# U.S. Treasury

Type: organization

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## Timeline

- **2026**: Powell Inflation Commentary — Fed Chair Jerome Powell warns of persistent inflation, signaling a hawkish policy path.
- **2026**: Market Sell-off — U.S. equities and Treasuries drop sharply in response to Federal Reserve sentiment.
- **2026**: Arizona Files Charges — State authorities announce criminal charges against Kalshi for illegal gambling operations.

## Recent coverage (3 stories)

### Middle East Conflict Weakens USD Safe-Haven Appeal, Boosting Bitcoin Narrative
2026-03-23 02:32:09 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 7/10 · Sources: 10

Escalating geopolitical tensions in the Middle East are challenging the long-held status of the U.S. dollar as the primary global safe-haven asset. This shift is driving institutional and retail interest toward decentralized alternatives like Bitcoin, reinforcing its role as 'digital gold' in a fragmenting financial landscape.
Full story: https://getcryptobrief.com/story/middle-east-conflict-usd-safe-haven-bitcoin

### Fed Holds Rates Steady as Global Conflict Fuels Economic Uncertainty
2026-03-19 14:21:10 · Sentiment: Neutral · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 2

The Federal Reserve has opted to maintain current benchmark interest rates, citing the unpredictable economic impact of ongoing global conflict. This "wait-and-see" approach signals a cautious stance on inflation and growth as geopolitical tensions reshape market liquidity.
Full story: https://getcryptobrief.com/story/fed-holds-rates-steady-wartime-uncertainty-2026

### Arizona Files Criminal Charges Against Kalshi Amid Broader Market Turmoil
2026-03-19 00:15:43 · Sentiment: Bearish · Impact: 8/10 · Sources: 4

Arizona authorities have filed criminal charges against prediction market platform Kalshi, alleging the operation of illegal betting activities within the state. The legal escalation comes as Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s hawkish inflation comments triggered a sharp sell-off across U.S. equities and Treasuries.
Full story: https://getcryptobrief.com/story/arizona-criminal-charges-kalshi-market-volatility

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