Trump Named Most Influential Person of 2025, Reshapes Crypto Landscape
U.S. President Trump has been named the most influential person of 2025, having the greatest impact on the crypto political landscape this year. The Trump administration shifted from skepticism to open support, pushing digital assets to the center of the U.S. economic strategy. This shift has brought regulatory momentum, institutional confidence, and discussions about the future role of cryptocurrencies in the U.S.
BlackRock Transfers $78.3 Million Worth of Ethereum to Coinbase
BlackRock transferred 24,791 Ethereum, worth approximately $78.3 million, to Coinbase Prime.
Gold Hits All-Time High, Surpasses $2,800 per Ounce
Jefferies analysts noted in their 2026 outlook report that the U.S. dollar’s dominance in global foreign exchange reserves may face gradual weakening, partly due to President Trump’s tariff policies on trade partners. The report states that recent trade wars have undermined the dollar’s status as the primary reserve currency. Although it will remain central in the short term, a slow and sustained de-dollarization trend may emerge. As geopolitical and trade tensions intensify, central banks and investors may begin to question the risks of concentrating all reserves in dollars and seek more diversified allocations, turning to other assets. Jefferies believes that gold will be the main beneficiary in this de-dollarization process.
Deutsche Bank Predicts Fed to Cut Rates by 25 Basis Points and Signal Pause
Deutsche Bank analysts report that the Federal Reserve is likely to announce its third and final 25 basis point rate cut of 2025 on Wednesday, and the decision may not be unanimous. Analysts expect Fed Chair Powell to emphasize that the threshold for further rate cuts in early 2026 is very high and to signal a short-term pause in rate cuts.
Bitcoin ETFs Attract $352 Million, XRP Funds Remain Hot
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $352 million in inflows, continuing their rebound momentum, while XRP funds remain popular.
Pakistani Minister Recommends Including Bitcoin in National Reserves
A Pakistani minister stated that Pakistan should purchase Bitcoin as part of its national reserves.
UAE Official Calls Bitcoin a Pillar of Financial Future, Buying for Reserves
A UAE government official said Bitcoin is a key pillar of the financial future, and the country is buying Bitcoin as a reserve asset.
BlackRock has submitted an official prospectus (Form S-1) to the U.S. SEC for the iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF, which will become its fourth crypto-related ETF product. BlackRock has previously applied for spot Bitcoin, spot Ethereum, and “Bitcoin yield” ETFs.
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AiCoin Daily Report (December 09)
U.S. President Trump has been named the most influential person of 2025, having the greatest impact on the crypto political landscape this year. The Trump administration shifted from skepticism to open support, pushing digital assets to the center of the U.S. economic strategy. This shift has brought regulatory momentum, institutional confidence, and discussions about the future role of cryptocurrencies in the U.S.
BlackRock transferred 24,791 Ethereum, worth approximately $78.3 million, to Coinbase Prime.
Jefferies analysts noted in their 2026 outlook report that the U.S. dollar’s dominance in global foreign exchange reserves may face gradual weakening, partly due to President Trump’s tariff policies on trade partners. The report states that recent trade wars have undermined the dollar’s status as the primary reserve currency. Although it will remain central in the short term, a slow and sustained de-dollarization trend may emerge. As geopolitical and trade tensions intensify, central banks and investors may begin to question the risks of concentrating all reserves in dollars and seek more diversified allocations, turning to other assets. Jefferies believes that gold will be the main beneficiary in this de-dollarization process.
Deutsche Bank analysts report that the Federal Reserve is likely to announce its third and final 25 basis point rate cut of 2025 on Wednesday, and the decision may not be unanimous. Analysts expect Fed Chair Powell to emphasize that the threshold for further rate cuts in early 2026 is very high and to signal a short-term pause in rate cuts.
Bitcoin ETFs recorded $352 million in inflows, continuing their rebound momentum, while XRP funds remain popular.
A Pakistani minister stated that Pakistan should purchase Bitcoin as part of its national reserves.
A UAE government official said Bitcoin is a key pillar of the financial future, and the country is buying Bitcoin as a reserve asset.
BlackRock has submitted an official prospectus (Form S-1) to the U.S. SEC for the iShares Staked Ethereum Trust ETF, which will become its fourth crypto-related ETF product. BlackRock has previously applied for spot Bitcoin, spot Ethereum, and “Bitcoin yield” ETFs.
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