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The so-called "AI bubble" is extending its reach beyond cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, now causing ripples in traditional stock markets where overhyped AI investments are leading to widespread floundering. As enthusiasm for artificial intelligence cools, both digital assets and equities are facing corrections, highlighting the interconnected risks of tech-driven market euphoria.

US President Donald Trump has indicated he will soon decide on the next Federal Reserve Chair, while discussing his potential influence on interest rate policies. In recent remarks, Trump stated, "I'll be making a decision over the next few weeks," highlighting his intent to shape monetary policy in ways that could favor continued rate reductions—a development with positive implications for cryptocurrency markets.

JPMorgan has facilitated Galaxy Digital's first-ever commercial paper offering tokenized on the Solana blockchain, with Coinbase and Franklin Templeton stepping in as buyers. This transaction is hailed as one of the initial debt issuances conducted on a public blockchain, signaling a major leap in integrating traditional finance with decentralized technology and potentially reshaping capital markets.

The White House has addressed queries on the next Federal Reserve chair, emphasizing President Trump's strong preference for ongoing interest rate cuts. Officials noted the president's satisfaction with the recent 25 basis point (bps) reduction but stressed that "more should be done" to support economic growth. This stance could have significant implications for cryptocurrency markets, where lower rates often fuel bullish sentiment.

Binance founder CZ (Changpeng Zhao) has predicted that Bitcoin might experience a “Super Cycle” in 2026. According to CZ, this phenomenon could drive Bitcoin prices to rise so rapidly that they defy traditional financial models of growth and returns, breaking away from historical market patterns.

Dogecoin ETFs recorded their lowest trading volume ever on Monday, with a total daily value of just $142,000, according to data from SoSoValue. This marks a sharp decline from late November, when daily trading volumes peaked at $3.23 million. The dramatic drop highlights waning investor interest in Dogecoin-related products amid broader market challenges.

Standard Chartered's global head of digital assets research has revised the bank's 2025 year-end Bitcoin (BTC) price forecast downward to $100,000 from a previous $200,000 estimate. Despite the adjustment, the analyst remains optimistic, projecting BTC to reach $500,000 by 2030, driven by long-term adoption and macroeconomic factors.

JPMorgan analysts have declared that the era of prolonged "crypto winters" may be coming to an end, as Bitcoin's traditional four-year cycle pattern shows signs of fading. Despite a recent pullback to $81,000 last month, the banking giant maintains a bullish outlook on the cryptocurrency market, citing evolving dynamics and institutional adoption.

US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Paul Atkins has spotlighted the vital role of distributed ledger technology (DLT), stressing the importance of "interoperability and freedom of movement" to unlock its full potential. His remarks suggest a forward-leaning approach to regulating blockchain and crypto, potentially bridging innovation with investor safeguards in the evolving financial landscape.

The Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM), a premier financial hub in the UAE, has officially recognized Tether's USDT as an accepted fiat-referenced token. This landmark decision permits licensed firms in the center to offer regulated custody and trading services for the world's leading stablecoin, enhancing its integration into traditional finance and boosting regional crypto adoption.