The European Central Bank cautioned that rising stablecoin use may shift deposits away from banks, weakening banks’ lending capacity and the transmission of monetary policy across the euro area.
Bitcoin climbed above $68,500 after US equities turned positive on clearer policy signals and strong corporate earnings, lifting risk appetite across markets.
A Bank of Japan summary of views from its January meeting showed policymakers flagged rising inflationary pressure from the weak yen and warned some risk of falling "behind the curve." The comments raise the prospect of an earlier policy reassessment that could affect global markets.
BlackRock CIO Rick Rieder has become a popular pick in online betting as Trump weighs his next Federal Reserve chair, and he’s known for a pro-crypto stance — calling Bitcoin the 'new gold.' His views have drawn attention from investors watching policy risks and digital-asset adoption.
The IMF says gold remains a store of value thanks to millennia of trust and intrinsic scarcity, even as cryptocurrencies and digital money proliferate. The comments signal continued demand from investors and reserves managers balancing new digital assets with traditional hedges.
Reports say the race to replace Jerome Powell is tilting toward a Bitcoin-friendly executive from BlackRock, signaling a major shift in the politics around monetary policy and crypto. Markets are watching for implications on regulation and central bank independence.
The IMF’s first deputy managing director said at Davos that growing stablecoin use in some countries could push governments to shore up fiscal and monetary policy frameworks. The comment highlights risks to monetary sovereignty and the need for stronger oversight.
At the World Economic Forum in Davos, Ray Dalio warned the current monetary system is starting to break down, a statement that could influence asset allocation and risk sentiment. His comments draw fresh attention to Bitcoin as investors weigh monetary instability against policy responses.
The Czech National Bank added cryptocurrencies to its official reserves in late 2025, becoming the first central bank to do so. The move is being watched as a potential precedent for reserve diversification and broader institutional acceptance.
An open letter from over 60 economists published on Jan. 12, 2026 urges EU lawmakers to implement an effective digital euro, warning that failure to act could cede control of Europe’s money to foreign or private payment systems. The signatories say a well‑designed CBDC is needed to preserve monetary sovereignty and the transmission of policy.