2026-01-18 16:38:50

U.S. Treasury Secretary Bessent recently stated that the United States has entered a golden age of cryptocurrency. This official statement sends a strong signal — the decision-makers in the traditional financial system are changing their attitude towards digital assets. As regulatory frameworks become clearer, institutional investors are increasingly participating, and the crypto market is experiencing a critical transition from the fringe to the mainstream. Policy-level recognition paves the way for the long-term development of the blockchain ecosystem. Whether it is Bitcoin, Ethereum, or other mainstream assets, they are expected to gain broader market acceptance in this new phase.

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SignatureCollector

· 01-21 14:28

Bessent said that, really? It seems like the group that used to criticize us has now all shut up haha

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GhostWalletSleuth

· 01-21 08:55

Golden Age? Ha, it's finally our turn. Just say it earlier, officials. --- I only half believe what Bessent said. It really depends on how they act. --- It's the regulatory framework again... daily frameworks. Nothing beats real gold and silver. --- The institutional investors entering now are all here to eat the meat. Retail investors, we need to watch closely. --- Wait, from fringe to mainstream... does this mean the early dividends are coming to an end? --- Sounds nice, but the key is whether Bitcoin can break new highs. --- That's too official. Just listen and don't take it seriously. --- Can Ethereum really turn things around this time? I find it hard to believe.

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MEVSandwichVictim

· 01-21 08:35

Golden age? Wake up, the regulators are still sharpening their knives.

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ImpermanentPhobia

· 01-18 17:07

Golden Age? Ha, I only believe half of what Bessent says. The key is whether it can truly be implemented later on. Institutional entry is a fact, but the nightmare for retail investors is just beginning. Don't be fooled by official rhetoric. Wait, they say they approve, but why are they still working on those complicated regulatory frameworks... Isn't that contradictory? Speaking of which, Bitcoin and Ethereum should have been mainstream long ago. Why are they only now "expected" to be? Bessent's words sound good, but I'm worried it's just another hype before a wave of retail investors get cut. Clear regulations are good, but will a clear direction be unfriendly to us retail investors? Golden Age, huh? Then we should hurry to get on board... No, this is the most dangerous time.

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FlashLoanLord

· 01-18 16:53

Golden Age? Ha, let's wait and see... Is this really the case or just another pie in the sky? Bessent's words sound nice, but what's the regulatory framework really like? Does institutional entry automatically mean bullish? Not necessarily. Finally, there's official endorsement, it feels like the entire community is about to change. How long can this wave last... question mark. Whether Bitcoin can truly break out depends on what happens next. Well, at least it's no longer demonized. Speaking of which, a friendly policy does not equal a price increase, everyone. If it were truly the golden age, it would have been even more crazy by now.

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BearMarketBard

· 01-18 16:44

Golden age? Just listen to it; let's talk about it once real regulation is implemented.

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MetaNomad

· 01-18 16:42

Golden age? Wait, is this a sign of upcoming taxation? Haha

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BtcDailyResearcher

· 01-18 16:40

Golden age? Anyway, I don't believe the nice words from American officials. Only actual policy implementation counts.