Bessent tells traders ‘I am the house’ as Bitcoin markets brace for volatility

U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent warned traders to expect continued volatility, using the phrase “I am the house” to emphasize the government’s policy leverage and willingness to shape market conditions. The remarks come as Bitcoin markets remain sensitive to fiscal, monetary, and regulatory signals. For Bitcoin, the implication is heightened near-term uncertainty, with policy developments likely to amplify price swings and risk sentiment.