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Donald Trump’s Crypto App and More

This week brings pivotal events in both the economic and crypto spaces. The US Federal Reserve’s anticipated interest rate decision could shake global markets while Donald Trump prepares to launch his new cryptocurrency platform, World Liberty Financial.
In addition, Solana’s Breakpoint event and MakerDAO’s transformation into Sky are adding excitement to the blockchain space. Several high-profile token unlocks, led by Arbitrum, are also set to increase market volatility. With political, economic, and blockchain developments all converging, this week promises interesting developments for the crypto sector.
How the Fed’s Rate Decision Could Shape Crypto’s Near Future
This week, the Federal Reserve’s interest rate decision is causing major speculation, particularly for risk assets like cryptocurrencies. CME Group data suggests a 59% chance of a 50 basis point (bps) cut and a 41% chance of a smaller 25bps cut. Historically, interest rate changes have significantly affected the crypto markets, particularly for assets like Bitcoin, which were under pressure during September, a month traditionally difficult for crypto.
Analysts at crypto research firm Kaiko point to Bitcoin’s (BTC) “September Effect,” a phenomenon in which the cryptocurrency has declined in seven out of the last twelve Septembers. This trend has continued in 2024, with Bitcoin falling 7.5% in August and another 6.3% so far in September.
Read more: How to Protect Yourself From Inflation Using Cryptocurrency

Adding to the mix is a spike in volatility across both Bitcoin and Ethereum. Bitcoin’s 30-day volatility has jumped to 70%, marking almost double last year’s level. Meanwhile, Ethereum’s volatility has also increased, fueled by events like the launch of the Ethereum ETF.
“On a brighter note, the rise in crypto volatility has been accompanied by increased market participation, at least in the Bitcoin market. Bitcoin’s cumulative trade volume for the first eight months of 2024 is up nearly 20% from the previous peak in 2021, approaching a record of $3 trillion,” Kaiko’s analysts noted.
Donald Trump to Launch New Crypto App Ahead of US Presidential Election
Former US President Donald Trump is preparing to launch his new crypto platform, World Liberty Financial, in a live stream from Mar-a-Lago on Monday at 20:00 ET. Trump’s platform aims to position itself as a leading player in the crypto space. It promises to revolutionize finance by offering an alternative to traditional banking systems.
“We’re embracing the future with crypto and leaving the (0:11) slow and outdated big banks behind,” Trump said in a promotional video posted on X (Twitter).
https://x.com/realDonaldTrump/status/1834311432982135015?s=19
The timing of the launch has sparked conversations about the intersection of Trump’s political and business ambitions. However, critics raised concerns about the potential use of government influence to benefit his family’s venture.
Solana Network State, Firedancer, and More: What to Expect at Breakpoint 2024
Solana is set to host its highly anticipated Breakpoint event on September 20-21 in Singapore. Organized by the Solana Foundation, this multi-day event will bring together developers, industry leaders, creators, and blockchain enthusiasts from around the world to explore the latest innovations in the Solana ecosystem. Breakpoint 2024 promises to be the most exciting yet, with discussions on the Solana Network State and Solana 2.0 and keynotes from influential figures like Raj Gokal and Balaji Srinivasan.
Participants can expect workshops, interactive talks, and networking opportunities designed to highlight Solana’s vision for the future of blockchain technology. Attendees will also get exclusive updates on Firedancer, Solana’s next-generation validator client, and other breakthrough developments in the ecosystem.
Sky’s (MakerDAO) Rebranding and New Token Launch
Another key development in the decentralized finance (DeFi) space is MakerDAO’s rebranding to Sky, which will take effect on September 18. Along with the new brand identity comes the launch of two key tokens: USDS, an upgraded version of the DAI stablecoin, and SKY, a governance token that will replace MKR.
Sky’s leadership sees this transformation as necessary to enhance scalability and accessibility within the DeFi ecosystem. The USDS token offers a more resilient, scalable alternative to DAI with the same 1:1 conversion rate. Meanwhile, the SKY token introduces new governance functionalities.
This rebranding is part of Sky’s broader “Endgame Plan,” which aims to address critical challenges in DeFi, including regulatory compliance and scalability. By introducing “Sky Stars,” decentralized projects designed to foster innovation, and Sky.money, a non-custodial platform to simplify access, Sky aims to lead the next phase of DeFi development.
EigenLayer’s Season 2 Stakedrop: What You Need to Know
On September 17, Ethereum’s restaking platform EigenLayer will begin distributing its Season 2 stakedrop. The platform will reward stakers, ecosystem partners, and community members with EIGEN tokens. Approximately 70 million EIGEN tokens, or 4.2% of the total initial supply, will be distributed to participants who actively staked and operated nodes during Season 2. Rewards will be calculated based on each staker’s proportional share of ETH-hours accumulated during the snapshot period on August 15, 2024.
For ecosystem partners, up to 10 million EIGEN tokens, or 0.6% of the supply, will be allocated to contributors who supported EigenLayer through roles in Actively Validated Services (AVSs), Layer-2 rollups, and other decentralized services. Meanwhile, community members, including early advocates, open-source contributors, and supporters since EigenLayer’s inception, will receive around 6 million EIGEN tokens. This amount represents 0.35% of the total supply.
To claim these rewards, community members must verify their social identity through the platform’s portal. This mechanism will ensure that only genuine participants can access their tokens.
ARB and Other Major Token Unlocks This Week
This week, the crypto market will see the unlocking of over $116 million worth of tokens, with Arbitrum leading the charge. Arbitrum’s scheduled token unlock will release over 90 billion ARB tokens, valued at approximately $49.87 million, on September 16. These tokens will be distributed to the project’s team, advisors, and early investors.
Read more: How to Buy Arbitrum (ARB) and Everything You Need to Know

Other notable token unlocks include ApeCoin and Space ID, which are also set to release large quantities of tokens into the market. Token unlocks often increase market volatility as newly available tokens create liquidity but may also prompt sell-offs. Read this article for further detailed information on major crypto token unlocks this week.
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South Carolina Could Spend 10% of Funds on Bitcoin Reserve

Representative Jordan Pace introduced legislation to create a Bitcoin Reserve for South Carolina, joining a nationwide effort. Currently, nearly half of all US states have an active bill to create a similar Reserve.
However, the talking point that this bill “allows 10% of state funds” in Bitcoin investments is taking off like wildfire. It may scare off fiscal conservatives, which contributed to recent failures.
South Carolina Joins the Bitcoin Reserve Race
Since President Trump announced his intention to create a US Bitcoin Reserve, many state governments have attempted to create smaller models.
In the last month, these efforts have been intensifying, with more and more states joining the effort. Today, South Carolina filed its own Bitcoin Reserve bill, allowing the state to make substantial purchases:
“The State Treasurer may invest in digital assets including, but not limited to, Bitcoin with money that is unexpended, unencumbered, or uncommitted. The amount of money that the State Treasurer may invest in digital assets from a fund specified in this section may not exceed ten precent of the total funds under management,” it reads.
State Representative Jordan Pace proposed South Carolina’s Bitcoin Reserve legislation. He claimed that this bill “gives the Treasurer new tools to protect taxpayer dollars from inflation,” one of crypto’s most well-known use cases. Pace is currently the bill’s only sponsor, and it’s unclear what chances it has of passing.
Still, there may be challenges ahead. Similar proposals in other Republican-led states—like Montana and Wyoming—have already failed. This was largely due to concerns over using public funds to buy cryptocurrency.
Even though Trump backs the idea on a national level, not all GOP lawmakers are convinced at the state level.
That said, there are some signs of progress elsewhere. For example, Texas has advanced its Bitcoin Reserve bill, achieving bipartisan support. A key reason for its success is that the bill doesn’t require the state to make crypto purchases; it simply allows them at the Treasurer’s discretion.
Likewise, South Carolina’s bill wouldn’t force the state to invest 10% of its funds into Bitcoin. It just opens the door for that possibility, giving the state financial flexibility rather than a mandate.
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FDIC and CFTC Rescind Old Crypto Guidelines

The FDIC and CFTC have both been working to change previous crypto guidelines. As federal regulators reconcile with the industry, they are removing old rules that specifically target crypto.
The former institution is removing the requirement that banks report crypto business, while the latter holds crypto to the same standards as other industries.
FDIC and CFTC Change Crypto Policies
The FDIC is one of the top financial regulators in the US, and it’s turning over a new leaf. After being one of the principal architects of Operation Choke Point 2.0, it recently began declassifying documents and changing rules that allowed crypto debanking.
Today, the agency is revoking a 2022 directive that impacted banks’ interactions with crypto:
“With today’s action, the FDIC is turning the page on the flawed approach of the past three years. I expect this to be one of several steps the FDIC will take to lay out a new approach for how banks can engage in crypto- and blockchain-related activities in accordance with safety and soundness standards,” said FDIC Acting Chairman Travis Hill.
Specifically, it rescinded a rule that mandated that all banks and institutions under its supervision notify the FDIC of any crypto involvement. The new guideline claims that banks “may engage in permissible crypto-related activities without receiving prior FDIC approval” without enacting any other policies.
Since Gary Gensler left the SEC, all the top US financial regulators have been trying to rework their relationship with crypto. In an apparent coincidence, the CFTC made a very similar move to the FDIC by rescinding two crypto guidelines.
Both of these actions did not establish a new policy; they merely removed the old ones.
Essentially, both of the CFTC’s rule changes are set to ensure that crypto-related derivatives are subject to the same requirements as non-crypto ones. This is somewhat surprising, considering that the industry has typically tried to insist that it necessitates specific regulations.
However, this is largely beside the point. The FDIC and CFTC are both working to remove previous guidelines that opposed the crypto industry.
These institutions will undoubtedly be amenable to creating new ones in the spirit of cooperation. In the meantime, this olive branch can help build a lot of goodwill.
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Pi Network (PI) Drops Further Despite Telegram Wallet Deal

Pi Network (PI) has been under heavy selling pressure, with its price down more than 61% over the last 30 days. Despite a recent partnership with the Telegram Crypto Wallet, PI has struggled to regain momentum, as technical indicators remain mostly bearish.
Its BBTrend has been negative for 12 consecutive days, and although the RSI has recovered slightly from oversold levels, it still sits below the neutral 50 mark. With the downtrend firmly intact and critical support levels approaching, PI’s next move will likely depend on whether buyers can step in and reverse the current trajectory.
PI BBTrend Has Been Negative For 12 Days
Pi Network (PI) continues to face bearish pressure, as reflected in its BBTrend indicator, which remains deep in negative territory at -22.34.
This is despite recent headlines about the Telegram Crypto Wallet integrating Pi Network, news that has yet to translate into sustained upward momentum.
The BBTrend hit a recent low of -41 on March 21 and has stayed negative since March 16, marking twelve consecutive days of bearish trend signals. This prolonged weakness highlights the ongoing struggle for buyers to regain control of the market.

BBTrend, or Bollinger Band Trend, is a momentum-based indicator that helps gauge the strength and direction of a trend. Positive BBTrend values indicate bullish momentum, while negative values point to bearish sentiment—the further from zero, the stronger the trend.
With PI’s BBTrend sitting at -22.34, the market remains firmly under bearish influence, even if the worst of the recent downtrend may be easing slightly from its extreme lows.
Unless this trend flips back into positive territory soon, PI’s price could remain under pressure, with buyers staying cautious despite the recent integration news.
Pi Network RSI Has Recovered From Oversold But Still Lacks Bullish Momentum
Pi Network is showing early signs of recovery in momentum, with its Relative Strength Index (RSI) rising to 40.45 after hitting 23.8 just two days ago.
While this rebound suggests a reduction in overselling pressure, PI’s RSI hasn’t crossed above the neutral 50 mark in the past two weeks—highlighting ongoing weakness in bullish conviction.
Despite the slight uptick, the market has yet to see enough strength to shift sentiment meaningfully in favor of buyers. This cautious climb could either lead to a breakout or stall into continued consolidation.

The RSI, or Relative Strength Index, is a momentum oscillator that measures the speed and change of price movements. It ranges from 0 to 100, with values above 70 indicating overbought conditions and those below 30 suggesting the asset is oversold.
With PI’s RSI currently at 40.45, it’s in a neutral-to-bearish zone—no longer extremely oversold but still lacking strong buying pressure.
For a clearer trend reversal, the RSI would likely need to break above 50, which hasn’t happened in two weeks. Thus, the current move is more of a potential bottoming attempt rather than a confirmed shift.
Will PI Continue Its Correction?
PI price is currently trading within a well-established downtrend, as indicated by the alignment of its EMA (Exponential Moving Average) lines—where shorter-term EMAs remain firmly below longer-term ones.
This setup reflects persistent selling pressure, and if the correction continues, PI could revisit key support levels at $0.718, with a potential drop to $0.62 if that floor fails to hold.

However, recent signs of life in the RSI hint that a short-term rebound might be brewing, offering some hope for a recovery.
If bullish momentum builds, PI could challenge resistance at $1.05 in the near term. A breakout above that level would shift sentiment and open the door for further gains, with $1.23 and even $1.79 as potential targets if the uptrend strengthens.
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