Odaily News According to market news: Officials from the U.S. Department of Justice urged Fed Chairman Powell to replace Governor Cook. In addition, White House trade adviser Navarro stated that Powell's anti-Trump stance is concerning. (Jin10)

Golden Finance reports, market news: The civil fraud fine of $464 million imposed on U.S. President Trump has been dismissed by the New York State appellate court.

Jin10 reported on August 21 that Trump stated that winning a war without attacking an aggressive country is very difficult. It’s like a great sports team that has excellent defense but no offense; there’s no chance of winning! The same goes for Ukraine and Russia. The cunningly incompetent Joe Biden will not allow Ukraine to counterattack, only to defend. What’s the result? In any case, if I were president, this is a war that would never happen—zero chance. Interesting times are coming!!

Jill Hirzel of Insight Investment believes the dollar may weaken due to Trump’s policies undermining the exceptionalism of the United States, leading to a reduction in capital inflows. However, investors should be cautious about betting on a decline in the dollar, as growth in other regions is weak, and real interest rates may remain high.

According to a report by Jinse Finance, market news released by @DeItaone states that Trump has not made any decisions regarding the IPO of Fannie Mae and Freddie Mac.

Eric Trump stated at the SALT conference that Bitcoin will surpass $1 million, predicting a price of $175,000 by the end of this year. He is a Bitcoin supporter, and the American Bitcoin project he founded is listed on NASDAQ. The CEO of Coinbase holds a similar view.

On August 21, Jin10 reported that U.S. President Trump plans to issue an executive order aimed at cracking down on the act of burning the American flag while circumventing a 1989 Supreme Court ruling that deemed flag burning as protected free speech. Two anonymous government officials stated that the executive order is set to be signed on Thursday. Under this order, the Department of Justice will review cases involving the burning of the American flag to determine whether charges can be brought based on offenses unrelated to the act of burning the flag itself, such as "disorderly conduct" or "public disturbance."

On August 21, Jin10 reported that on August 20 local time, the Texas House of Representatives passed a bill regarding the redistricting of congressional districts. The district map was drawn at the request of President Trump and aims to add five seats for the Republican Party in next year's midterm elections. On the 18th, dozens of Democratic lawmakers from the state ended their "walkout" and returned to Texas. The leader of the Texas House Democrats stated that their return was due to the achievement of the two previously mentioned goals: the current special legislative session of the state was ended early on the 15th due to the resistance of the Democrats; and California and other Democrat-led states are considering redrawing their congressional districts to compensate for the seats that Democrats might lose in Texas.

According to Golden Finance, the Wall Street Journal reports: Trump is considering using the excuse to fire Federal Reserve Board of Governors member Cook.

Odaily News Although acknowledging that Hasset is qualified for the position, Alan Sinha of Decision Economics expressed concerns about the independence of the Fed under his appointment. Sinha pointed out: "If a low interest rate policy is pursued for political purposes — which is a strong advocacy and direction of the Trump administration — it will be seen by the market as executive interference in the Central Bank, thereby constituting macro risk."

Odaily News According to a special edition of a Fed survey conducted by the media, U.S. President Donald Trump will nominate his chief economic advisor Kevin Hassett to be the next chair of the Fed.

Jin10 data reported on August 20 that Evgeny Griva, Russia's deputy trade representative in India, stated that despite the possibility of higher U.S. tariffs, Russia still expects India to continue purchasing its oil. Griva said on Wednesday that India's imports of Russian oil may remain at current levels. This statement comes amid escalating tensions over U.S.-India tariffs. Trump has imposed a 25% tariff on Indian goods and threatened to raise it to 50% on August 27, with half of the penalties targeting India's purchase of Russian oil, which the U.S. believes helps fund Putin's war in Ukraine. India defends its right to procure from the cheapest sources, stating that the tariffs are "unreasonable." Griva noted that Russian oil is sold to India at about a 5% discount, leaving India with almost no alternative options. By mid-2025, India's imports of oil from Russia are expected to be around 1.7 million barrels per day, accounting for the total overseas procurement of the country.

Putin proposed Moscow as a meeting place with Zelensky but was rejected, and the Austrian Chancellor stated that Vienna is suitable for dialogue. Hungary has become a "safe house" recognized by both the US and Russia, where Trump discussed this location with the Hungarian Prime Minister. Macron suggested a meeting in Geneva, Switzerland, and Istanbul, Turkey, was also mentioned.

On August 20, Jin10 reported that US Treasury Secretary Basent stated in an interview with Fox News Channel: "We are selling weapons for supply to Ukraine to the Europeans, and President Trump has marked up these weapons by 10%." Previously, media reports indicated that Ukraine would commit to purchasing $100 billion worth of US weapons, with the funding to be provided by the European Union under the framework of the US security assurance agreement.

Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced a deep pullback, temporarily reported around 113,110 USD on August 20. Key Republican senators anticipate that the Democrats will support the Digital Asset Market Clarification Act (CLARITY Act). Former White House cryptocurrency director Bo Hines serves as an advisor to Tether, promoting a strategy for expansion into the United States. Ripple's RLUSD and the USD1 linked to Trump are used for the bullish 1.1 billion USD IPO settlement.

After a meeting with leaders from Ukraine and Europe, U.S. President Trump called Hungarian Prime Minister Orban to discuss the obstacles to Ukraine's accession to the EU. Orban firmly opposes Ukraine's entry into the EU, believing it would be detrimental to security, and expressed interest in hosting talks between Putin and Zelensky.

According to Jin10 data on August 20, the Associated Press reported that a knowledgeable source revealed that the U.S. Department of Justice is investigating whether the Washington D.C. police fabricated crime data. As the investigation unfolds, the Trump administration and New York City are engaged in an escalating political confrontation over control of the police department. It is still unclear which federal laws may have been violated by the alleged manipulation of crime data. Additionally, earlier reports indicated that a commander of the Metropolitan Police Department, suspected of manipulating crime data, has been placed on paid administrative leave.

Foresight News reports that U.S. President Trump commented on the Russia-Ukraine war: Ukraine should not seek to join NATO. Trump also stated that Ukraine will not become a NATO member and pointed out that Putin may be unwilling to reach a peace agreement.

According to Jinse Finance, Thumzup Media Corporation, a social media company in which Trump’s eldest son Donald Trump Jr. has invested and holds reserves in Crypto Assets, announced the acquisition of the DOGE Mining company Dogehash Technologies. The specific acquisition amount has not been disclosed, and Dogehash will trade under the new stock code "XDOG" on the NASDAQ stock market. It is reported that the company currently owns about 2,500 Scrypt ASIC Mining Rigs in North America and also mines Scrypt Algorithm assets such as Litecoin. After the acquisition is completed, it is expected to deploy more equipment later this year.

Jin10 data August 19 news, U.S. President Trump stated on social media that during a meeting at the White House, he discussed security guarantees for Ukraine with European leaders, which would be provided by European countries in coordination with the United States. Trump noted that after the meeting, he spoke with Putin and began arranging a meeting between Putin and Zelensky, with the location to be determined. Following this meeting, a trilateral discussion will be held, involving the presidents of Russia and Ukraine along with himself. Vice President Vance, Secretary of State Rubio, and Special Envoy Witkoff are coordinating with Russia and Ukraine.

On August 19, Jin10 reported that when U.S. President Trump was quietly talking with French President Macron, he expressed his belief that Russian President Putin "wants to make a deal for me." While waiting for other leaders to gradually enter the East Wing of the White House to discuss Ukraine's security issues and his recent meeting with Putin, Trump was recorded by an open microphone sharing his views with Macron. "I think he wants to make a deal," Trump said calmly. "I think he wants to make a transaction for me. You understand? It sounds crazy."

Jin10 reported on August 19 that French President Macron proposed holding a quadrilateral meeting, including Europe, on the issue of Ukraine during peace talks with U.S. President Trump, Ukrainian President Zelensky, and other EU leaders on Monday. He stated that the idea of a trilateral meeting involving the U.S., Russia, and Ukraine is "very important because it is the only way to solve the problem," but he suggested that Europe should also be involved, without specifying who should represent Europe.

Jin10 data August 19 news, "Have you ever said thank you once?" U.S. Vice President Pence questioned Zelensky at the White House in February this year, accusing him of not showing enough gratitude for the support received from Washington. This time, before the meeting with Tz, Zelensky said "thank you" eight times. In addition to directly thanking Trump, he also expressed gratitude to the First Lady of the United States and others. Zelensky also swapped his signature military T-shirt image for formal attire to attend this meeting. Six months ago, American journalist Glenn at the White House criticized him for "not wearing a suit". This time, Zelensky, who was dressed in a much more formal manner, received praise from Glenn for "looking fabulous." Zelensky then "scored a point back," pointing out that Glenn "was still wearing the same trap from six months ago."

Jin10 Data, August 19 - On that day at around 1 PM, Trump and Zelensky held a joint press conference before their bilateral meeting to set the tone for the subsequent formal discussions. The focus of the talks will be on ceasefire, peace protocol, and future security guarantees for Ukraine. At the press conference, Trump stated that he does not rule out the possibility of sending U.S. troops to participate in peacekeeping missions in Ukraine. This statement has been interpreted by the outside world as a significant potential shift in his policy stance.

BlockBeats news, on August 19, U.S. President Trump stated that Russia has agreed to accept security guarantees, and we will consider who is responsible for what. I am optimistic that we will jointly reach a protocol to prevent aggression against Ukraine. We also need to discuss possible territorial exchanges. Only Zelensky and Ukraine can make that decision. While we are committed to achieving lasting peace, we all hope for an immediate ceasefire. As of now, that has not happened. A final peace protocol is achievable and could be realized soon. I believe there will be a solution today, and the resolution may include security measures. (Jin10)

Jin10 reported on August 19 that on August 18 local time, Ukrainian President Zelensky was praised for his attire during a meeting with U.S. President Trump. A reporter pointed out, "You (Zelensky) look great in that suit!" Trump then responded, "I said the same thing." Trump also mentioned the previous criticism Zelensky faced for not wearing a suit at the White House.

Jin10 reported on August 19, Eastern Time, that Ukrainian President Zelensky entered the White House again after six months, and is about to meet with U.S. President Trump. When Zelensky visited the U.S. for a meeting with Trump in February this year, a heated argument occurred, leading to his early departure from the White House.

On August 18, Jin10 reported that the White House requested Ukrainian President Zelensky to wear a suit and tie when meeting with Trump in the Oval Office. It is currently unclear what Zelensky will decide to wear, but reports suggest he may compromise by wearing a dark jacket over a black T-shirt — the same outfit he wore at Pope Francis's funeral. During a meeting in the Oval Office in February, Zelensky stated that he would wear a suit once Ukraine is no longer in a state of war.

Jin10 reported on August 18 that with the convening of the second special legislative session, Democratic lawmakers from Texas have returned to the state. Previously, they had left Texas for two weeks to block a vote on a new congressional district map supported by Trump, which could potentially give the Republican Party up to five additional seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. Democrats have stated that they have not given up this fight, and if the map is ultimately passed by the Republican-controlled state House and Senate and signed into law by the governor, they will resort to legal challenges. During the first special session, their departure had left the House without a quorum, leading to a standoff in legislative work. The Democratic leader of the state House, Gene Wu, stated: "Our return is to establish the necessary legal record to defeat this proposal."

Golden Finance reports that US President Trump stated: The White House is welcoming an important day. We have never had so many European leaders visiting at the same time. This is a great honor for the United States!! Let's see what the results will be.

On August 18, Jin10 data reported that emerging market assets rose slightly ahead of talks between Trump and Zelensky, with investors focusing on whether there will be signs of progress in the Russia-Ukraine peace protocol. The MSCI Emerging Markets Stock Index briefly rose by 0.6%. Investors remain cautious ahead of the Jackson Hole annual meeting later this week, as Powell’s speech may hint at the possibility of interest rate cuts in September. "The strong performance of risk assets has been remarkable, and valuations are increasingly stretched," wrote a team led by Deutsche Bank analyst Jim Reid in a report. The team led by Mark Haefele, Chief Investment Officer of UBS Global Wealth Management, stated in their report that given the huge gap in negotiating positions and the lack of decisive progress on the battlefield, "we expect the Russia-Ukraine conflict to continue into next year. Any negotiation process will be prolonged due to a lack of trust and the significant gap in objectives, and any protocol may be subject to skepticism."

Jin10 data August 18 news, amidst a general decline in the market, most European defense stocks rose against the trend, after European leaders vowed to continue supporting Ukraine following the summit between Trump and Putin in Alaska. German Rheinmetall rose 3%, while smaller companies Renk and Hensoldt rose 2.6% and 2.2% respectively. Sweden's Saab soared 3.8%, Italy's Leonardo rose 3.2%, and Britain's BAE Systems rose 1.6%. Holger Schmieding from Berenberg stated in a research report: "Europe will have to invest more in its own defense. Trump seems inclined to reduce or even terminate U.S. support for Ukraine."

Jin10 data reported on August 18, Tickmill Group market strategist Patrick Munnelly stated in a report that the upcoming Jackson Hole seminar, which will open on Friday, is expected to be a key moment for the market, during which Fed Chairman Powell will outline the Fed's short-term policy direction. However, he pointed out that, as usual, the differing opinions of Trump and Bessent could add noise. Munnelly mentioned that the noise could arise from ongoing discussions surrounding Fed appointments, potential legal challenges, and changes in labor market reports. He added, "Before this, the July FOMC meeting minutes to be released on Wednesday may provide valuable clues for bridging the interest rate outlook discrepancies."

The director of the Center for European Studies at the University of Southern California, English, stated that the meeting between Zelensky and Trump will be difficult, as the peace protocol is unfavorable to Ukraine. Trump emphasized that Ukraine must accept the reality of losing some territory and clarified that the hopes of reclaiming Crimea and Donbas have been shattered, calling for follow-up on Ukraine's future security guarantees.

Foresight News reports that Trump stated on Truth Social, "If Zelensky is willing, he can immediately end the war with Russia, or he can continue to fight. Remember how the war started. Obama did not take back Crimea (12 years ago, without firing a shot), and Ukraine did not join NATO. Some things never change."

Bitcoin (BTC) showed low trading volume over the weekend, reporting around $117,230 during the Asian session on August 18. U.S. President Trump stated that he would delay increasing tariffs on Chinese goods due to China's purchase of Russian oil. After launching an attack on Monero (XMR), Qubic is now targeting DOGE. Japan announced that it will approve the first batch of yen-backed stablecoins this fall.

Ukrainian designer Elvira Gasanova stated that Zelensky might choose a more formal military-style outfit when meeting Trump in Washington, in response to previous criticism for informal attire.

Jin10 reported on August 18 that the leaders of the UK and France co-hosted an online meeting with Ukrainian President Zelensky and other allies. In a joint statement after the meeting, the UK and French leaders stated that Kyiv's allies are ready to deploy a "guarantee force" to Ukraine after a ceasefire. The leaders of the "voluntary alliance" praised US President Trump for his commitment to providing security guarantees to Ukraine, and they pledged to play a "crucial" role in this effort. They also expressed their readiness to help ensure the safety of Ukraine's skies and seas and to strengthen Ukraine's armed forces.

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio expressed anger to the media over claims that Trump may have coerced Ukrainian President Zelensky into reaching an unfavorable peace agreement, calling it a "stupid media narrative," and emphasized that the U.S. has frequent contacts with Zelensky.

Jin10 data reported on August 18 that French President Macron stated after the "voluntary alliance" meeting on August 17 that Russia is asking Ukraine for capitulation through its peace proposal. "I do not believe that Putin wants peace," Macron told reporters. "I believe he wants Ukraine to capitulate." Macron will meet with U.S. President Trump and other European leaders, including Zelensky, on August 18.

U.S. Secretary of State Rubio stated that the United States will work to promote an agreement between Russia and Ukraine, but both sides need to make concessions. He mentioned that the meeting between Trump and Putin could provide a breakthrough for peace, emphasizing that achieving a ceasefire still requires patience and long-term efforts, while Ukraine needs to participate in the agreement negotiations.

Golden Finance reports, President Trump: Significant progress with Russia, please follow.

Jin10 reported on August 17 that according to the Belarusian presidential press service, on the afternoon of August 17, Belarusian President Lukashenko had a phone call with Russian President Putin, during which Putin informed Lukashenko about the results of his recent meeting with Trump. The report stated that during the call, the leaders of the two countries discussed the regional situation, the recent Russia-US summit held in Alaska, and the bilateral relations between Belarus and Russia.

Jin10 reported on August 17 that German Chancellor Merz, French President Macron, and British Prime Minister Starmer will hold consultations on the 17th to decide whether to travel to the U.S. to participate in the talks between Trump and Zelensky on the 18th. TASS reported, citing German media, that the final decision to go depends on receiving a formal invitation from the U.S. Although Trump suggested that Zelensky invite European leaders to the U.S., no formal invitation has been issued as of now.

The talks between Trump and Putin are progressing smoothly, but no ceasefire protocol has been reached. Subsequently, he plans to meet with Ukrainian President Zelensky to discuss the details of ending the conflict, and may meet with Putin again.

On August 16, Jin10 reported that on August 16 local time, European Parliament President Metsola posted on social media that Ukraine's future path must be a sustainable peace. Metsola stated that U.S. President Trump will meet with Ukrainian President Zelensky at the White House on the 18th, and the European Parliament welcomes Trump's efforts in this regard, as well as his communication with European leaders. Metsola emphasized that the goal is clear for both Ukraine and Europe: to establish a lasting peace based on strong and reliable security guarantees.

Reports indicate that if Putin commits to a ceasefire, Europe will consider easing sanctions on Russia. EU ambassadors held an emergency meeting in Brussels to discuss possible conditions for facilitating a ceasefire in Ukraine. Trump revealed to Zelensky and others that Putin wants to sign a comprehensive peace agreement. The EU is expected to issue a joint statement on this matter on Saturday.

Trump stated on social media that his meeting with Putin went smoothly, calling for a direct agreement on the Russia-Ukraine peace protocol, emphasizing the importance of the entire meeting, and revealing that Zelensky will visit the US.

Trump and Putin met in Alaska, achieving six outcomes, including the restoration of the high-level meeting mechanism between Russia and the United States, clarifying the conditions for ending the Ukraine conflict, and both sides agreeing to negotiate without preconditions, with responsibility lying with Ukraine and Europe.

BlockBeats news, on August 16, according to Axios reporters, Ukrainian President Zelensky plans to travel to Washington as soon as possible on Monday to meet with U.S. President Trump. (Jin10)