- 1. Fear & Greed Index drops to 21 amid Burlison AI roundtable uncertainty.
- 2. Bitcoin holds steady at $75,016 with 0.6% gain in fearful markets.
- 3. XRP surges 3.3% to $1.44 as talks eye AI-crypto finance.
Burlison AI roundtable launches April 17, 2026, led by Rep. Eric Burlison (R-MO) in Washington, D.C. Diverse experts from Asia, Africa, and Latin America join U.S. leaders for inclusive AI policy prosperity, per House.gov press release. Crypto Fear & Greed Index hits 21, Bitcoin trades at $75,016 per CoinGecko.
Global Voices Drive AI Policy Prosperity
Panelists from Singapore's AI hubs, Nigeria's fintech centers, and Brazil's tech ecosystems discuss AI's role in emerging markets. Rep. Burlison emphasizes underrepresented voices to counter U.S.-centric policies. Developers from Latin America demonstrate blockchain-AI hybrids that expand financial access for 1.7 billion unbanked adults, per World Bank 2024 report.
Global datasets create fairer AI models. Finance executives connect this to crypto infrastructure expansion. PwC projects AI adds $15.7 trillion to the global economy by 2030, with 45% from emerging markets like China and India.
Crypto Fear Index Plunges to 21 on Policy Watch
Crypto Fear & Greed Index falls to 21, signaling extreme fear on April 17, 2026. Investors track AI policy shifts for blockchain effects.
Ethereum slips 0.1% to $2,347.90 per CoinMarketCap. XRP jumps 3.3% to $1.44 amid cross-border payment hopes. BNB climbs 1.9% to $634.20, USDT stable at $1.00.
Roundtable explores decentralized AI on Ethereum. African startups apply AI to mobile money, reaching 600 million users via M-Pesa per GSMA Intelligence.
Emerging Markets Pioneer AI-Crypto Finance
Asian firms develop efficient AI for supply chains. Latin American experts streamline blockchain for instant trade finance. Rep. Burlison advocates shared regulatory standards across borders.
Indian panelists promote open-source AI for underserved regions. Nigeria's developers merge AI with stablecoins for remittances, slashing costs 50% per Chainalysis 2025 report.
Ethical AI talks stress local data. African leaders flag Western biases in financial algorithms.
Burlison AI Roundtable Seeks Regulatory Harmony
Tech firms seek clear AI-blockchain rules. U.S. policy aligns with EU AI Act and Singapore frameworks. Burlison AI roundtable builds global ties.
Crypto markets prove resilient at fear level 21. Policy wins spark 20-30% rallies, analysts forecast.
Fintech Bridges Emerge from Diverse Tech Voices
AI boosts crypto mining efficiency and price forecasts. Layer-2 Ethereum powers AI-DeFi agents for Southeast Asian microloans.
XRP gains highlight cross-border promise. Emerging markets capture 70% of AI-blockchain value per McKinsey Global Institute.
Latin supply chains use AI for fraud detection, saving $50 billion yearly.
Burlison AI Roundtable Sets Legislation Path
Event paves way for bipartisan bills. Rep. Burlison integrates diverse input into U.S. strategy. Burlison AI roundtable cements America's global tech lead. Crypto rebounds as policy clarity emerges.
