According to BlockBeats, the Jackson Hole Symposium is the focal point this week. ANZ economist Shwetha Sunilkumar noted that while U.S. Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell was candid about the reasons for a rate cut at last year's meeting, he may not be as forthcoming this year. Sunilkumar added that Powell might indicate a higher likelihood of further easing policies this year but is unlikely to commit to a specific timeline. This caution comes amid heightened inflation concerns following stronger-than-expected July data on services and producer prices. She also mentioned that some regional Federal Reserve officials have become more cautious about the timing of future easing. The bank's baseline expectation remains that the Federal Reserve will cut rates at the September meeting.

Just as Microsoft Excel drives traditional financial operations, the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM) is becoming a new ledger software that Wall Street must equip. Only in this way can they maintain their market share and avoid being disrupted by innovations in the Ethereum ecosystem.

According to Foresight News, retired NBA star Scottie Pippen recently took to social media to predict a significant rise in Bitcoin's value, suggesting it could reach $133,000. Pippen shared a cryptic message, describing a dream-like experience where he envisioned Bitcoin and blockchain technology. In his post, he mentioned seeing the number 133, which he interpreted as a bullish sign for Bitcoin's future. Pippen's tweet drew attention for its imaginative narrative, linking his basketball past with his current interest in cryptocurrency.

According to PANews, on August 18, digital currency stocks in China's A-share market showed upward volatility. Several stocks, including Eastcompeace, StarNet Ruijie, and Zhongke Jincai, reached their daily limit. Other stocks such as Guoao Technology, Hengbao Co., and Yinzhijie also saw gains.

According to Foresight News, Bitcoin's value has dropped below 115,000 USDT, currently trading at 115,165.69 USDT. This marks a daily decrease of 2.08%.

Key PointsMarket volatility across stocks, bonds, gold, and Bitcoin has fallen to multi-year lows.Traders expect 25 bps Fed rate cut in September after an 8-month pause.Analysts warn markets may be too complacent, with sticky inflation and trade risks still looming.A wave of calm has swept across global markets as investors brace for Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s speech at the Jackson Hole Symposium, running Aug. 21–23.Bitcoin’s 30-day implied volatility has plunged to near two-year lows (~36%), according to Volmex and Deribit indices.Gold volatility (GVZ) dropped to 15.22%, its lowest since January.The MOVE index (Treasuries) touched a 3.5-year low, while Wall Street’s VIX fell below 14%, sharply lower than April highs near 45%.Why It MattersMarkets are pricing in the resumption of Fed rate cuts in September, with expectations of a 25 basis point reduction, according to CME’s FedWatch tool. JPMorgan forecasts the Fed funds rate could fall to 3.25%–3.5% by Q1 2026, down from 4.25%.Commentators note this easing cycle differs from past crises — cuts are coming from restrictive levels, with real rates still positive. This dynamic has fueled record highs in both equities and crypto.Caution Flags: Complacency RiskNot everyone is convinced the calm will last:Sticky inflation and Trump’s tariff policies threaten growth.Corporate bond spreads are at their narrowest since 2007, prompting Goldman Sachs to urge hedging.Analysts warn that volatility is mean-reverting, suggesting today’s calm could precede turbulence.Edward Jones strategist Angelo Kourkafas said Powell’s remarks could “validate high expectations” for September cuts, but also cautioned that the path may be uneven as the Fed balances inflation risks with slowing labor markets.

The cryptocurrency landscape has been rocked by a significant development as approximately $300 million associated with scams has been frozen across various platforms, spanning from Solana to Ethereum. This alarming figure highlights the widespread nature of fraudulent activities in the crypto space, prompting regulatory actions and heightened scrutiny on platforms dealing with digital currencies worldwide. The move aims to protect investors and restore confidence in the market, showcasing the ongoing battle against crypto-related scams that have proliferated in recent years. source: https://voiceofcrypto.online/news/scam-crypto-300m-frozen-global-crackdown

On Aug 18, 2025, 05:40 AM(UTC). According to Binance Market Data, BNB has dropped below 830 USDT and is now trading at 829.679993 USDT, with a narrowed 2.29% decrease in 24 hours.

The highly anticipated Jackson Hole U.S. central bank symposium is underway. Powell is not expected to reveal the September interest rate decision in advance. His speech will be a crucial battle for him to defend the Fed's independence and balance economic and political considerations.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong pushes "Everything Exchange" project forward, focusing on comprehensive asset trading. source: https://coincu.com/355589-coinbase-everything-exchange-project

Nearly $4 billion vanished in July after a cluster of Chinese microcap stocks, all listed on Nasdaq, crashed more than 80% in just a few trading days. The names that tanked, Concorde International, Ostin Technology, Top KingWin, Skyline Builders, Everbright Digital, Park Ha Biological Technology, and Pheton Holdings, had all exploded in price shortly before […] source: https://www.cryptopolitan.com/investors-lose-nearly-4b-in-microcap-stocks/

The milestone underscores how Ethereum is solidifying its role as the primary settlement layer for both stablecoins and institutional tokenization. source: https://coindoo.com/tokenized-assets-hit-270b-as-ethereum-dominates-on-chain-finance/

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Japan is set to approve its first yen-backed stablecoin this autumn, led by fintech firm JPYC. The token will be tied one-to-one with the yen and supported by bank deposits and government bonds.

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The move, driven by intense lobbying from private equity and cryptocurrency groups, will reshape the financial future of millions of Americans.

Golden Finance has launched the 2789th issue of "Golden Morning 8", a morning report on the cryptocurrency and blockchain industry, to provide you with the latest and fastest digital currency and blockchain industry news.