Will Crypto Explode If Kevin Hassett Takes Over The Fed In 2026?
Kevin Hassett, head of the White House National Economic Council, has suddenly become the market’s base case for the next Fed chair – and crypto investors are already gaming out what a “Hassett Fed” would mean. According to Bloomberg-sourced reporting, Hassett has “emerged as the frontrunner” for President Donald Trump’s choice to lead the Federal Reserve, seen as the candidate most aligned with Trump’s preference for lower interest rates. Earlier disclosures showed Hassett previously served as an adviser to Coinbase and holds at least $1 million in Coinbase stock. How Will Hassett Impact....
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Donald Trump has pushed the Federal Reserve back into the center of the crypto macro narrative, telling reporters he “already” knows who should succeed Jerome Powell and triggering a sharp repricing in real-money prediction markets in favor of Kevin Hassett. In remarks in the Oval Office, Trump said: “I think I already know my choice,” when asked about the next Fed chair. He added that he would “love to get the guy currently in there out right now, but people are holding me back,” a clear swipe at Powell without naming him. Trump also hinted at the shape of his shortlist, saying, “We have....
Swedish fintech firm Klarna has entered the cryptocurrency space with the announcement of a USD stablecoin, set to roll out in 2026. Klarna To Launch Stablecoin On Tempo Blockchain As announced in a press release, Klarna has launched its stablecoin on Tempo’s testnet. The stablecoin, called KlarnaUSD, is backed one-to-one by the US Dollar, and […]
BitMEX co-founder, Arthur Hayes, said that the crypto bull cycle is far from over, and that it might continue well into 2026. Arthur believes the US government spending program is not yet in motion and may only start mid-2026. This could mean the US may continue printing money, flooding the market with more liquidity. Amidst global instability, […]