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    Jerome Powell Confirms US Banks Can Serve Crypto Clients, Sparks 2.7% Bitcoin Surge

    Story Highlights
    • Jerome Powell confirms U.S. banks can serve cryptocurrency clients, clearing up regulatory uncertainty.

    • The announcement has led to positive market reactions, with Bitcoin rising 2.7% in the last 24 hours.

    • Other major cryptocurrencies, including Ethereum and Solana, also saw significant gains, reflecting market optimism.

    Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently confirmed that U.S. banks are allowed to offer services to cryptocurrency customers. This announcement has generated excitement, especially in the Bitcoin market. Over the past 24 hours, Bitcoin has risen by 2.7%, reflecting a positive market reaction.

    Here’s everything you need to know about this important development.

    No Restrictions for Banks Serving Crypto Clients

    Powell’s statement cleared up confusion about whether U.S. banks can legally offer services to cryptocurrency users. He made it clear that there are no restrictions preventing banks from providing these services. This reassures both financial institutions and cryptocurrency users.

    However, Powell also warned that banks must understand and manage the risks involved with cryptocurrencies. While the opportunity for banks to serve crypto clients is open, itโ€™s important that they take the necessary precautions to handle potential risks.

    Crypto Markets React

    The cryptocurrency community has warmly welcomed Powell’s statement, and the response from major cryptocurrencies reflects this. In the last 24 hours, the entire crypto market saw a 1.3% rise. Bitcoin, in particular, surged by 2.7%, showing the marketโ€™s positive sentiment.

    Bitcoin Price Performance: January Overview

    Bitcoin’s market has experienced significant ups and downs this month. At the start of January, it was valued at $93,636. On January 6, it reached $102,230.78, but between January 7 and 9, Bitcoin saw a correction of 9.34%.

    By January 17, Bitcoin recovered, and on January 20, it hit a monthly high of $109,735.24. Currently, Bitcoin is valued at $105,200, about 4.31% lower than its peak.

    The positive momentum isnโ€™t just limited to Bitcoin. Other major cryptocurrencies have also experienced notable gains in the past 24 hours. Ethereum is up by 1.7%, Solana has increased by 3.3%, Cardano by 1.5%, TRON by 1.2%, and Chainlink by 4.8%.

    Jerome Powellโ€™s confirmation that U.S. banks can serve crypto clients has sparked a wave of optimism across the market. This development signals more regulatory clarity and growing confidence in the cryptocurrency sector.

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