Inflation


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Here's What Inflation Rising Faster Than Expected Means for Bitcoin

Some investors are buying bitcoin as a hedge against inflation, but CoinDesk's Director of Data and Indexes Galen Moore is skeptical. "The idea that somebody is afraid that the dollar is losing its value and therefore is fleeing to the safety of bitcoin is frankly silly," Moore said.

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Bitcoin, Inflation and the U.S. Dollar

Data from Coin Metrics show bitcoin rising as the U.S. dollar weakens. Will the trend continue in light of Wednesday's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showing inflation climbing at a faster pace than economists expected? "All About Bitcoin" host Christine Lee reviews the data in Chart of the Day.

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Consumer Inflation Speeds Up in April: Why Crypto Cares

The April U.S. Consumer Price Index (CPI) rose 4.2% from a year ago, the fastest pace since 2008. “The Hash” panel digs into the CPI report and discusses why it is significant for cryptocurrency investors.

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How Every Empire Falls: Not Inflation, But Devaluation of Currency, Says Morgan Creek Capital Founder

Responding to Wednesday's Consumer Price Index (CPI) report showing consumer prices jumping 4.2%, Morgan Creek Capital Management CEO Mark Yusko says he’s more concerned about the Western world’s systematic devaluation of the currency. He talks about his bullish outlook on bitcoin, potential risks of bitcoin investing, and thoughts on the Dogecoin (DOGE) phenomenon.

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Yellen Tones Down Rate Hike Comments; Hints at US Crypto Regulatory Framework Need

During a Wall Street Journal event Tuesday, U.S. Treasury Secretary Janet Yellen clarified her previous comments on inflation, saying she’s “not predicting or recommending” rate hikes. BTC has bounced back nearly 7% in the past 24 hours.

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As Crypto Companies Go Public, Valuations Raise Questions

New Constructs CEO David Trainer and Ernst & Young Global Blockchain Leader Paul Brody discuss Coinbase’s $100 billion valuation and how useful these measurements are with inflation looming in the air.

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US Consumer Inflation Higher Than Expected in March: What It Means for Bitcoin

U.S. consumer inflation increased 2.6% in March, higher than consensus estimates. What does this data mean for the Federal Reserve and bitcoin traders?

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