According to Fox News, Turkey has introduced a controversial policy of weighing citizens in public as part of its national effort to combat obesity (Fox News, May 28, 2025). This approach has sparked criticism over public shaming concerns but also highlights the government's intent to tackle rising health costs. For cryptocurrency traders, such public health initiatives can influence consumer sentiment, health-tech sector investments, and potentially shift local economic priorities, impacting Turkish lira-pegged stablecoins and regional crypto markets due to anticipated changes in consumer spending and regulatory focus.