Crypto Macro News and Global Policy Updates

Executives at Consensus Hong Kong 2026 highlighted that traditional finance is transitioning to a 24/7 blockchain infrastructure, emphasizing the need for clear regulations and security to facilitate this shift. They noted that while tokenized finance is growing, it remains minor compared to traditional markets, and a hybrid future is anticipated.

SEC Chairman Paul S. Atkins outlined the SEC's key focus areas at the congressional session, including reducing corporate compliance costs, supporting IPOs and capital formation, promoting digital asset regulation, reviewing traditional regulatory tools, and strengthening investor protection and enforcement. The SEC will continue to protect investors and promote market fairness.

The Hong Kong Securities and Futures Commission announced new guidelines allowing licensed brokers to expand their business to include virtual asset collateralized financing and the use of virtual assets as collateral, opening up market liquidity. At the same time, a high-level framework for perpetual contracts is provided for professional investors, and affiliated companies are permitted to act as market makers to invigorate the virtual asset trading ecosystem and promote market development.

ChainCatcher reports that according to Gate market data, the S&P 500 index has turned downward, after previously rising as much as 0.7%; the Dow Jones is now down 0.18%, and the Nasdaq is down 0.4%.

Foresight News Report: Intercontinental Exchange (ICE) announces the launch of Polymarket signals and sentiment tools, providing prediction market data and analysis. ICE will be the exclusive provider of this data in the institutional capital markets. The service is delivered through ICE's existing data infrastructure, accessible in near real-time via ICE Consolidated Feed, and through ICE Consolidated

ChainCatcher News, according to Gate Market Data, on February 11th, the U.S. stock market opened with the Dow Jones up 0.11%, the S&P 500 up 0.6%, and the Nasdaq up 0.76%. Shopify (SHOP.N) rose 8.3% after the company announced a $2 billion stock buyback. Micron Technology (MU.O) increased by 6.1%, with Morgan Stanley raising its target price by $100 to $450.

ChainCatcher reports that, according to market sources, BlackRock is in talks with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission about tokenizing its iShares ETF products. BlackRock's Chief Financial Officer Martin Small said he couldn't determine whether this process would be completed within 90 days or 12 months. Matt Hougan commented that this could be one of the key narratives to lead the market out of the bear market and stated that it is very positive for both layer-one blockchains and decentralized finance.

The latest U.S. non-farm payroll data shows that 130,000 new jobs were added in January, far exceeding expectations. The labor market demonstrated resilience, easing concerns about an economic slowdown. The market currently expects the Federal Reserve to cut interest rates in July, and strong data has reduced the immediate need to implement easing policies. Additionally, Bitcoin experienced a brief rally before pulling back.

ChainCatcher reports that, according to Jinshi, Gammaroad Capital Partners Chief Investment Officer Jordan Rizzuto stated that the potential employment situation appears to be stronger than expected and may even be more optimistic than the recent assessments and descriptions by the U.S. Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC). If these data are maintained in revisions in the coming months, the implications for monetary policy suggest that we are closer to the neutral interest rate than the market previously priced in.

BlockBeats News, February 11 — Goldman Sachs Asset Management analyst Kay Haigh stated that there are some initial signs of the labor market tightening again, but there is still a way to go before it is fully tight. Given the economy’s continued outperformance, the focus of the FOMC will shift to inflation. We still believe the Federal Reserve has room to cut interest rates twice this year; however, if the CPI released on Friday unexpectedly rises, it could cause the Fed to lean hawkish. (Jin10)

Odaily Planet Daily reports that, according to Lookonchain monitoring, today the US Bitcoin ETF saw a net inflow of 4224 BTC, Ethereum ETF experienced a net inflow of 21416 ETH, and Solana ETF had a net profit of 88980 SOL.

Denmark's largest bank, Danske Bank, has ended an eight-year cryptocurrency ban, allowing clients to invest in Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs, reflecting a gradual acceptance of digital assets by financial institutions. Nevertheless, the bank emphasizes that cryptocurrencies are high-risk "opportunity investments" and does not provide specific investment advice, demonstrating a cautious stance.

ChainCatcher News, according to Gate Market Data, S&P 500 Index futures rose 0.4%, hitting a new intraday high.

Odaily Planet Daily News: According to Gate Data, after the Non-Farm Payrolls data was released, spot gold plunged nearly $40 in the short term, currently at $5052 per ounce. The US Dollar Index DXY surged 50 points in the short term, now at 97.14. (Jin10)

Odaily Planet Daily reports that according to CME "Federal Reserve Watch": the probability of the Federal Reserve cutting interest rates by 25 basis points by March is 21.7%, and the probability of keeping rates unchanged is 78.3%. The probability of a cumulative 25 basis point rate cut by April is 35.7%, with an 58.9% chance of holding rates steady, and a 5.4% chance of a cumulative 50 basis point cut. By June, the probability of a cumulative 25 basis point rate cut is 49%.

Etherium co-founder and ConsenSys CEO Joe Lubin has sparked a controversial discussion once again on the long-term security of Bitcoin. In a discussion, he cautioned that Bitcoin might have an existential issue in future. In particular, he mentioned the idea of the so-called Q Day – the point at

Grayscale’s latest research finds Bitcoin’s short-term price movements correlate more with stocks than with gold. The asset manager’s report highlights that Bitcoin’s fall alongside tech equities challenges the “digital gold” narrative Grayscale Investments released a research report

The recent decline in the cryptocurrency market is viewed as a "traditional financial event," caused by rising Japanese yen interest rates and increased borrowing costs leading traders to liquidate positions. Despite increased market volatility and active Bitcoin ETF trading, industry insiders believe that institutions have not fully withdrawn. It is expected that by 2026, traditional finance and crypto infrastructure will become further integrated.

Hong Kong will allow licensed platforms to offer crypto perpetual contracts under strict risk controls for professional investors. The SFC will limit access to institutions and require strong systems to manage leverage volatility and liquidations. Bitcoin and Ether will anchor crypto

ChainCatcher News: Denmark's largest bank, Danske Bank, is offering Bitcoin and Ethereum ETPs to investors, ending an eight-year cryptocurrency ban. Danske Bank's stance has shifted, citing a response to the growing demand from clients. Previously, the bank had explicitly stated that it would not provide any type of cryptocurrency services. While acknowledging that the cryptocurrency market has matured in recent years, it still emphasizes that cryptocurrencies are not recommended as an asset class.