• September 6, 2024

Bitcoin Taking Cue From Stocks Heading Into Pivotal US Jobs Data

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  • September 5, 2024

Fed Officials to Speak Before Pre-Meeting Silence Period

According to Odaily, Friday marks the last day before the Federal Reserve officials enter their pre-meeting silence period. Federal Reserve's Williams and Governor Waller are scheduled to speak after the release of the employment report, providing the final opportunity to set expectations for the upcoming meeting. With economic growth and inflation slowing, adjusting the interest rate from the current 5.3% to around 4.5% seems more reasonable. If there are no signs that July's weak employment will continue into August, some Fed officials may resist a significant rate cut of 50 basis points. However, officials who were open to a rate cut at the July meeting might support a 50 basis point cut in September if the unemployment rate rises again and job growth further slows.

  • September 5, 2024

Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Addresses Arrest in France

According to Cointelegraph, Telegram founder Pavel Durov has spoken publicly for the first time since his arrest in France in August. Durov expressed surprise over the arrest, noting that Telegram has a legal representative in France to handle regulatory requests and inquiries. As a French citizen, he mentioned that authorities had multiple ways to contact him without involving law enforcement, highlighting his regular visits to the French Consulate in Dubai.Durov emphasized that Telegram is committed to its mission of free speech and expression. He stated that the company is willing to exit markets that do not align with its principles, asserting that their motivation is not financial but driven by the desire to uphold basic human rights, especially in regions where these rights are under threat.This is an ongoing story, and more details will be provided as they emerge.