Bitcoin Has A 120-Day Fed Countdown - Trump Just Signed The Order | Mike Alfred

Trump’s newly signed executive order mandating a 120-day review of crypto firms’ access to Federal Reserve payment rails marks a seismic shift in regulatory alignment, potentially paving the way for stablecoin giants like Tether and Coinbase to gain direct Fed access—something Caitlin Long fought for years. This move isn’t just symbolic; it signals the U.S. government’s growing recognition of crypto as a core financial infrastructure, not a fringe asset. Mike Alfred argues that this is the final catalyst in a long-term integration process, where Bitcoin mining companies have already evolved into AI data center developers, with Iron, Cypher, and TerraWolf leading the charge. The real story isn’t mining—it’s infrastructure. Meanwhile, Alfred’s own massive $8.3 million stake in Bakkt and his bullish stance on Strive’s daily dividend-paying preferred stock (SATA) reveal a deeper bet on the convergence of crypto, finance, and institutional adoption. He believes that even in a stagnant Bitcoin market, the relentless daily payouts from SATA create a self-reinforcing flywheel of de-risking and investor confidence—making it the most compelling income product in history. The irony? The most powerful players aren’t the loudest—they’re the ones quietly building the rails while others debate the price.