Bitcoin experienced fluctuations after President Trump’s proposal for a national strategic crypto reserve. Initial optimism turned to caution, impacting various cryptocurrencies like bitcoin, ether, and XRP. Investors and analysts have expressed concerns about the initiative potentially benefiting insiders at the expense of taxpayers. Despite excitement in the crypto industry, regulatory uncertainties persist.
US consumer sentiment near record low ahead of midterm elections
In October, consumer sentiment in the U.S. plummeted to a concerning 48.0, driven by rising prices and economic worries amid the ongoing Middle East conflict.