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News

📢 John Deaton Expresses Surprise At Ripple’s Exclusion As Crypto Firms Look To Apply For Bank Licenses

Former Senatorial candidate and pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton has commented on a recent report that revealed certain crypto firms are looking to apply for bank licenses. Deaton expressed surprise that Ripple wasn’t among these firms, considering the efforts the crypto firm has made so far to disrupt the financial landscape.

⚠️ Donald Trump Warns Of A ‘Slowing Economy’ If Fed Chair Jerome Powell Doesn’t Cut Rates

US President Donald Trump has warned of what could happen to the US economy if the Fed Chair Jerome Powell refuses to act fast and cut interest rates. This is significant considering how a slowdown in the US economy could impact the crypto market.

Markets

📊 4 Altcoins to Sell As Japan Refuses to Concede to US Tariff Demands

The crypto market trades in the green today, April 21, with Bitcoin price clinching a three-week high above $87,000, pulling top altcoins up. However, despite the gains, macroeconomic fears still linger due to the ongoing US tariffs, with Japan’s recent refusal to concede on all US demands sparking marking anxiety. Traders are now looking for altcoins to sell to minimize the likelihood of making losses if any deal between the US and Japan on tariffs falls through.

🚀 Top 3 Blue Chip Crypto Tokens to Buy if Trump Fires Jerome Powell

Crypto tokens have started the week well, with Bitcoin and other top coins rising by over 1%. One reason for the rally is the rising probability that President Trump will remove Jerome Powell as Fed Chair. Such a move would lead to a weaker US dollar, and a possible surge of gold and Bitcoin. Let’s find out some of the best blue-chip altcoins to buy if this happens.