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This essay discusses the unique legal restrictions and considerations public servants face when engaging in stock investment. It emphasizes the importance of understanding regulatory frameworks, managing insider trading risks, tax implications of investment income, and maintaining ethical standards for responsible wealth building in the long term.

The cryptocurrency market has evolved dramatically over the past decade, driven by technological innovations and the emergence of new concepts like DeFi and NFTs. While the potential for significant returns exists, investments also come with high volatility and risks. Achieving extraordinary gains requires multiple factors to align, emphasizing the importance of strategic thinking and thorough market analysis for investors. Balancing the potential with caution is crucial for successful investment in this dynamic landscape.

Assets Under Management (AUM) is an important indicator for evaluating the strength of an investment management company, covering various types of assets and directly related to management fees. The calculation of AUM is affected by market prices, capital flows, and investment performance. Global leading asset management firms such as BlackRock and Vanguard Group are massive in scale. When investors consider AUM, they should be cautious of over-reliance and also pay attention to returns, risk management, and fee structures.

Bitcoin, once dismissed by financial elites, has become a crucial economic infrastructure. This shift reflects a fundamental change in perception among influential figures, highlighting a growing recognition of Bitcoin's strategic importance across sectors, from major banks to government levels.

Andreessen Horowitz's vision for 2026 outlines a roadmap for transforming cryptocurrencies from speculative assets into practical infrastructure. Key focuses include enhancing stablecoins, redefining identity compliance, and integrating privacy measures, emphasizing the need for regulatory alignment to realize blockchain's potential.

According to DefiLlama analysis, the Real Assets (RWA) sector has experienced rapid growth in decentralized finance, rising into the top 5. The entry of institutional investors and stable yields are driving factors, with tokenized U.S. Treasuries and others leading the way.

In 2026, Japanese financial institutions will finally begin full-scale development of digital assets. As exemplified by the joint stablecoin project announced by the three megabanks last November, the integration of traditional financial systems and blockchain technology is transitioning from the theoretical stage to implementation. At the same time, with cryptocurrency regulations shifting to the Financial Instruments and Exchange Act (FIEA), the prospect of allowing crypto asset businesses by bank subsidiaries is also expanding.
Mr. Hiroo Iso, Executive Managing Director and Group CDIO of Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC Group), describes this turning point as "an opportunity where digitization, stablecoins, and tokenization will fundamentally change the management model of banks."

The current cryptocurrency market is undergoing a consolidation phase, with institutional capital inflows and an improving regulatory environment indicating future opportunities. Bitcoin and Ethereum remain the foundational investments, while altcoins like Solana and Chainlink may have higher growth potential. Investors should evaluate project fundamentals, allocate assets reasonably, and manage risks to seize the upcoming bull market.

Financial leverage is a tool that can amplify investment returns, but it also comes with high risks. By borrowing from financial institutions, investors can operate larger positions with a small amount of capital, but losses can also multiply. This article introduces various leveraged investment tools to explain the mechanism of leverage and risk prevention suggestions, emphasizing the importance of using leverage reasonably and establishing risk management awareness.

Bitcoin is increasingly demonstrating independence from traditional precious metals like gold and silver, as highlighted by recent market movements. Analysts suggest this divergence may signal a shift in market perceptions and lead investors to explore altcoins.

The essay highlights structural issues on the X platform, revealing that high impressions do not guarantee revenue, as shown in a 2025 case study. It emphasizes the impact of bot-generated interactions and calls for a shift towards meaningful engagement and quality content for sustainable monetization.

Korean influencer Yanghoon Kim is stirring the crypto market by shifting focus from Bitcoin to XRP, predicting it will reach $100. His strong stance has sparked mixed reactions, with supporters and skeptics debating the credibility of his claims, fueled by his high IQ. This prediction raises investor expectations and questions the gap between personal opinions and the actual potential of altcoins in the digital asset space.

The essay discusses how the surge in AI investment and cryptocurrency, especially Bitcoin, creates a risky scenario. With Bitcoin's price at $92.04K, experts warn of potential market destabilization and a significant drop in value if the AI bubble bursts. This interconnectedness heightens risk, necessitating diversification and vigilance for investors.

Snoop Dogg views the current cryptocurrency market correction as an opportunity for growth. To celebrate his 54th birthday, he will launch an exclusive NFT collection priced at $1, featuring unique digital content and tangible rewards, emphasizing the real-world potential of digital assets.

Since mid-December, gold prices have surpassed symmetrical triangle resistance, showing a rise of over 6% month-on-month. Analysts suggest the potential for prices to reach between $5,300 and $5,700 by early 2026, though adjustments may occur in late January. Geopolitical risks and currency devaluation are supporting these price movements, while traders are also focusing on volatile assets like altcoins.

Ripple's market valuation has reached $40 billion, reflecting its growing influence. Under Brad Garlinghouse's leadership, XRP's performance shows significant growth and strategic funding of $500 million supports expansion efforts, particularly in stablecoins. The RLUSD coin has seen a remarkable 1,825% growth. Garlinghouse's leadership continues to receive positive industry recognition.

The U.S. Supreme Court will announce several major rulings this Friday, including on President Trump's international tariff policy. The policy imposes tariffs ranging from 10% to 50% on imported goods and has sparked legal challenges. If the ruling is unfavorable to the Trump administration, it will have a significant impact on its economic policies, restrict the implementation of trade policies, and become a serious legal setback.

From Billionaires to Market Spectators
The Trump family’s wealth portfolio has encountered a setback over the past two months. According to Bloomberg data, the family’s total assets have fallen from $7.6 billion to $6.6 billion, a decrease of $1 billion, and have even dropped out of the Forbes Global 500 list. Behind this rapid decline is the cost of the family’s hefty bets in the cryptocurrency sector.
The Cost of Investment Decisions
The aggressive expansion of Trump Media & Technology Group has been the main source of these losses. The company purchased 11,500 Bitcoins over the past few months at an average price of $115,000 per Bitcoin, with a total investment of over $2 billion. However, as Bitcoin’s price dropped from its October high of $125,000 to around $90,900 currently, this investment has already shrunk by over $800 million.

When the Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) announced a 25 basis point cut in the benchmark interest rate to 3.50% to 3.75%, both Wall Street and crypto exchanges responded almost simultaneously. This is not just a simple numbers game but an economic signal affecting the entire chain from mortgages to digital assets.
Chain Reaction of Benchmark Rate Adjustments
The Federal Reserve's benchmark interest rate determines the cost of overnight borrowing for banks, thereby influencing the lending environment of the entire economy. When the benchmark rate is lowered, the cost of capital decreases, and borrowing thresholds are lowered. What does this mean for the crypto market?
Liquidity Release: Under low-interest-rate conditions, capital locked in traditional finance begins to seek exits. Some of it will flow into digital assets—because, compared to the near-zero returns of bank deposits in the past, the potential returns of digital assets are more attractive.
Dollar Depreciation Signal: Rate cuts are usually accompanied by a weakening dollar. Since the dollar's purchasing power is diminishing, holding dollars is less favorable than converting to