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This Crypto Town Hall livestream focused on the evolving regulatory environment for crypto and stablecoins in the US following a major shift at the Federal Reserve towards a more open stance on digital assets. The hosts and guests discussed the implications of Federal Reserve Governor Waller's comments about granting select fintechs a streamlined master account, which could bolster stablecoin innovation. The group also explored the recent Coinbase and BASE announcements, the importance of zero-knowledge proofs for privacy, how stablecoins may act as a bridge to broader crypto adoption, and the growing debate around CBDCs versus private stablecoins. Additional conversation covered the volatility in traditional and crypto markets, the challenges facing altcoins, and the shifting economics for platforms, banks, and stablecoin providers as tokenization spreads.

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Crypto leaders are descending on Capitol Hill this week as Washington ramps up debate over the future of digital assets — from stablecoins to tokenization. Meanwhile, the Federal Reserve is exploring a new payment account system that could pull crypto directly into the heart of the U.S. financial system. On the market front, Bitcoin hovers near $120K, awaiting key U.S. CPI data that could trigger either a breakout or a sharp pullback.

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This episode of Crypto Town Hall delves into the current dynamics in crypto, fiat currencies, and gold, with a particular focus on the evolving role of institutions and digital assets. The hosts and guests analyze market movements, discuss the growing intersection of traditional finance and crypto, and explore the strategic moves by major players like Coinbase. The conversation spans from macroeconomics—fiat, gold, and Bitcoin relations—to emerging technology shifts such as the institutionalization of crypto, upcoming innovations like Bitcoin OS, and regulatory changes impacting token launches. The goal is to provide listeners with actionable insights on navigating the fast-changing landscape of crypto and finance, emphasizing long-term thinking over short-term trading noise.

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Bitcoin’s next big move is up for debate, with some analysts eyeing $141K as a potential target while Washington’s government shutdown enters week three and crypto policy becomes a partisan battleground—Senate Democrats plan a crypto roundtable and Republicans are organizing their own CEO meeting. Meanwhile, gold’s safe-haven bid stays in focus as UBS forecasts $4,700 by early 2026, even as others warn the trade may be overheating. We’ll unpack the D.C. dynamics shaping crypto regulation, what a $141K projection would imply for BTC, and how the gold surge fits into the broader macro picture.

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Bitcoin is holding steady around $111,000, but the question everyone’s asking is...  is the bottom finally in? After billions in liquidations and months of sideways chop, traders are split between calling for a breakout and preparing for another leg down. In today’s episode, we dig into Bitcoin’s price action, market structure, and on-chain signals to determine whether this is the last dip before the next rally or just the calm before more pain.

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Markets are on edge as gold cools off near record highs, traders brace for new U.S.–China trade fallout, and crypto faces another week of uncertainty. Bloomberg reports that gold is holding near $2,580, while analysts warn the trade has become overheated after months of relentless inflows. Meanwhile, China’s tech giants have paused their Hong Kong stablecoin plans, signaling fresh regulatory pressure in Asia. In the U.S., the Federal Reserve’s Payments Innovation Conference put a spotlight on tokenization, CBDCs, and digital payments, underscoring how central banks are racing to modernize money.

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This live session is a Crypto Town Hall discussion with an expert panel discussing recent crypto industry events, market cycles, and broader financial trends. The goal is to break down current issues affecting crypto—from stablecoin mishaps and global scams to market cycles, the role of central banks, and the interplay between gold, Bitcoin, stocks, and treasuries. The conversation captures market sentiment, regulatory concerns, and evolving narratives, offering both macro views and ground-level insights for traders and investors.

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Bitcoin is holding strong around $111,000, but traders are asking the big question — is Uptober officially over or are we gearing up for a major reversal? With a potential Fed rate cut on the horizon, massive ETF inflows, and tech stocks showing signs of recovery, the next few days could decide Bitcoin’s fate.

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