BlackRock questions key factors for policy under Fed Chair Warsh

The post Bitcoin ETFs Log Third Straight Day of Inflows Led by BlackRock’s $54.8M IBIT appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Bitcoin News US spot Bitcoin (BTC) exchange-traded funds extended their recovery for a third consecutive trading day, with the product category posting $21.44 million in net inflows. The rebound was carried almost entirely by BlackRock’s IBIT, which absorbed $54.8 million on the session and single-handedly offset redemptions elsewhere in the complex. It marks the most durable stretch of positive flows for the Bitcoin fund category since a punishing June selloff, and it arrives while spot price sits near the $62,000 area. On-chain and flow data we track show the turn is real but still fragile, not yet a confirmed demand reversal. The three-day run followed a broader two-session snapback in which US spot Bitcoin ETFs pulled in roughly $500 million combined, ending a multi-week bleed. The official flow data records $221.72 million of net inflows on July 2 and $265.69

Rising oil prices and geopolitical tensions may drive inflation, prompting potential Fed rate hikes, impacting economic stability and growth. The post US stocks fall as oil surges on renewed US-Iran tensions appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

AI demand's inflationary impact may prompt tighter Fed policies, affecting economic stability and market expectations for future rates. The post Fed minutes highlight AI demand as new inflation risk appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

The post Bitcoin Drops Gains As Bulls Cut Risk Ahead of Fed Minutes Release appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Bitcoin (BTC) trades slightly above $62,000 and is down nearly 2% over the past 24 hours amid a risk-off mood across global markets. The pressure is not coming from crypto exclusively and is more so attributed to a sharp selloff in semiconductor and AI stocks.  Renewed profit-taking from Samsung sent Asian markets reeling overnight, and military escalation between the US and Iran sent oil up around 5%. As a result, US stocks opened lower, and on Wednesday the Federal Reserve released the minutes from its June meeting, a report traders typically watch closely for clues on the timing of any rate cut.  Currently, markets price roughly a 73% chance the Fed holds rates steady at its next meeting on July 29, but the major takeaway for investors will be how the tone of the minutes frames the Fed’s view on inflation and interest rates.   Bitcoin buyers quickly became sellers  Bitcoi

The post Japanese Yen falls as Fed Minutes revive tightening bets appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The Japanese Yen (JPY) depreciates by over 0.26% against the US Dollar (USD) on Wednesday within familiar levels, as the Federal Reserve’s (Fed) last meeting minutes showed that the majority of participants indicated that “some policy firming would likely be warranted.” The USD/JPY pair trades at 162.54 after bottoming near 162.03. USD/JPY weakens as hawkish Fed minutes lift Dollar and yields Market mood is mixed, following US President Donald Trump’s change of tone, turning more hawkish against Iran’s behavior, threatening to escalate the conflict. This boosted the Greenback as the US Dollar Index (DXY) reclaimed the 101.00 figure. Digging into the US central bank’s minutes, all officials supported leaving rates unchanged and saw a stable labor market. Most participants “preferred” not to use the previous language, pointing to scenarios in which prices would remain elevated due to AI

The post Breaking: FOMC Minutes lean toward higher-for-longer narrative appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. The June FOMC Minutes reinforced the Fed’s cautious approach as policymakers unanimously agreed to maintain interest rates unchanged while keeping a close eye on inflation risks. Although officials agreed that downside risks to the labour market had eased somewhat, they generally continued to view upside risks to inflation as elevated. Several participants warned that persistent price pressures could stem from stronger AI-related investment, higher tariffs or renewed tensions in the Middle East, with staff projections revised to show higher inflation in both 2026 and 2027 than previously expected. Importantly, a few policymakers judged that another rate hike could eventually become appropriate, although they still supported leaving policy unchanged at the June meeting. Almost all of those participants indicated that additional tightening would likely be warranted should inflatio

The post Blackrock’s IBIT Lifts Bitcoin ETFs With $54.8 Million as Inflows Reach Day 3 appeared on BitcoinEthereumNews.com. Key Takeaways Bitcoin ETFs added $21.44M, extending inflows to 3 straight sessions led by Blackrock IBIT. Ether ETFs gained $26.93M, while HYPE and solana also attracted fresh investor demand. XRP ETFs were inactive as July’s recovery hinges on sustained multi-day ETF inflows. Ether ETFs Extend 4-Day Inflow Run as Blackrock’s ETHA Adds $26.9 Million The rebound did not roar. It held. After weeks of bruising redemptions, crypto ETFs continued to draw capital for another session, even if the pace slowed from Monday’s stronger start. Bitcoin and ether remained the center of attention, with both categories extending their inflow streaks. Altcoin demand also stayed firm, led by HYPE and solana products. Bitcoin and Ether Keep the Recovery Alive Bitcoin ETFs posted $21.44 million in net inflows, marking their third consecutive day in positive territory. Blackrock’s IBIT

BlackRock's strategic shift may signal a broader reevaluation of AI investments, influencing market dynamics and institutional strategies. The post BlackRock reduces AI exposure amid sector volatility: CNBC appeared first on Crypto Briefing.