38 stories tagged #US Treasury

  1. Fed Official Warns of Risks in Stablecoin Rollout
    crypto

    Fed Official Warns of Risks in Stablecoin Rollout

    Federal Reserve Governor Michael Barr emphasizes need for robust regulations as the U.S. implements the GENIUS Act.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  2. Gold and Silver Prices Plunge Despite Iran War Geopolitical Tensions
    finance

    Gold and Silver Prices Plunge Despite Iran War Geopolitical Tensions

    Precious metals crash as Iran conflict drives flight to liquidity over safe-haven assets amid rising yields and dollar strength.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  3. Luke Gromen Warns of Economic Turmoil and Debt Repayment Crisis
    finance

    Luke Gromen Warns of Economic Turmoil and Debt Repayment Crisis

    Financial analyst Luke Gromen discusses escalating economic challenges, including currency devaluation, AI's limited job impact, and the need for $1 trillion in budget cuts.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  4. Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid War-Driven Inflation Risks
    finance

    Fed Holds Rates Steady Amid War-Driven Inflation Risks

    The Federal Reserve maintains rates despite rising inflation from Middle East conflict, projecting only one cut by 2026 as economic outlook remains uncertain.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  5. US Treasury Sanctions North Korea IT Fraud Network Fueling Weapons Programs
    world

    US Treasury Sanctions North Korea IT Fraud Network Fueling Weapons Programs

    The U.S. Treasury has targeted six individuals and two entities involved in a global IT worker fraud scheme linked to North Korea, impacting the crypto industry and funding Pyongyang's arms development.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  6. US Treasury Sanctions North Korean Crypto Fraud Network Funding Weapons
    crypto

    US Treasury Sanctions North Korean Crypto Fraud Network Funding Weapons

    US Treasury targets North Korean IT workers using crypto fraud and stolen identities to fund weapons programs. Disrupting illicit revenue streams.

    2mo ago 1 min read
  7. US Unlocks Russian Oil to Stabilize Prices Amid Global Tensions
    finance

    US Unlocks Russian Oil to Stabilize Prices Amid Global Tensions

    US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent announces a temporary waiver allowing global purchase of stranded Russian oil, aiming to ease price volatility and address supply chain disruptions.

    2mo ago 2 min read
  8. US Treasury Signals Shift on Crypto Mixers, Acknowledging Legitimate Uses
    crypto

    US Treasury Signals Shift on Crypto Mixers, Acknowledging Legitimate Uses

    A new US Treasury report recognizes legitimate purposes for crypto mixers, marking a significant pivot from previous enforcement actions. The analysis explores implications for investors and regulatory frameworks.

    3mo ago 2 min read