币界网报道：The Federal Reserve's Open Market Committee is expected to maintain interest rates at 4.25%-4.50% during its upcoming announcement, with markets focusing on the interest rate dot plot for future policy signals. Crypto traders anticipate the dot plot's projections could influence market sentiment, as fewer than two projected rate cuts may reinforce a "higher-for-longer" narrative, while dovish surprises could boost crypto markets. Analysts note reduced expectations for 2025 rate cuts from 100 to 50 basis points due to persistent inflation and a strong labor market, with potential further reductions to 25 basis points if Middle East tensions escalate. A hawkish Fed stance may pressure Bitcoin short-term but could enhance its long-term appeal as a hedge against rising U.S. debt servicing costs.