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US Senate advances housing bill including a provision to ban central bank digital currency (CBDC) issuance until end of 2030
White House formally backs the bill, indicating President Trump would sign it if it reaches his desk
The CBDC ban is embedded within a broader housing package, a strategic move by House conservatives
Federal Reserve has previously stated any US CBDC would require explicit congressional approval and remains exploratory.
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The U.S. Senate has moved forward with a bipartisan housing package, the 21st Century ROAD to Housing Act, which includes a provision to prohibit the issuance of a central bank digital currency (CBDC) until the end of 2030. This measure unexpectedly integrates digital-asset policy into a legislative debate traditionally centered on housing supply and affordability.
Lawmakers voted 84–6 to advance the bill. The CBDC restriction is embedded within a standalone section of the legislation, rather than being part of separate crypto-focused bills. The text of the bill states that the Board of Governors of the Federal Reserve System or a Federal Reserve Bank may not issue or create a central bank digital currency, or any substantially similar digital asset, directly or indirectly through intermediaries.
This provision was reportedly added at the request of House conservatives who had sought a CBDC ban in previous crypto-related negotiations. The White House formally backed the bill, with advisors recommending President Trump sign it into law if presented in its current form. This support is notable, as Democrats have generally been hesitant to preemptively block the Federal Reserve from exploring a digital dollar.
Federal Reserve officials have previously stated that any U.S. CBDC would require explicit congressional approval and that current work is exploratory. While housing advocates are focused on the bill's provisions to increase housing supply, limit institutional ownership of single-family homes, and streamline development programs, the inclusion of digital currency policy has drawn attention from financial and technology sectors concerned with privacy, surveillance, and government involvement in payments.
The bill must still be reconciled with the House of Representatives before it can be sent to the president. The final fate of the CBDC provision during these negotiations remains uncertain.
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Human brain cells successfully trained to play the classic video game Doom. Experiment uses 200,000 living human neurons connected to the game via electrical stimulation and software. Cells learn through feedback and rewards, demonstrating adaptability and learning capabilities outside the brain. This development extends the 'Can it run Doom?' benchmark into biological computing.
Deloitte has completed the first attestation report for Tether's USAT stablecoin. USAT reserves totaled $17.6 million against $17.5 million in circulating supply as of Jan. 31. USAT reserves consist of cash and U.S. Treasuries held domestically. This move aims to build trust for USAT within the U.S. regulatory framework, differentiating it from Tether's global USDT.
New biodegradable packaging film developed from milk protein, starch, and volcanic clay. Material exhibits 1,000x reduction in water vapor permeability compared to similar biopolymer films. Film fully degrades in soil within approximately 13 weeks. Potential for low-tech scaling and application in developing countries.
US prosecutors seek forfeiture of $327,829 in USDT linked to a crypto romance scam. Victim was defrauded after being convinced to invest in a fake cryptocurrency opportunity. Funds were laundered through multiple wallets and converted to USDT. This action follows recent warnings from US prosecutors about crypto-related romance scams.
OpenAI secured a Pentagon deal for AI deployment in classified environments. Contract language allows "all lawful purposes," raising concerns about AI use in surveillance and weapons. Public backlash led to a surge in Anthropic's Claude app downloads, surpassing ChatGPT. A philosophical difference exists between OpenAI and Anthropic regarding contract safeguards versus technical and legal frameworks.
US Senate bill proposes ban on Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) development until 2031. The proposed ban is linked to claims of 'broken promises' regarding CBDC development. This legislative action indicates potential regulatory headwinds for CBDC initiatives in the US.
US Senate Banking Committee includes provision banning Fed CBDC issuance until 2031. Bipartisan "21st Century ROAD to Housing Act" aims to boost housing supply. White House supports the bill and explicitly backs the CBDC provision. Ban includes exceptions for private dollar-denominated currencies preserving privacy.
US authorities are seeking to recover $327,829 in USDt linked to a romance scam. The funds were traced to cryptocurrency wallets seized by the Justice Department. Tether has frozen approximately $4.2 billion in USDt connected to illicit activities since 2023.
PayPay, holding a 40% stake in Binance Japan, is pursuing a Nasdaq IPO aiming to raise up to $1.1 billion. The IPO targets a valuation exceeding $10 billion for the Japanese payments firm. PayPay's partnership with Binance Japan aims to integrate crypto with its cashless payment services. The IPO listing was postponed due to global market volatility following geopolitical events.
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Fundstrat's Tom Lee predicts a market-wide revival in March. Lee reiterates a $200,000-$250,000 target for Bitcoin in 2026. Ethereum is projected to reach $7,000-$9,000 by early 2026. AI-driven productivity, strong corporate earnings, and government support are cited as key drivers.
Iranian crypto outflows surged over 700% to over $500,000 within minutes of US-Israeli airstrikes. Outflows reached nearly $3 million in one hour on Nobitex, Iran's largest crypto exchange. Internet blackouts enforced by the Iranian regime significantly curbed further outflows. TRM Labs disputes capital flight conclusion, citing a downturn in transactions and volume due to internet restrictions.
Bitcoin has fallen below significant moving averages, indicating potential for increased downside pressure. Shiba Inu shows a hidden bullish divergence on momentum indicators despite a bearish price trend. XRP's rising trendline support around $1.30 has been invalidated, leaving it in a vulnerable phase. The market is experiencing weak demand and uncertainty, with short-term bounces risking further selling opportunities.
Crypto markets declined as geopolitical tensions escalated following reports of a US-Israel strike on Iran. Bitcoin dropped to around $66,127 from a brief high of $68,000. Ethereum fell to near $1,947, down approximately 2.46% in 24 hours. Investors moved towards traditional safe-haven assets like oil, gold, and silver, indicating reduced risk appetite for crypto.
Ripple unlocked 1 billion XRP from escrow, valued at approximately $1.377 billion. XRP price saw minimal reaction, rising 0.9% post-unlock, despite a 16.45% drop in February. Solana led market rebound with an 11% price surge to $88.89 following a $500M liquidation event. Elon Musk drew parallels between AI firm Anthropic and the collapsed FTX exchange.
Ethereum to implement Proposer-Builder Separation (ePBS) and Fork-Choice-Enforced Inclusion Lists (FOCIL) via Glamsterdam and Hegota upgrades this year. ePBS aims to decentralize block building and mitigate MEV, while FOCIL will prevent transaction censorship. Cardano's upcoming Midnight sidechain will offer similar privacy and transaction separation benefits. ETH and ADA prices are showing positive movement, influenced by broader market rallies and Bitcoin's performance.
Solana price is consolidating within a three-week triangle pattern. A break above $88.60 resistance is eyed as a key signal for potential upside. Solana has reclaimed the Ichimoku cloud on the four-hour chart for the first time since January. Moving averages (50 MA crossing 100 MA) also indicate a short-term momentum shift.
Bitcoin mixers enhance privacy by obscuring transaction origins through pooling and redistribution. Mixero.io offers CoinJoin with an optional Monero bridge, starting at 0.7% fees. Tornado Cash, a decentralized Ethereum mixer, has over $1 billion TVL. Wasabi Wallet integrates CoinJoin with a 0.3% coordinator fee, waived for small transactions.
Bitcoin futures open interest declined to $32 billion, lowest since August 2024 in BTC terms. Annualized premium on Bitcoin monthly futures dropped to 2%, indicating reduced demand for leveraged positions. Despite futures demand drop, CME Bitcoin futures open interest remains at $7.5 billion, suggesting institutional presence. Bitcoin options market shows balanced demand with put-to-call premiums near 0.7, indicating no major stress.
Core Scientific reported Q4 revenue of $79.8 million, missing estimates of $122.08 million. The company posted a Q4 loss of $0.42 per share, wider than the expected $0.08 loss. Core Scientific is expanding its colocation platform and AI-focused infrastructure services. Riot Platforms reported Q4 revenue of $647.4 million, significantly exceeding estimates.
TD Securities views NYSE's tokenized equities plan as a market structure turning point for institutional adoption. The NYSE platform aims for 24-hour trading and near-instant settlement of tokenized stocks and ETFs. This development integrates blockchain settlement within existing US market rules and NBBO requirements. Tokenized assets, particularly RWAs, have seen continued capital inflows despite broader market volatility.
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