2026-01-16 02:00:32

#数字资产市场动态 The Federal Reserve's power transition is brewing with undercurrents. Chairman candidate Hasset recently issued strong words, claiming he is tough enough to outmaneuver opponents in a hostile meeting room, vowing to overturn the previous "politicized" decision-making approach and restore the Fed's independence. He advocates for aggressive rate cuts, aligning with Trump's policy direction.

But things are not that simple. Hawkish voting member Smith publicly voiced opposition, with opposing viewpoints. He believes that current inflation pressures still exist, and reckless easing would only create risk zones. Interest rates should remain at restrictive levels, as rate cuts do little to help employment and could instead threaten the 2% inflation target.

The two sides' positions clash fiercely, and divisions within the FOMC are becoming increasingly apparent. One side represents the White House's intentions, while the other adheres to traditional hawkish stances. The game among the 12 members has just begun. The end-of-month meeting will be a critical turning point, as market liquidity, ETH, and other assets await the tone set by this monetary policy decision.

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HalfIsEmpty

· 01-18 23:49

The Fed's show is giving me a headache, it's starting to play the game again... Hasset really dares to make bold statements, cutting interest rates, cutting interest rates. If it really crashes the market, don't regret it. Schmidt's side is still smart with hawkish policies; inflation can't be messed around with. We'll see the true colors at the end of the month. My positions are trembling... Only when one side wins will our coins know the outcome. This time it's really the White House vs. the old-school Fed, the drama is intense. Everyone is waiting for policies to be implemented. ETH is just sitting there, which is quite uncomfortable. A group of people are arm-wrestling in the conference room, and the bottom-tier retail investors can only watch... If interest rate cuts really happen, liquidity will explode, but if inflation isn't controlled well, it's all over. Just want to ask, before the end of the month, should we add to our positions or reduce? That's the real question.

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ForkMonger

· 01-18 05:06

governance theatre at its finest, watch the fed's internal fragmentation play out while they pretend independence matters... schmidt vs hasset is just symptom of deeper protocol rot tbh

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SchroedingerMiner

· 01-18 03:48

The internal struggle within the Federal Reserve is becoming more and more intense, with Harker and Smith really clashing. Doves vs. Hawks, both camps are determined, and the upcoming meeting at the end of the month is likely to be explosive. Basically, it's a gamble on the policy direction—whether ETH can really take off depends entirely on how these people vote. If they do cut interest rates this time, liquidity will return, and the crypto market might be ready to stir again. However, Smith's reasoning isn't entirely unfounded; inflation is still lingering, and a hasty rate cut carries real risks. It seems like these 12 FOMC members will be arguing until the end of the year. Let's sit back and watch the show.

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ApeWithNoChain

· 01-16 02:30

The Federal Reserve is about to have internal conflicts again, now ETH has a chance --- Basically, it's dovish vs hawkish, I bet the meeting at the end of the month will push prices up --- Hasset's "tough" rhetoric... just listen, still being pressed down by Schmidt --- Inflation isn't fully dead yet, and they want to aggressively cut interest rates? Isn't this just another shot for the crypto world --- 12 people in a room, and in the end, it's still Trump who makes the call. Don't deceive yourselves --- The key is liquidity, brother. As long as there's enough water, any coin will fly --- Schmidt still has a clear head, but that can't change the overall trend

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GateUser-7b078580

· 01-16 02:28

Data shows that the more intense the Fed internal conflicts, the greater the volatility in cryptocurrency prices. Hourly statistics indicate that this month has already experienced three gas fees... Although the easing of interest rate hike expectations is supporting the market, we still need to wait and see how the tone is set at the end of the month.

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SingleForYears

· 01-16 02:02

Another palace drama, the套路 is so old, let's see how ETH moves. Hasset, this guy only knows how to make bold statements. When it really matters, he might not be able to handle tough guys like Schmidt. Interest rate cuts, interest rate cuts. I just want to know when my coins will take off. FOMC meeting at the end of the month? Then I need to watch my positions carefully. These people turn everything upside down with just one decision. Politicization? Please, stop playing. It directly affects my wallet, everyone.

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