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Bitcoin Endorsed by Fed and Institutions: Powell’s Unexpected Crypto Embrace

Unveiling Federal Reserve's Strategic Stance on Bitcoin amid Steady Interest Rates and Inflation Concerns

Mark Valerius by Mark Valerius
February 3, 2025
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Key Points

  • The Federal Reserve acknowledges the role of cryptocurrencies in the financial system.
  • Bitcoin’s perceived risk level has diminished in the eyes of regulators.

The Federal Reserve, in its meeting on January 28-29, decided to maintain interest rates, only considering further cuts once significant progress is made on inflation.

Fed Chair Jerome Powell’s comments on cryptocurrencies were a surprise to the markets, as he had a more positive stance on digital assets than ever before.

Powell’s Shift in Perspective

Powell didn’t endorse cryptocurrencies directly, but his recognition of their role in the financial system is a major departure from his previous skepticism.

This shift mirrors a broader trend, not just regulatory acceptance but a fundamental change in how traditional financial institutions view digital assets.

This was also the first meeting since President Donald Trump returned to office, expressing his desire for lower interest rates.

Despite potential conflicts, Powell has been careful to preserve the Fed’s independence, not engaging in Trump’s rhetoric about interest rates.

Fed’s Stance on Crypto Banking

Powell’s comments about cryptocurrencies were particularly significant, as he directly stated that U.S. banks can serve crypto clients, provided they manage the associated risks properly.

He clarified that while the regulatory threshold for banks engaging in crypto remains high, the Fed is not opposed to innovation.

This led to a BTC price spike to $105,000 before stabilizing, driven by renewed confidence in Bitcoin as a financial powerhouse.

This is in stark contrast to Powell’s previous caution towards crypto.

However, Bitcoin experienced a notable drop after President Trump announced 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico, showing its similarity to traditional assets as it reacts to macroeconomic shocks in a similar way.

It is also clear that Bitcoin’s perceived risk level has greatly diminished in the eyes of regulators, as they increasingly view it as an asset that can integrate peacefully into the existing financial framework.

Bitcoin as a Macro Hedge

The current cycle is seeing record institutional inflows, with $16.6 billion in Bitcoin ETFs alone in Q4 2024, bringing total assets under management (AUM) past $105 billion, according to the latest Coinbase x Glassnode analysis.

A significant portion of Bitcoin demand comes from investors hedging against excessive government debt and fiat currency risks.

With the federal budget deficit projected to hit $1.9 trillion this year and public debt expected to soar past 118% of GDP by 2035, concerns over the long-term stability of fiat currencies continue to grow.

At the same time, the Federal Reserve is signaling its acceptance of crypto and preparing to cut interest rates through 2026, a combination set to spark a surge in liquidity and investment pouring into alternative assets.

Against this backdrop, Bitcoin is shedding its speculative-only past, transitioning into a legitimate macroeconomic hedge.

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