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Tentative Ceasefire: Crypto at the Crossroads of Policy and Power
Can a fragile Washington–Beijing truce steady global markets
Austin Hodge
October 31, 2025
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A rare tariff truce between Washington and Beijing has injected a jolt of cautious optimism into global markets.
With tariffs trimmed, rare-earth restrictions paused, and agricultural trade revived, the tone has shifted from confrontation to negotiation. This recalibration ripples far beyond traditional assets—crypto markets, ever attuned to macro mood swings, have reacted with renewed intensity.
As volatility cools and policy uncertainty ebbs, investors are watching stablecoin flows and funding rates for the next signal of conviction. The question now is whether this fragile moment of cooperation can truly anchor confidence—or simply set the stage for the next surge of global market turbulence.
Let’s dive in!
The trading landscape took a curious turn as Washington and Beijing inked a tariff truce, stirring the financial pot with promises of rare-earth reprieves and agricultural goodwill. October's market tempos now dance to a different beat, as former foes swap tension for tempered talks. Trump's euphoria, rating the summit a chart-busting 12 out of 10, sets a momentous stage where crypto eyes the stage left open for opportunity. Rare-earth leeway and softening dollar tides are like music to the ears of crypto enthusiasts, heralding an era of steadier ships and firmer closes. With fewer surprises set to rock the boat, will cryptocurrencies ride the wave, riding high on macro whispers and micro signals alike? Let's dive in!
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