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TREE NEWS update: Federal Reserve official Musalem revealed that he advocated for an interest rate hike in July, signaling a hawkish stance amid ongoing inflation concerns. This comment adds to the debate over the Fed’s next policy move, potentially impacting global financial markets.

TREE NEWS update: The US Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has issued a warning to cryptocurrency holders to be cautious of fraudulent letters that contain QR codes, which could lead to phishing scams. The agency advises taxpayers to verify the authenticity of any IRS correspondence and avoid scanning QR codes from suspicious sources.

TREE NEWS update: US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announced a press conference for next Monday to discuss economic sanctions against Iran. The event will address related actions, signaling potential new measures. This development could impact global oil markets and geopolitical tensions.

TREE NEWS reports: Treasury Secretary Bessent indicated that the scale of US Treasury buybacks could surpass the previously announced $4 billion. This suggests a more aggressive approach to managing the government’s debt profile, potentially impacting bond markets and liquidity.

TREE NEWS update: Blockstream CEO Adam Back predicts Bitcoin will reach $1 million sooner than most anticipate, citing growing institutional adoption and macroeconomic tailwinds. He argues that the current market underestimates the speed of Bitcoin’s price appreciation.

TREE NEWS reports: Bitcoin’s price surged past $72,000 on Thursday, following a meeting between President Trump and crypto executives where he urged lawmakers to pass the Clarity Act. The cryptocurrency jumped nearly 12% in 24 hours, trading around $71,758 in New York.

TREE NEWS reports: USDT is disappearing from regulated European platforms due to MiCA, but this has not weakened global demand for Tether. The regulatory pressure appears to have minimal impact outside Europe.

TREE NEWS update: CFTC Chairman stated that regardless of whether the Clarity Act passes, the crypto industry will ultimately face clear regulatory rules. This signals a move toward more defined oversight for digital assets in the US.

TREE NEWS update: The US Treasury has proposed new investment rules for the ‘Trump Account,’ aiming to regulate how funds are managed. This move could impact market confidence and crypto policies.

TREE NEWS update: Micron Technology announced plans to invest $250 billion in the United States, aiming to create 90,000 jobs. This major capital expenditure underscores a broader trend of domestic semiconductor manufacturing expansion, though it has no direct link to crypto or RWA tokenization.

TREE NEWS reports: San Francisco Fed President Mary Daly stated that she sees no evidence requiring the Federal Reserve to raise interest rates ahead of schedule. Her comments suggest the central bank remains patient on monetary policy amid current economic conditions.

TREE NEWS reports: The US initial jobless claims for the week ending August 15 came in at 206,000, lower than the expected 210,000. This indicates a resilient labor market, which may influence Federal Reserve monetary policy decisions.

TREE NEWS update: US continuing jobless claims for the week ending August 8 reached 1.799 million, exceeding the expected 1.79 million. This indicates a slight softening in the labor market, which could influence Federal Reserve policy decisions.

TREE NEWS reports: The 30-year Treasury yield hit a 2007 high, prompting Treasury Secretary Bessent to expand long-dated bond buybacks. This move, dubbed ‘Operation Twist’ by analysts, aims to manage long-end supply amid rising deficits, AI-driven debt issuance, and shifting demand from Japan. The real concern is whether fiscal policy is increasingly managing long-term financial conditions.

TREE NEWS update: Bitcoin broke above $70,000 following Trump’s pro-crypto remarks, with a 24-hour gain of over 10%. 13F filings show major institutions like Jane Street, BlackRock, and JPMorgan increased their Bitcoin exposure in Q2 2026 despite the price drop, suggesting smart money positioned ahead of the rally. Analysts are divided on whether this marks the end of the bear market or a local top.

TREE NEWS update: US stock index futures showed slight declines, with Dow and Nasdaq futures dipping, reflecting cautious market sentiment. The movement suggests investors are awaiting further cues, though no major catalysts were cited.

TREE NEWS update: Meta is planning to invest several hundred million dollars in Microsoft’s Azure AI services, according to sources. The deal would deepen the partnership between the two tech giants and boost Microsoft’s AI cloud business.