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US midterms put Trump-era crypto boom and prediction markets at risk

·Economic Times·Impact 3/5 · Notable

The US midterm elections have created uncertainty for the crypto industry, particularly those companies that benefited from the more relaxed regulatory environment established during President Donald Trump's term. This environment allowed companies like Coinbase, Strategy, and Bullish to thrive. A potential shift in power in Congress could bring tighter oversight of digital assets and prediction markets.

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Why it matters

The US midterm elections could lead to a change in the regulatory environment for crypto assets, potentially threatening the growth of the crypto market. A Democratic takeover of Congress may result in stricter regulations, which could negatively impact

Market impact

Impact score
3 / 5
Market signal
Negative / risk-off
Category
Market moves
Model confidence
55%

Markets & countries in focus

United States

Transmission channels

Regulatory change→Crypto market decline→Investor risk aversion→Blockchain stock decline

Likely winners & losers

Under pressure

  • Crypto assets
  • Blockchain stocks

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