial equivalent of telling everyone to calm down and enjoy the summer sales. With this kind of backing, rate cuts are starting to sound more like a sure thing and less like wishful thinking.

Vance for VP: Trump’s Endorsement

Trump has named Senator J.D. Vance as his top pick for vice presidential candidate, calling him the best choice for the role. It’s like casting the perfect sidekick in a blockbuster movie, complete with political plot twists and drama. Vance better get his cape ready because this election season is going to be a wild ride.

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USDT Freeze: $140 Million on TRON Chain Locked

In a plot twist worthy of a heist movie, over 140 million USDT on the TRON chain has been frozen across three addresses. This crypto caper has everyone wondering what’s next for these digital dollars. For now, they’re on ice, and the crypto community is left to speculate on the whodunit and why.

Powell: Don’t Wait Too Long for Rate Cuts

Fed Chair Powell has a warning for all the procrastinators out there: waiting until inflation hits 2% before cutting interest rates is like waiting for the perfect wave—you’ll miss it. He’s advocating for action sooner rather than later, proving that even in finance, timing is everything.

Tether Trouble: New Market Manipulation Lawsuit

Tether is in hot water again with a fresh lawsuit accusing it of manipulating the crypto market. It’s like déjà vu all over again for the stablecoin giant. As the legal battles heat up, everyone’s watching to see if Tether will sink or swim in this latest chapter of crypto courtroom drama.

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