CoinDesk Podcast Network Trump Rejects SBF Pardon Possibilities | CoinDesk Daily
Jan 9, 2026
In a revealing interview, Trump declares he won't pardon Sam Bankman-Fried, raising questions about the disgraced FTX founder's future. The latest jobs report sends mixed signals, with payroll numbers falling short and unemployment unexpectedly dropping. Meanwhile, Bitcoin remains resilient, trading above $90,000 as traders speculate on future federal rate adjustments. The Electric Coin Company is making a bold move, rebranding to CashZ to focus on consumer wallets. Join the discussion on these pivotal financial topics!
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Trump Rejects SBF Clemency
- President Trump explicitly said he will not pardon Sam Bankman-Fried despite lobbying and media efforts.
- This refusal contrasts with Trump's prior crypto-related clemency decisions, highlighting selective pardon patterns.
Mixed Signals From U.S. Jobs Report
- U.S. December jobs data showed mixed signals with only 50,000 jobs added and a sharper downward revision for October.
- The unemployment rate fell to 4.4%, giving a brighter labor-market signal amid weak payroll additions.
Crypto Markets Digest Fed Signal
- Bitcoin held steady above $90,000 while traders priced in a likely Federal Reserve pause in January.
- Markets remain split on whether rate cuts will resume in March, reflecting uncertainty around policy timing.