FameEX Morning Crypto News Recap | May 19, 2025
2025-05-19 05:07:30Treasury Secretary Bessent: U.S. Focused on 18 Crucial Partnerships in Tariff Talks
On May 18, Bessent emphasized that tariff discussions are focused on 18 key countries, with most nations offering positive proposals. If countries do not engage genuinely, they will receive the U.S. tariff rates, expected to be similar to those set on April 2.
Morten Sæborg Set to Lead the Bitcoin Policy Institute as Secretary General
Morten Sæborg, ex-State Secretary of Norway’s Ministry of Finance, will take over as Secretary General of the Bitcoin Policy Institute in August 2025. The BPI will focus on combating Bitcoin bans, advocating for open legislation, and increasing public education on Bitcoin and the global monetary system.
Bearish Sentiment Prevails as Funding Rates on Leading CEX and DEX Platforms Drop
Funding rates from leading CEX and DEX platforms indicate a bearish trend in the market, according to Coinglass data.
Grayscale Research Director Predicts Bitcoin’s Market Share Will Stabilize, Not Drop Drastically
Bitcoin is benefiting from its perception as a 'non-sovereign asset' similar to gold, with products like the ETF driving capital inflows. Over the next 9 to 12 months, its market share is likely to stabilize between 60% and 70%, instead of undergoing a sharp decline.
Michael Saylor Releases New Bitcoin Tracker Details, Hinting at Potential Rise in BTC Holdings
Michael Saylor, founder of Strategy, revealed Bitcoin Tracker data and quoted, "Never shortchange those who buy orange ink by the barrel." This follows Strategy's usual pattern of announcing Bitcoin holding increases a day after related news is released.
'Rich Dad Poor Dad' Writer Anticipates Bitcoin Will Surge to $250,000 This Year
In a tweet, Robert Kiyosaki, author of 'Rich Dad Poor Dad,' forecasts continued growth for Bitcoin, gold, and silver. He’s purchasing more Bitcoin and expects it to hit $250,000 this year, advising investors to hold and buy more.
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