Washington's situation is becoming increasingly complex. On one side is the power struggle over interest rate policies, and on the other is the reality constraint of inflation data. What does this mean for holders of cryptocurrencies? It's worth sorting out carefully.

Recent policy developments have indeed been a bit chaotic. After the new leadership took office, they want to make a difference on interest rates, but the reality is still there — the 2.7% inflation data remains a concern, and those seemingly "cut-rate advocates" are actually boxed in. Moreover, next year's Federal Reserve voting power leans more towards a hawkish stance, which means the anticipated large rate cuts might have to wait longer.

In simple terms: rate cuts won't come very soon.

What is the immediate impact on the market?

In the short term, the power vacuum and expectation confusion will cause various assets to fluctuate wildly. There's no other way — this is the market's worst nightmare: uncertainty. The US dollar will remain relatively strong in this environment, as high interest rates will continue to influence the attractiveness of risk assets. But from a longer-term perspective, global debt pressures are still there, and ultimately, the market will move toward easing policies — it's just a matter of when and how.

Regarding crypto assets, industry insiders have recently offered some practical advice:

**On currency selection**: Hold core positions in Bitcoin and Ethereum, as these are long-term bullish assets. But be sure not to use leverage to bet on short-term fluctuations. Meme coins are very risky; most have already died. If you want to participate, only consider those with strong community support, like DOGE and PEPE. The BNB ecosystem can be moderately allocated, but it should be clear that it is a "long-lasting" asset, not one that can quickly surge.

**On operational mindset**: What is the ultimate rule for beginners? Only use money you can afford to lose entirely to learn about the market. Stay away from high-leverage tools like derivatives. This lesson is painfully clear and must be remembered.

**Practical suggestions**:

Keep your core positions steady — don’t be scared out of Bitcoin and Ethereum by short-term news. These are the fundamentals.

Strictly filter altcoins; only invest in projects you truly understand, with ecosystems genuinely developing and making tangible progress. Don’t blindly chase trends.

Maintaining some liquidity is very important. Keep some cash on hand, waiting for those good assets that are unfairly punished due to the Fed drama. Only with bullets can you truly take action when the time comes.

Don’t let the noise from the Fed drown out your judgment. Ultimately, the market is driven by hard indicators like inflation and employment data; news noise is just distraction.

Honestly, bull markets often grow slowly amid doubt and worry. External turbulence is precisely the test — those who can hold onto truly valuable long-term assets are the real winners in the end.