Analyst: Coinbase expects to report revenue of $1.84 billion in the fourth quarter

[White House Envoy Whitaker Faces Conflict of Interest Over Unresolved Crypto Assets] The White House stated that envoy Whitaker has yet to divest his cryptocurrency assets, including shares linked to the Trump family, which could lead to a conflict of interest. Currently, he has completed financial disclosures and is working with ethics officials and legal advisors to ensure compliance with government regulations and to divest the relevant assets. If disputes arise over whether the assets constitute a conflict of interest, Whitaker could face legal risks, particularly when participating in matters related to his financial interests, potentially violating the Criminal Conflict of Interest Statute.

[The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at this week's meeting] According to Nikkei News, reported by Jinse Finance: The Bank of Japan is expected to keep interest rates unchanged at this week's meeting.

[Traders Accelerate Options Buying to Address Volatility Surge] According to glassnode data, on September 17, ahead of the FOMC meeting, options traders are rapidly purchasing options to hedge against the surge in market volatility, reflecting the market's uncertainty about the meeting's outcome and expectations of significant moves.

[Long-term U.S. Treasury Yields Edge Lower Ahead of Fed Decision] On September 17, ahead of the Federal Reserve's interest rate decision, long-term U.S. Treasury yields edged lower, with the 10-year Treasury yield nearing 4%. Short-term Treasury yields showed little change, as the market has already priced in expectations of a 25 basis point rate cut. Analysts noted that if the decision signals economic weakness or further rate cuts, yields and the dollar may decline; if the signals are cautious, the market may see temporary relief.

[EU Senior Representative Calls for Crackdown on Russian Banks and Cryptocurrencies] The EU High Representative for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy, Kallas, stated that Russia has recently intensified its actions against Ukraine, calling for measures to crack down on Russian banks, cryptocurrencies, and shadow fleets.