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US FEDERAL AGENCIES TO REPORT CRYPTO HOLDINGS TO TREASURY BY APRIL 7
While federal agencies are required to report their holdings to the Treasury secretary, they are not required to disclose their holdings to the public.
US federal agencies are expected to disclose their cryptocurrency holdings to the Department of the Treasury by April 7, following an executive order signed by President Donald Trump earlier this year.
Citing an unidentified White House official, journalist Eleanor Terrett reported that the deadline for federal agencies to report their crypto holdings to Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent is April 7.
The disclosures will remain confidential for now. “Unclear as of now if and when the findings could be made public,” Terrett wrote.
Crypto disclosure follows Bitcoin Reserve establishment
The reporting requirement followed an executive order signed on March 7 that directed the creation of a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a broader Digital Asset Stockpile. The Bitcoin reserve will be seeded with BTC forfeited to federal agencies through civil or criminal asset seizures.
White House AI and crypto czar David Sacks described the reserve as a “digital Fort Knox for the cryptocurrency,” saying that the US will not sell any BTC held in the reserve. “It will be kept as a store of value,” Sacks added.
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Sacks previously lamented the US government’s sales of 195,000 BTC for $366 million. The official said the BTC sold by the US government could’ve gone for billions if it had only held on to the assets.
The reserve will initially be seeded by the BTC kept by the Treasury, while the other federal agencies will “evaluate their legal authority” to transfer their BTC into the reserve.
Regarding the digital asset stockpile, Sacks said it would promote “responsible stewardship” of the government’s crypto assets under the Treasury.
On March 2, Trump said that the crypto reserve would include assets like XRP, Solana and Cardano. The president later added Ether and Bitcoin to his crypto reserves list.
Crypto plunges as Trump tariffs shock global stocks
While Trump’s e------n may have positively impacted crypto markets, the US president’s next move has resulted in a market crash.
On April 5, the T------------------n hit all countries with a 10% tariff. Some countries were given higher rates, including China at 34% and Japan at 24%. The European Union was also hit with a 20% tariff.
Following Trump’s move, the overall crypto market capitalization declined by over 8%, slipping to $2.5 trillion.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: CoinTelegraph
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RIPPLE CEO ASKS IMF IF THEY’LL HOLD XRP—CLIP SENDS XRP ARMY INTO OVERDRIVE
▪️ Ripple boss’ question regarding the position of IMF on XRP has ignited excitement within the ecosystem as analysts hint at a “grand plan” behind the scenes.
▪️ According to a legal representative of the IMF, its legal framework demands that at least one country should adopt a crypto asset as a currency before the institution can make a decision to hold it.
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has elated enthusiasts as he asks the Deputy General Counsel in the International Monetary Fund’s (IMF) Legal Department, Ross Leckow, whether they have an interest in holding XRP.
In an X post shared by analyst Xaif, this discussion occurred at the Singapore Fintech Festival. Leckow, who prefaced his response, highlighted that he does not want to delve deep into the IMF’s position.
However, his conservative approach and reaction to this question, according to Xaif, implies that the IMF is making a significant move behind the scenes. Following his feedback, Garlinghouse humorously stated that Leckow appeared speechless at his question.
To clarify the confusion, the IMF’s legal team representative explained that its operation under the existing legal framework demands that at least a country has to legally recognize a digital asset as its official currency before the IMF could hold a crypto asset.
While no major economy has officially adopted a digital asset, several countries have taken the initial step to integrate blockchain-related solutions into their financial systems. Additionally, the US has taken the bold decision to create a strategic Bitcoin reserve, increasing the odds of future adoption as an official currency.
The IMF’s position on crypto integration has always been clear. According to them, their adoption could affect the effectiveness of monetary policy transmission, fiscal sustainability, as well as capital flow management measures due to their volatile nature.
Speaking at a joint conference with the South Korean government and central bank In 2023, the IMF’s Kristalina Georgievastressed the need to avoid the negative effects of cryptos.
Our goal is to make a more efficient, interoperable and accessible financial system by providing rules to avoid the risks of crypto, and infrastructure by leveraging some of its technologies.
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Garlinghouse Makes a Case for XRP
Garlinghouse earlier spoke comprehensively about the role of XRP during an event which had the IMF and the Swiss National Bank participating. As detailed in our last news piece, Garlinghouse explained that the creation of XRP was influenced by developers who recognized the limitations of Bitcoin. According to him, Bitcoin has scalability issues coupled with slow and expensive transactions.
Also, Garlinghouse spoke about how the traditional banking system has failed to fully serve some countries and payment systems. To address these challenges, he highlighted that XRP ensures that liquidity access is democratized while improving financial inclusion.
As featured in our recent coverage, the Ripple boss is expected to make more disclosure about upcoming updates and the ongoing development around the ecosystem in the much anticipated XRPL Apex 2025.
Following the recent discussions with the IMF legal representative and the hype surrounding Leckow’s reactions, XRP investors made a marginal move into the market, pushing the price up by 1.8% in just 24 hours. At press time, the asset was trading at $2.1 with a market cap of $124 billion.
According to our recent analysis, XRP could stage a bullish reversal to $6 in the short term once the market regains momentum.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: Crypto News Flash
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THE FUTURE OF FINANCE – HOW TOKENIZATION IS RESHAPING GLOBAL MARKETS
Introduction – The dawn of a new financial era
The financial industry is undergoing one of the most transformative shifts in history, fueled by blockchain technology and digital assets.
Among these advancements, tokenization stands out as a game-changer, poised to revolutionize asset ownership, investment accessibility and global liquidity.
But how exactly is tokenization reshaping the financial markets, and what does the future hold for investors? Let’s explore.
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Understanding tokenization in finance
Tokenization refers to the process of converting RWAs (real-world assets) – such as real estate, stocks, commodities or even fine art – into digital tokens on a blockchain.
These tokens represent fractional ownership of an asset, allowing for secure, transparent and efficient trading without the need for traditional intermediaries.
This concept is not entirely new, but recent advancements in blockchain infrastructure have made tokenized assets more viable than ever.
The key benefits include the following.
▪️ Increased liquidity – Tokenized assets can be traded 24/7, providing liquidity to traditionally illiquid markets like real estate.
▪️ Fractional ownership – Investors can own a portion of high-value assets, lowering entry barriers and democratizing investment opportunities.
▪️ Security and transparency – Blockchain ensures that transactions are immutable, reducing fraud and enhancing investor confidence.
▪️ Faster settlement times – Traditional financial settlements can take days, whereas blockchain-based transactions are nearly instantaneous.
Industries leading the tokenization movement
Tokenization is disrupting multiple industries, from real estate to fine art and beyond.
Here are some notable examples.
1. Real Estate
Property tokenization allows investors to purchase fractional ownership in high-value real estate properties.
Companies like RealT and Lofty AI are already leveraging blockchain to make real estate investment more accessible.
2. Stock markets
Stock exchanges are exploring tokenized securities, which could enable global 24/7 trading without intermediaries.
For instance, the Swiss SDX (SIX Digital Exchange) has introduced tokenized bonds and equities.
3. Commodities and precious metals
Gold-backed tokens – such as Paxos Gold (PAXG) and Tether Gold (XAUT) – provide a digital alternative to physical gold investments with seamless global trading.
4. Alternative assets – Art, collectibles and IP rights
Platforms like Masterworks enable investors to own shares of high-value artwork, turning exclusive assets into tradable digital securities.
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Challenges and regulatory landscape
Despite its advantages, tokenization still faces regulatory hurdles. Financial authorities worldwide are grappling with how to classify and oversee tokenized assets.
Will they be treated as securities? How will taxation and investor protections evolve?
The answers will shape the trajectory of this revolutionary technology.
The future of tokenized finance
As institutional investors warm up to digital assets, tokenization is likely to become a mainstream financial instrument.
In the coming years, we can expect the following.
▪️ More government-backed tokenized assets – e.g., CBDCs (central bank digital currencies)
▪️ Integration with traditional finance – hybrid models combining blockchain and conventional banking
▪️ Wider adoption in emerging markets, where access to traditional banking is limited
Conclusion – Are we ready for the tokenized economy
Tokenization is no longer a futuristic concept – it’s happening now.
The next decade will likely see a profound shift toward digitized financial systems, with blockchain at the core. Investors, institutions and regulators must collaborate to ensure a secure, scalable and inclusive financial ecosystem.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: DailyHodl
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US PRESIDENT TRUMP THREATENS ADDITIONAL 50% TARIFFS ON CHINA
US President Donald Trump is threatening an additional 50% tariff on China if Bejing doesn’t remove its retaliatory duties on US exports. The latter brought its own 34% tariff increase on the United States in response to Trump’s tariff announcement last week. Trump says he will implement the additional 50% tariff if China’s duties aren’t lifted by April 8.
Global stock markets, especially in the US, are being heavily hit on Monday, thanks to Trump’s tariffs. U.S. markets opened sharply lower Monday for a third trading session, as Trump’s tariffs paralyze global trade and investment. Asian markets also plunged overnight, with stock indexes in Singapore, Australia, Japan, South Korea, and India all suffering losses.
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Trump Threatens More Tariffs
In a post to his Truth Social account, Trump said the following about new tariffs for China:
“Yesterday, China issued Retaliatory Tariffs of 34%, on top of their already record setting Tariffs, Non-Monetary Tariffs, I-----l Subsidization of companies, and massive long term Currency M----------n, despite my warning that any country that Retaliates against the U.S. by issuing additional Tariffs, above and beyond their already existing long term Tariff a---e of our Nation, will be immediately met with new and substantially higher Tariffs, over and above those initially set.
Therefore, if China does not withdraw its 34% increase above their already long term trading abuses by tomorrow, April 8th, 2025, the United States will impose ADDITIONAL Tariffs on China of 50%, effective April 9th. Additionally, all talks with China concerning their requested meetings with us will be terminated!”
Today, the White House also dismissed a wire headline that said Trump is considering pausing new tariffs for 90 days. Several economic experts and billionaires say that the new Tariffs from the US threaten a recession that could last for years. Further, the tariffs could even spur more enemies for the US, with more than just China being hit hard.
European Union President Ursula von der Leyen said the EU is willing to negotiate tariffs with the U.S. However, von der Leyen also said the bloc will prepare to retaliate similarly to China.
With threats of a recession and potential economic battles between the US and other world powers, many suggest that the US tariffs are backfiring. Experts aren’t surprised, though, as threats of such an event happening were raised when Trump first brought around Tariff talks in his first presidency.
The White House has yet to comment on Trump’s social media post claiming an additional 50% tariff on China.
@ Newshounds News™
Source: Watcher Guru
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