The European Central Bank plans to launch the digital euro by mid-2029, with a pilot program scheduled for 2027.

Wintermute: Despite a brief rebound on Monday, the market remains fragile. Caution is advised.

Wintermute stated that Iran's geopolitical conflicts are causing volatility in risk assets, leaving the cryptocurrency market fragile. After a brief rebound, it remains under pressure. Despite ETF inflows, institutional participation is noticeably insufficient, and the bear market trend for altcoins continues. Investors are advised to remain cautious and monitor the developments of the conflict and their impact on energy costs and interest rate expectations.

Bank of Japan tests central bank digital currency blockchain settlement

PANews March 3 News, according to Solid Intel, the Bank of Japan will test the settlement of central bank funds on the blockchain between financial institutions.

JPMorgan Highlights Potential Digital Asset Rally Under Clarity Act

JPMorgan sees the Clarity Act as a significant opportunity for digital assets, predicting increased institutional investment and market stabilization if clearer regulations are established, particularly by the end of 2026.

New York Investment Maintains Federal Reserve Rate Cut Expectations, Oil Prices Surge Short-Term Difficulty in Shaking Policy Path

ChainCatcher reports that, according to Jinshi, Saira Malik, an investment analyst at New York-based firm Nuven, stated in a research report that the widespread impact of the US and Israel's attacks on Iran remains to be seen. She believes that global markets may experience more volatility, and the far-reaching effects will become clearer over time. While the surge in oil prices could push inflation higher, Malik expects this will not affect the Federal Reserve's policy in the short term. She maintains her forecast of two interest rate cuts by the Fed this year and believes that the 10-year US Treasury yield will fluctuate around 4%.

JPMorgan: Crypto Market Legislation Expected to Pass by Mid-Year! 8 Major Bullish Factors to Ignite the Second Half of the Year

JPMorgan predicts that the CLARITY Act will be passed by mid-year, establishing a clear regulatory framework for the U.S. cryptocurrency market and triggering a rally in the second half of the year. If the bill is approved, it could bring multiple positive impacts, with long-term Bitcoin prices potentially reaching $266,000, sparking institutional investment interest.

U.S. Senate passes landmark bill 84:6! Digital dollar faces significant resistance, CBDC issuance explicitly restricted

The U.S. Senate passed the "21st Century Housing Roadmap Act," which includes restrictions on central bank digital currencies, with 84 votes in favor and 6 against, demonstrating bipartisan consensus. The bill requires the Federal Reserve not to issue digital dollars until explicitly authorized by Congress and also focuses on housing supply and affordability in an effort to address the housing crisis. The passage of this bill could have a profound impact on future digital currency regulation.