The crypto market faced renewed volatility today as influential voices weighed in on global liquidity pressures, regulatory direction in the United States and stablecoin issuer Tether’s aggressive push into commodity lending. Here is a concise roundup of the major events shaping Bitcoin, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs and Web3.

Kiyosaki Blames Global Cash Crunch for Market Slide

“Rich Dad Poor Dad” author Robert Kiyosaki told his 2.8 million followers on X that he remains firmly invested in Bitcoin and gold despite the market downturn. He argued that the recent sell-off is driven by a worldwide cash shortage rather than a loss of confidence in hard assets.
According to Kiyosaki, “everything bubbles” are beginning to burst as governments face mounting debt burdens with limited liquidity. He suggested that authorities will eventually carry out what he calls “The Big Print,” a large-scale money-creation cycle that could push traditional currencies lower. He believes gold, silver, Bitcoin and Ethereum will become more valuable as this unfolds.

Kiyosaki advised only those who urgently need cash to sell assets, stating that most panic in the market is caused by liquidity pressure rather than fundamental weakness.

Regulation Direction Favouring CFTC Over SEC, Says Jeff Park

ProCap BTC chief investment officer Jeff Park sees a clearer regulatory structure emerging for the crypto sector. Speaking with entrepreneur Anthony Pompliano, Park said he believes the Commodity Futures Trading Commission is likely to gain a wider role in overseeing digital assets.
He explained that the CFTC’s focus on financial innovation, capital efficiency and derivatives aligns closely with the evolution of blockchain technology. He added that categorising crypto assets as commodities is consistent with the international nature of the market.
Despite this, Park noted that regulatory progress still faces complexities due to various stakeholders and legislative proposals.

Tether Expands Commodity Lending with Billions Already Deployed

Stablecoin giant Tether is significantly increasing its footprint in the commodities sector. CEO Paolo Ardoino revealed in an interview with Bloomberg that around 1.5 billion dollars in credit has already been extended to commodities traders. This financing is offered in both cash and USDt, the company’s flagship stablecoin.
Tether is targeting traditional commodity trades involving products such as agricultural goods and oil. Ardoino said the company intends to expand this activity dramatically through its Trade Finance division, which supports short term credit facilities used in global supply chains.

Growing Influence Despite Borrower Hesitation

Bloomberg reported that some traders remain cautious about borrowing in USDt rather than dollars. Even so, Tether’s growing financial strength may outweigh these concerns. With nearly 184 billion dollars worth of USDt in circulation, the company ranks among the most profitable organisations globally on a per employee basis.
Tether’s involvement in commodities is not new. Its tokenised gold product, Tether Gold, has grown rapidly during the recent rally in bullion. Ardoino also confirmed that the company holds more than 100 tonnes of physical gold, further reinforcing its commitment to commodity backed assets.

Summary

Today’s developments highlight intensifying stress across global markets, shifting regulatory expectations and the increasing role of stablecoin issuers in traditional finance. With influential figures signalling confidence in crypto assets and major companies expanding into new sectors, the industry continues to evolve even amid short term market uncertainty.