Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addresses AI, yen, and bond markets

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U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent addressed several critical economic and geopolitical issues during recent congressional testimony. Regarding artificial intelligence, Bessent advocated for voluntary industry guidelines over strict regulation, emphasizing the need to maintain the U.S. lead in global compute power, which currently stands between 55% and 60%. He expressed a goal to reach 80% by 2028 to compete with China.

On currency and markets, Bessent discussed the Treasury's involvement in yen interventions, noting that the U.S. has profited from these actions and that a stronger yen benefits American exporters. He also defended recent bond buybacks as successful measures to inject liquidity, despite 10-year Treasury yields reaching their highest levels since 2007.

In terms of foreign policy, Bessent confirmed ongoing discussions with China regarding Iran's financial ties and the Iranian regime. Additionally, he is reviewing a proposal from President Donald Trump to provide $5,000 payments to adult Americans, a measure he suggests could be implemented without increasing the public deficit. Bessent also defended the legitimacy of intangible assets like stocks and bonds during a debate over cryptocurrency.

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[○ 1 SOURCE] The US Treasury has had discussions with China regarding Iran's financial connections. www.dgabc.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] The United States currently holds between 55% and 60% of global compute power. cryptobriefing.com
[● 2 SOURCES] The two most recent Treasury bond auctions were the most successful in the last 20 years. bpmoney.com.br · www.moneytimes.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] The Treasury Department is advocating for voluntary industry guidelines for AI rather than prescriptive regulation. cryptobriefing.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The US aims to increase its share of global compute power to 80% by 2028. cryptobriefing.com
[○ 1 SOURCE] The US government is analyzing a proposal to pay $5,000 to every adult American if Republicans win the November legislative elections. bpmoney.com.br
[○ 1 SOURCE] The US Treasury used assets from its Exchange Stabilization Fund to support the Japanese yen. www.abcmoney.co.uk
[○ 1 SOURCE] The US Treasury has conducted bond buybacks to inject liquidity and combat rising yields. www.moneytimes.com.br