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The Five Most Important Stories in Crypto Last Week [Pre-Election Edition]
Nov 3, 2024
Scott Melker, a distinguished crypto analyst and educator, joins for a lively discussion on recent market dynamics. They delve into Michael Saylor's ambitious Bitcoin buys, the volatility keeping BTC at around $70k, and the challenges of accurately valuing cryptocurrencies. The conversation also touches on the innovative exSat Network aiming to enhance Bitcoin's scalability without sacrificing its core values, and the increasing regulatory scrutiny surrounding Tether and its implications for the upcoming elections.
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- The unexpectedly low U.S. job growth raises concerns about employment data reliability and its impact on potential Federal Reserve interest rate cuts.
- Bitcoin's price stability around $70,000 amidst rising ETF investments indicates growing institutional interest and possible volatility in the market.
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U.S. Job Numbers and Economic Impact
The podcast discusses the unexpectedly low U.S. job growth reported for October, where only 12,000 jobs were added against an expectation of 106,000. This marked the lowest job growth since July 2021, with previous months’ strong job figures revised downward significantly. The hosts argue that these revisions raise questions about the reliability of employment data and suggest that this development may provide the Federal Reserve with the justification needed for potential interest rate cuts. The economic implications of these numbers just days before the U.S. presidential elections highlight the significance of labor market conditions on broader economic policy.
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