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China’s new regulations heighten US-China trade tensions

By Estefano Gomez · Published April 23, 2026 · 1 min read · Source: Crypto Briefing
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China’s new regulations aimed at securing its manufacturing dominance add tension to US-China relations. The odds of Trump visiting China by May 31 are at 76% YES, down from 78% yesterday.

The April 30 market sits at 0% YES with only a week left. May 31 odds have dipped slightly as traders price in escalating trade tensions. The June 30 market holds at 84% YES, suggesting traders expect any visit is more likely after further diplomatic back-and-forth.

Combined actual USDC traded over 24 hours is $50,801, with liquidity sufficient to absorb fluctuations. A 3-point drop occurred in the May 31 market at 3:28 AM, likely driven by small but directional trades reacting to the regulatory news.

China’s legislative move complicates diplomacy and looks like a direct response to US “friendshoring” efforts. At 24¢, buying YES in the May 31 market pays $1 if Trump visits, a 3.17x return. For that bet to pay off, traders need to believe a diplomatic breakthrough happens within 38 days.

Watch for official statements from the White House and China’s Foreign Ministry. Any confirmation of a summit or shift in trade negotiations would move these markets fast.

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Term Structure
Contract Odds Δ since publish Volume 24h
April 30 0.5% Trade →
May 31 75.5% Trade →
June 30 84.5% Trade →
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