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Six companies signed a White House audit agreement—but who gets to choose the auditors?

PANews, October 17 — According to an opinion article published by CoinDesk, Samuel Vance-Law, research director at the Decentralization Research Center, said that the White House frontier AI agreement signed on September 29 by Nvidia, OpenAI, Anthropic, Google, Meta, and xAI has a critical flaw. Trump described the agreement as having “moral force,” but it does not specify who chooses the auditors, what they can examine, or whether their findings will be made public. It also imposes no penalties for noncompliance. In practice, each company chooses its own auditors and determines the scope of the review.

He cited an assessment showing that 16 companies fulfilled an average of just 53% of their 2023 voluntary commitments to the White House, while eight received zero points for helping external parties identify flaws. He argued that auditors should be free to choose what to test, companies should disclose their auditors and the scope of their reviews, and oversight should be provided by organizations independent of the companies.

Source: PANews

If the companies being audited choose their own auditors, who can this agreement’s “moral force” really hold accountable? Which matters more to you: auditor independence or transparency about the scope of the review?

Image 1: Six companies sign White House audit agreement; commentators say the loophole is that companies choose their own auditors · News Brief
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a14a66-5c1d-7541-85e2-107d103087ff

【Price Structure】
Don’t rush to treat the 4H consolidation as the broader trend. BTC is moving sideways within a range on the 4H chart, and the short-term trend has not yet aligned with the broader direction. On Binance spot, as of 10-18 00:29 (Beijing time), the current price is 81327.37 USDT, down 0.39% over 24H, with a high-low range of 80809.25–81820.93.
Daily highs and lows are moving lower. Recent 4H highs and lows are 82940.81/80809.25, compared with 84146.72/79800 in the prior period. This assessment is based on changes in highs and lows, not on a single day’s price movement. 1H highs and lows are moving lower, and RSI is 40.3; the short-term market has not entered an extreme range.

【Technical Signals】
Price is below the 4H MA20 (81849.36); the MA50/200 are at 82640.97/82783.1. The short-, medium-, and long-term moving averages are aligned downward, so recovery still faces resistance. The 4H RSI(14) is 41.8, indicating weak buying pressure. MACD’s DIF is below the zero line, and the negative histogram bars are expanding, indicating strengthening bearish momentum. This confirms the structure but does not constitute an entry signal on its own.
The latest 4H volume is 0.33 times the average volume of the previous 20 bars, indicating weak activity; beware of false breakouts during upward moves. 24H trading volume is 748 million USDT. Spot volume takes priority; missing futures data is not used to infer crowding.

【Key Levels】
First resistance: 81772.29–81926.43; second resistance: 82485.93–82640.07. First support: 80732.18–80886.32; second support: 79722.93–79877.07. These levels refer respectively to the 4H MA20, the previous 1D low, the recent 4H low, and the previous 4H low. The zones allow for some margin based on the 4H price range and are not precise forecast points.

【What to Watch Next】
Bullish scenario: If a 4H close holds above the first resistance with volume expanding at the same time, and a retest holds, then watch the second resistance. An intraday spike above the level alone does not count as holding above it.
Bearish scenario: If price reverses after moving higher or closes below the first support, watch how the second support holds. A move back below the breakout zone invalidates the bullish view; if price quickly reclaims support after breaking below it, the bearish scenario needs to be reassessed. Wait for a close and retest for confirmation; do not treat a single price move as a reversal of the broader trend.

【Reference Trading Plan】
Direction: short (for futures direction monitoring). After confirmation, limit entry at 81772.29, stop-loss at 82640.07, and take-profit at 80886.32 USDT; planned risk-reward ratio: 1.02:1 (excluding fees).
Trigger: A 1H candle closes above 81772 on a rebound, then price pulls back with volume expanding; or price breaks below 81302.2 and the close confirms the break. After confirmation, wait for a limit order at the specified entry price only; do not chase the price. The setup is invalidated if the stop-loss is hit or if the order has not filled within 8 hours of the data timestamp.
The analysis is based on the multi-timeframe structure, moving averages, RSI, MACD, and volume discussed above. Parameters were formulated by AI, and the risk-reward ratio was recalculated using the listed limit prices.

This is technical price analysis only and does not constitute investment advice.

A 79-page report from Wall Street research firm Citrini Research has pushed RWA tokenization back into the spotlight.

According to PANews on October 17, CoinDesk reported that in its report titled "Breaking the Wall," Citrini Research said that as assets such as U.S. Treasuries, credit, and equities move on-chain, "blockchain has finally found its reason for existence," and argued that tokenization can allow financial assets to flow between applications like software and serve as collateral.

The debate has also shifted to "who will profit": Christian Magoon of Amplify ETFs believes infrastructure providers will become "on-chain toll booths," while distribution channels (Coinbase, Robinhood) are also crucial; Jeff Dorman of Arca expects the tokenization process to become commoditized, with value lying in on-chain trading, lending, and collateralization, and is bullish on Securitize, Hyperliquid, Aave, and others; Zach Pandl of Grayscale argues for betting on the networks that support these assets, with Ethereum, BNB Chain, and Solana currently leading; Arthur Hayes, meanwhile, questions whether it is merely "better accounting," but is optimistic about the prospect of AI agents running financial services.

Observation scenario 1: if value concentrates in infrastructure and distribution channels, the toll-booth logic is worth tracking. Observation scenario 2: if tokenization itself becomes commoditized, then on-chain trading, lending, and collateralization may become more important. Do you prefer to bet on the "toll booths," or on the application layer after assets go on-chain?

Image 1: Citrini releases a 79-page report bullish on RWA tokenization, with the debate shifting to "who will profit" · partial screenshot of source page
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a14a6a-3dc8-759b-8219-2911a59ec2ce

The market gave the “AI stock guru” a rough ride in July.

BlockBeats, Oct. 17 — Situational Awareness, the fund run by “AI stock guru” Leopold, is scheduled to disclose its third-quarter stock holdings on Nov. 16. The fund reportedly returned 439% in the first half of this year, primarily betting on SanDisk (SNDK) and Micron (MU), with roughly 4x leverage.

But AI-related stocks plunged in July, and the fund’s portfolio fell about 67% in a single month. It later sold most of its publicly traded stock holdings, a substantial portion of which was taken over by Citadel.

Two things to watch: first, the Q3 holdings disclosed on Nov. 16 will show what remained after the fund significantly cut its positions. Second, a 67% monthly drawdown with 4x leverage is a reminder that high returns and high volatility are two sides of the same coin. Which would you rather look at first: the changes in its holdings, or a review of that drawdown?

Image 1: Fund run by “stock guru” Leopold set to disclose Q3 holdings on Nov. 16 after suffering a 67% monthly drawdown amid a stock sell-off · Partial screenshot of source page
Image source: https://www.theblockbeats.info/flash/372374

BB+, the highest “junk” rating — Anthropic’s first-ever credit rating sounds pretty intimidating.

According to the Financial Times, KBRA assigned Anthropic a BB+ issuer rating in June this year, the highest speculative-grade rating and just one notch below investment grade, with a stable outlook, PANews reported on October 17. The rating applies to about $4.4 billion in subordinated debt within a $35 billion chip-financing package. The debt was issued at a yield of about 8.5%, while the senior debt carries an interest rate of 5.75%. Because Anthropic disclosed limited information, KBRA did not have access to metrics such as free cash flow and EBITDA, and used a “risk score” in place of a full financial assessment.

As of the end of June, the five-year-old company had no debt on its own balance sheet. Wall Street is preparing a new $60 billion debt package, including $18 billion in subordinated debt, to acquire custom chips jointly developed by Google and Broadcom. Moody’s, S&P, and Fitch will make the final call on its formal rating after the company goes public.

Observation 1: The rating is anchored to that $4.4 billion in subordinated debt, not the company’s overall creditworthiness. Observation 2: A debt-free balance sheet and the proposed $60 billion package are based on two entirely different sets of figures.

Which matters more to you: KBRA’s “risk score” substitute, or the final ratings from Moody’s, S&P, and Fitch?

Source: PANews

Image 1: Anthropic receives its first credit rating: BB+, the highest “junk” rating · Partial screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a14a28-5711-705c-9dfe-551c6aa61856

When deposit rates move, the pace of stablecoin growth has to change too.

A new working paper by the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) finds a clear asset-substitution effect between stablecoins and bank deposits. Weekly U.S. data show that for every 1-basis-point increase in bank deposit rates, stablecoins’ cumulative market capitalization growth over 10 weeks falls by about 3 percentage points—or about 9 percentage points when estimated using the instrumental variables method.

The effect is much stronger for USDC, which is more closely tied to the U.S. market (-4.8%), than for offshore-dominated USDT (-1.9%). The same pattern also holds for certificates of deposit (CDs) and DeFi lending.

Observation 1: If deposit rates continue to rise, the slowdown in stablecoin market capitalization growth could become more pronounced. Observation 2: The difference in sensitivity between USDC and USDT may reflect how geographic ties influence capital flows. Which are you paying closer attention to: changes in deposit rates, or the divergence between USDC and USDT?

Source: Wu Blockchain

Illustration 1: BIS: Stablecoins and bank deposits are substitutes; deposit rate hikes significantly curb stablecoin growth · Cropped screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.wublock123.com/news/bis-stablecoins-substitute-for-bank-deposits-rate-hikes-curb-growth-70260

$1.05 trillion: U.S. net interest outlays set another record in fiscal year 2026.

According to Bloomberg, U.S. Treasury data show that net interest outlays by the federal government reached $1.05 trillion in fiscal year 2026, which ended in September. That was up more than 8% from $970 billion in fiscal year 2025, setting a new record. The Peter G. Peterson Foundation estimates that the spending amounted to 3.2% of GDP, surpassing the previous record set in 1991. GDP data for the last quarter will be released later this month.

The report notes that interest costs are consuming a growing share of federal revenue, increasing pressure to borrow to pay interest and potentially limiting the U.S. government's fiscal capacity to respond to economic shocks.

Observation 1: If interest outlays continue to grow at a rate of more than 8%, a larger share of federal revenue will be locked into interest payments. Observation 2: If the 3.2% figure is confirmed after the GDP data are released, the 1991 record will be broken.

Are you more concerned about the growth in interest costs or their share of GDP?

Source: PANews, October 17

Image 1: U.S. net interest outlays hit a record $1.05 trillion in fiscal year 2026, up more than 8% year over year · Partial screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a149f5-f781-7301-9508-146455b514bd

Another cross-chain attack, this time targeting a vesting contract.

According to UNCX Network’s official incident report, on October 14, attackers exploited a series of public vesting operations in Smart Token Vesting V2, creating a discrepancy between the token balance in the pool and the recorded shares, which allowed them to withdraw excess tokens from positions under their control.

The attack affected four networks—Ethereum, BNB Chain, Base, and Robinhood—and 10 tokens, with 11 confirmed withdrawal transactions. The verified economic value was approximately $807,600, of which about $567,500 was on BNB Chain. None of the calls involved administrator privileges. After the incident, white hats returned 82.1435 million X tokens and 23.8682 ETH. No significant tokens remain to be recovered.

Two points to watch: First, the combined use of public vesting operations shows that risks can exist in the logic layer beyond access permissions. Second, the pace of handling the remaining assets after the white-hat returns remains to be seen.

Which part of cross-chain vesting contracts concerns you more: the call logic, or the validation of balances against shares?

Image 1: UNCX discloses cross-chain attack on Smart Token Vesting V2, with losses of approximately $807,600 · Partial screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.theblockbeats.info/flash/372370

Hackers choose their tools, too. On-chain analyst Specter points out that since ZachXBT revealed that the Bitget attackers used the privacy coin Zcash (ZEC) to conceal stolen assets, more and more hackers have been moving illicit funds onto the ZEC network to launder them.

The funds involved in the cases cited include those from the Cryptobills Ledger supply chain attack and the $12 million Triple-A theft. Specter says hacker groups are actively exploiting Zcash’s privacy features to move and launder stolen assets.

Observation 1: Once stolen funds enter a privacy network, they become harder to trace, which is why on-chain investigators continue to monitor them. Observation 2: Users and institutions need to be more vigilant—Specter’s warning.

Which concerns you more: tracing the flow of stolen funds, or the misuse of privacy coins?

Source: Wu Blockchain

Image 1: Hackers favor Zcash for laundering, with funds from multiple thefts moving into the ZEC network to disappear · Partial screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.wublock123.com/news/hackers-use-zcash-to-launder-stolen-funds-70258

On-chain analyst Specter has spotted another trend: stolen funds are flowing into ZEC.

According to an October 17 report by PANews, after ZachXBT revealed that the Bitget attacker used Zcash (ZEC) to shield stolen funds, Specter said they had also observed funds from other theft incidents flowing into ZEC, including the Ledger-related incident involving Cryptobills and the Triple-A hack involving $12 million.

Specter said the attackers are using ZEC to move stolen funds. The original post did not disclose the specific amounts from these other incidents that flowed into ZEC.

Observation one: If on-chain data later confirms that the funds flowed into shielded pools, ZEC’s privacy features will remain under close scrutiny. Observation two: If the amounts involved in these incidents are never disclosed, estimates of the scale of the funds will be limited to the known $12 million figure.

Are you more interested in ZEC’s privacy features themselves, or in why attackers choose it?

Image 1: On-chain analyst Specter: Funds from multiple theft incidents flow into ZEC as attackers use it to move stolen assets · Partial screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a14993-7c45-70e0-a5dd-3e9aca20455b

Write the rules yourself, then take them to Congress—now that’s a savvy move.

PANews, October 17 — According to Politico, Anthropic has drafted its own bill to regulate frontier AI safety and privately pitched it to U.S. lawmakers. The draft sets a risk threshold for government intervention in model releases: the government could block a model’s release or use if it poses a foreseeable, immediate risk of causing more than $1 billion in property damage or killing or seriously injuring more than 50 people, and that risk stems from the model being used to create or spread biological weapons, escape its developers’ control, or launch cyberattacks.

The draft requires assessment bodies to report to the Department of Commerce within 72 hours of identifying an “immediate specified risk.” After confirming the risk, the department could apply to a court for an injunction. However, other government agencies would be prohibited from unilaterally suspending model development, deployment, or internal use. The draft also requires developers to test their models and publish the results, and to undergo periodic reviews by independent assessment bodies. Anthropic confirmed that the draft reflects the positions set out in its previously published “Advanced AI Framework.” It has lobbied federal and state lawmakers since June, but declined to disclose the scope of its outreach or how it was received.

Observation 1: The thresholds are set at $1 billion and 50 people. The more specific the figures, the more it suggests the drafters want to claim the power to define the rules. Observation 2: Requiring a report within 72 hours and a court injunction puts emergency responses through the judicial process. How to balance speed with checks and constraints will be worth watching.

Which concerns you more: whether the thresholds are strict enough, or whether this process would actually work when a crisis hits?

Source: PANews

Image 1: Anthropic privately pitches its self-drafted safety bill to lawmakers · Cropped screenshot from the source page
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a1496a-0ae9-750a-a71f-9aa034caab52

Solana application revenue rose 48% quarter over quarter to $299.1 million in Q3 2026, reaching its highest level since Q3 2025.

According to PANews on October 17, data from Blockworks shows that quarterly trading volume for tokenized stocks hit a record $7.1 billion, with September alone reaching a historic high of $4.4 billion. Spot DEX trading volume was $197.2 billion, accounting for 36% of cross-chain spot trading volume and remaining above 30% for the ninth consecutive quarter.

On-chain transactions processed this quarter also hit a record 14.2 billion, or about 1,790 per second.

Observation 1: Application revenue and on-chain transaction volume both climbed, indicating a recovery in ecosystem activity. Observation 2: Trading volume for tokenized stocks was concentrated in September, with the month's $4.4 billion accounting for the bulk of the quarterly total of $7.1 billion.

Which are you watching more closely: growth in application revenue or the surge in tokenized stock trading volume?

Image 1: Solana application revenue rose 48% quarter over quarter to $299.1 million in Q3 2026 · Key News
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a1492a-ecf3-7382-adc3-36c330b83e24

“It sounds completely implausible” — that’s how Anthropic co-founder Jack Clark himself described the figure.

According to a PANews report on October 17, Clark said on Saturday that AI capabilities are improving rapidly and will bring faster change across every field. An internal economic forecast by the company suggests that AI could drive a sharp increase in U.S. economic output to $44 trillion by 2030.

Speaking at the IMF and World Bank annual meetings in Bangkok, he said that compared with today’s level of just over $30 trillion, the forecast “sounds completely implausible.” But AI is greatly accelerating scientific discovery, and the international community needs to work together to establish “special and strict rules” for this transformative technology. He also noted that if GDP really grows by that much, economic theory suggests new industries and inventions would need to be created to fuel that growth.

Observation 1: If AI continues to accelerate scientific discovery, discussions about the path of economic output will focus more on industries and inventions. Observation 2: If rulemaking fails to keep pace with technological change, the call made at the annual meeting could first turn into countries taking action on their own.

Which matters more to you: the $44 trillion figure itself, or how “special and strict rules” will be put into practice?

Source: PANews

Image 1: Anthropic co-founder: AI could sharply boost U.S. GDP to $44 trillion · Partial screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a14930-fec9-706e-acfe-d3520add871a

With UNI, the stronger the fundamentals, the more real the selling pressure becomes.

BlockBeats reported on Oct. 17 that analyst Darkfost said UNI inflows to trading platforms had risen to a year-to-date high. Since its June low, UNI had at one point climbed about 370%. In September, Uniswap’s total value locked (TVL) surpassed $4 billion, reaching a new high for the year, while decentralized exchange trading volume also hit a peak of $93.6 billion.

But UNI inflows to Binance hit year-to-date highs several times in late September. Inflows remain active, while the upward momentum appears to be weakening. UNI has fallen more than 30% from its recent high of $10.9.

One thing to watch: If inflows continue to decline, Darkfost believes the token may gradually form a bottom, easing selling pressure. Another: If inflows remain high, strengthening fundamentals and distribution pressure will continue to pull in opposite directions. Which do you weigh more heavily: TVL and trading volume, or CEX inflows?

Image 1: Analysis: UNI CEX inflows hit a year-to-date high; price retreats more than 30% from its peak amid whale distribution pressure · Partial screenshot of source page
Image source: https://www.theblockbeats.info/flash/372353

Whenever the word “tokenization” comes up, people often think first of getting rich overnight. DTCC thinks first of custody.

According to Wu Blockchain, DTCC’s disclosed launch plan for its tokenization service shows that it will initially support 25 securities, including select Russell 1000 constituents, ETFs, and U.S. Treasuries. The launch will support Canton Network and DTCC’s private Besu network. The tokens will be backed 1:1 by securities held in custody by DTC, and wallets registered with DTC on the same network will be able to make peer-to-peer transfers around the clock.

The report says Stellar and Circle’s Arc network are expected to connect in 2027. Digital cash and on-chain net settlement are on the roadmap for 2027 and beyond, though the scope and timing may still change. The roughly $30 trillion cited in the document refers to assets available for tokenization, not assets already on-chain.

Two scenarios to watch: first, transfers between registered wallets on the initial networks, which will show whether the custody and settlement processes run smoothly; second, the 2027 integrations and roadmap, where the question is whether the scope and timing will be revised again. Which would you rather keep an eye on first?

Image 1: DTCC discloses launch plans for its tokenization service, supporting 25 securities and the Canton and Besu networks · Cropped screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.wublock123.com/news/dtcc-tokenization-service-launch-25-securities-canton-besu-70251

Buying crypto through a banking app is shifting from a novelty to a scheduled rollout in Europe.

According to SeeNews, PANews reported on October 17 that Bulgaria’s Postbank plans to launch investment services for stocks, ETFs, crypto assets, commodities and metals in its mobile banking app in early 2027. The services will be offered in partnership with an international investment platform.

Earlier, Bulgaria’s First Investment Bank (Fibank) also announced plans to offer cryptocurrency investment services through its mobile banking app in early 2027, in partnership with Austrian digital asset platform Bitpanda. According to the latest data from the Bulgarian National Bank, Postbank was Bulgaria’s fourth-largest bank by assets at the end of June.

Observation 1: Both banks have set their launch dates for early 2027, suggesting that crypto access through traditional channels is more likely to follow regulatory and system timelines than to race ahead. Observation 2: Postbank’s offering will cover stocks, ETFs, crypto assets, commodities and metals, while Fibank has so far publicly announced cryptocurrency investments—the scope of the two products is not the same.

Are you more interested in traditional banks offering access to crypto assets, or in having stocks and commodities available in the same app as well?

Source: PANews

Image 1: Bulgaria’s Postbank plans to launch crypto asset and stock investment services in its mobile app · Partial screenshot from the source page
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a14861-6ac6-738d-ba1a-bff8f6f792c1

【Price Structure】
Don't rush to treat range-bound consolidation as a directional choice. SOL is consolidating in a range on the 4H chart, and the short-term and broader trends are not yet aligned. Binance spot data as of 10-17 16:27 (Beijing time): current price 104.98 USDT, 24H change -1.47%, range 102.49–107.44.
Daily highs and lows are moving lower. Recent 4H highs/lows are 107.44/102.49, compared with 108.67/100.62 in the prior period. This assessment is based on changes in highs and lows, not on a single day's price movement. The 1H chart is range-bound, with RSI at 53.6; the short-term market has not entered an extreme zone.

【Technical Signals】
Price is below the 4H MA20 (105.03); MA50/200 are at 107.72/112.86. The short-, medium-, and long-term moving averages are aligned downward, so the recovery still faces resistance. 4H RSI(14) is 46.3, with bullish and bearish momentum near balance. The MACD DIF is below the zero line while the positive histogram bars are expanding, indicating strengthening bullish momentum. This confirms the structure but is not, by itself, an entry signal.
The latest 4H volume is 0.30 times the average volume of the previous 20 bars, indicating weak volume; beware of false breakouts during a rally. 24H turnover is 170 million USDT. Prioritize spot-market volume and do not use missing futures data to infer market crowdedness.

【Key Levels】
First resistance: 107.24–107.64; second resistance: 108.47–108.87. First support: 102.29–102.69; second support: 100.42–100.82. These levels reference, respectively, the recent 4H high, the previous 4H high, the recent 4H low, and the recent 1D low. The zones allow for a margin based on the 4H range and are not precise price forecasts.

【What to Watch Next】
Bullish scenario: If a 4H candle closes above the first resistance with volume expanding at the same time, and a subsequent retest holds, then watch the second resistance. An intraday wick above the level alone does not count as holding above it.
Bearish scenario: If price rallies and then retreats, or a candle closes below the first support, watch for buying support at the second support. A move back below the breakout zone invalidates the bullish view; if price breaks down and quickly recovers the support, the bearish scenario should be reassessed. Wait for a close and retest to confirm; don't treat a single move up or down as a reversal of the broader trend.

【Reference Trading Plan】
Direction: long. After confirmation, limit entry at 104.6, stop-loss at 103.6, take-profit at 107.4 USDT; planned risk/reward ratio 2.80:1 (excluding fees).
Trigger: After a 1H candle closes and holds above 104.6 with expanding volume, place a limit long order on a retest that holds above 104.1. After confirmation, wait using a limit order only at the stated entry price; do not chase the price. The setup expires if the stop-loss is hit or the order remains unfilled for 8 hours from the data time.
The analysis is based on the multi-timeframe structure, moving averages, RSI, MACD, and volume described above. Parameters were determined holistically by AI; the risk/reward ratio was recalculated using the stated limit prices.

The above is technical price analysis only and does not constitute investment advice.

One figure in Fidelity’s latest analysis really stands out: the correlation between Bitcoin and the 10-year Treasury yield surpassed 0.6 in 2026, reaching an all-time high.

PANews, October 17 — According to the latest analysis from Fidelity Digital Assets, the U.S. 10-year Treasury yield has recently risen to its highest level since Bitcoin was created. Federal debt has topped $40 trillion, a record high, and interest payments have surpassed Medicare spending to become the second-largest item in the federal budget. Historically, Bitcoin and 10-year real interest rates had little to no correlation, but in recent years they have become positively correlated. Over the past two months, Bitcoin has risen nearly 30%, while the 10-year Treasury yield has climbed by more than 10% over the same period.

Fidelity noted that, amid high debt levels and mounting fiscal pressure, Bitcoin is increasingly seen as a potential asset for hedging against currency debasement and sovereign debt risk, thanks to its fixed supply and transparent issuance mechanism. If current trends continue, interest payments could soon become the largest item in the federal budget.

Two things to consider: First, the stronger correlation suggests Bitcoin is becoming more sensitive to macroeconomic interest rates. Second, persistent debt and interest burdens could reinforce its narrative as a “potential hedge asset.” Which matters more to you: the correlation itself, or the debt story?

Source: PANews

Illustration 1: Fidelity: Correlation between Treasury yields and Bitcoin hits an all-time high · Partial screenshot of the source page
Image source: https://www.panewslab.com/zh/articles/01a1478e-8914-77ec-86b4-3ddc8d322102