Initial unemployment claims to be announced tonight | ETH whale issuance voting imminent, four Federal Reserve officials speak intensively

【BlockBeats】Tonight at 21:30, the US initial jobless claims data will be officially released. This data is related to the Federal Reserve’s assessment of the economic situation—previously at 208,000, with market expectations at 215,000. It seems to indicate some softening in the employment sector.

Meanwhile, a major event is brewing in the Ethereum ecosystem. The institution with the largest holdings, BitMine, is convening a shareholder meeting with a critical agenda—expanding shares from 500 million to 50 billion. Once approved by vote, BitMine will have more ammunition to buy ETH, which is a direct positive stimulus for price expectations.

What’s even more noteworthy is the voice from the Federal Reserve. FOMC permanent voting member and New York Fed President Williams will deliver an opening speech. Minneapolis Fed President Kashkari, a 2026 voting member, will also speak, along with Atlanta Fed President Bostic and Richmond Fed President Barkin, who will comment on Virginia’s economic outlook. The dense statements from these four officials imply policy signals that should not be underestimated.