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According to Odaily, following the release of the Consumer Price Index (CPI) data, traders are predicting a 25% chance of the Federal Reserve implementing a third 25 basis point rate cut within the year. This speculation is based on the recent economic indicators and the central bank's monetary policy. The Federal Reserve has already implemented two rate cuts this year in an attempt to stimulate the economy. The potential third cut would further decrease the cost of borrowing, potentially stimulating further economic growth. However, it's important to note that these are predictions and the actual decision will depend on various factors including the state of the economy and inflation rates.

According to BlockBeats, the number of initial unemployment claims in the United States for the week ending July 6th was 222,000. This figure is lower than the anticipated 236,000 and the previous value of 238,000. The decrease in initial unemployment claims suggests an improvement in the US job market. However, the exact impact of this decrease on the overall economy is yet to be determined. Further analysis and monitoring of the job market trends are required to understand the full implications of these numbers.

According to PANews, Terraform Labs, currently in bankruptcy, is looking to sell its four subsidiaries in order to fulfill a $4.5 billion settlement agreement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and gradually cease operations. The four companies in question are Pulsar Finance, a portfolio tracking platform, Station, a cryptocurrency wallet platform, Enterprise, a no-code decentralized autonomous organization (DAO) management platform, and Warp, a smart contract automation protocol.

According to Odaily, Jerome Powell, the Chairman of the US Federal Reserve, testified before the US House Financial Services Committee on Wednesday. During the session, Congressman Josh Gottheimer questioned Powell about the US SEC's Staff Accounting Bulletin (SAB) 121. This directive requires banks to include digital assets held in custody in their balance sheets, significantly increasing the cost of providing digital asset custody services.Gottheimer referred to Powell's previous statement that custodial assets do not belong on balance sheets and have always been treated as such. Powell generally confirmed this stance but refrained from commenting on the SEC's policy, stating that it falls within the SEC's jurisdiction. Critics argue that SAB 121 weakens banks' ability to provide secure digital asset custody, pushing these services towards entities with less regulation and increasing consumer risk.Lawmakers have proposed overturning SAB 121 due to its negative impact. Despite the US Congress passing the first standalone cryptocurrency legislation to overturn SAB 121, President Biden vetoed the bill, emphasizing the need to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets.

According to Odaily, the CME's 'Federal Reserve Watch' has predicted that the Federal Reserve is likely to maintain its current interest rates in August, with a probability of 94.3%. The chance of a 25 basis point cut is estimated at 5.7%. Looking ahead to September, the likelihood of the rates remaining unchanged drops to 27.4%. The probability of a cumulative 25 basis point cut increases to 68.6%, while the chance of a cumulative 50 basis point cut is predicted at 4.0%. These predictions provide an insight into the potential future actions of the Federal Reserve, which can have significant impacts on the economy.

According to BlockBeats, US Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen has denied providing guidance or coordination to the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) regarding cryptocurrency regulation. Yellen made this statement while testifying before the US House Financial Services Committee on July 10.The Treasury Secretary's comments come amid ongoing discussions about the role of various regulatory bodies in overseeing the rapidly evolving digital currency sector. Yellen's statement indicates that she has not been directing or coordinating the actions of the SEC and CFTC, two key regulatory bodies in the US financial system.This news provides insight into the current state of cryptocurrency regulation in the US, highlighting the independence of the SEC and CFTC in their approach to this new financial technology. It also underscores the complexity of the regulatory landscape for cryptocurrencies, with multiple agencies involved and no clear guidance from the Treasury Department.

According to BlockBeats, Evercore ISI analyst Krishna Guha has given his assessment of Jerome Powell's recent comments on the 'constantly changing risk balance'. Guha interprets Powell's remarks as dovish, suggesting that he is laying the groundwork for a potential rate cut in September. This prediction is contingent on the forthcoming data, particularly the inflation report due on Thursday, maintaining and supporting the Federal Reserve's assessment of the risk balance.

According to Odaily, Loh Boon Chye, the CEO of the Singapore Exchange, has stated that the local ecosystem in Singapore is not yet prepared for a Bitcoin ETF (Exchange-Traded Fund). As time progresses and the ecosystem matures, the Singapore Exchange could be considered one of the most innovative exchanges or platforms in the world.The Singapore Exchange was formerly known as the Singapore Securities Exchange, which was established on May 24, 1973. On December 1, 1999, the Singapore Securities Exchange (SES) merged with the Singapore International Financial Exchange (SIMEX) to form the Singapore Exchange.The CEO's statement indicates that while the exchange is not currently ready to handle a Bitcoin ETF, there is potential for this to change in the future as the financial ecosystem in Singapore continues to develop and mature. This could position the Singapore Exchange as a leading innovator in the global financial market.

According to Odaily, analysts from Citi Research predict that the Federal Reserve will commence significant rate cuts in the next few months, continuing until the summer of 2025. This forecast was made last week, citing new signs of economic slowdown as the reason for the anticipated action. The analysts believe that the Federal Reserve will start reducing the rates by 25 basis points at each meeting from September 2024, resulting in a total of eight rate cuts by July 2025. This would lower the benchmark interest rate by 200 basis points, bringing it down from the current 5.25%-5.5% to 3.25%-3.5%. The rate is expected to remain unchanged for the rest of 2025. This prediction comes as a response to the emerging signs of an economic slowdown, which has led to the anticipation of these rate cuts. The Federal Reserve's actions are seen as a measure to stimulate the economy and prevent further deceleration. The impact of these rate cuts on the economy and the financial markets will be closely watched by investors and analysts alike.

According to Odaily, the Fantom Foundation has emerged victorious in a lawsuit against Multichain in the Singapore High Court. The court ruled that Multichain had breached its contract and ordered it to pay $2.1 million in damages. The court pointed out that Multichain's leadership's control over crypto assets violated the user agreement. The backdrop to this case was Multichain's admission of a key breach on social media. The Fantom Foundation plans to continue pushing for Multichain's liquidation process and provide support for the recovery and distribution of affected parties' assets. The court's decision marks a significant victory for the Fantom Foundation and serves as a reminder of the importance of adhering to user agreements in the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrency.