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The GENIUS Act Sparks Debate Over Stablecoin CBDC Concerns

The GENIUS Act Sparks Debate Over Stablecoin CBDC Concerns

On July 18, 2025, President Donald Trump signed the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.S. Stablecoins Act, known as the GENIUS Act, into law, marking a significant step in regulating privately issued payment stablecoins in the United States. The legislation, passed by the House of Representatives on July

US House Advances Three Major Crypto Bills for Floor Vote

US House Advances Three Major Crypto Bills for Floor Vote

The U.S. House of Representatives has taken a significant step toward advancing cryptocurrency legislation by passing a procedural vote on three pivotal bills. Late Wednesday night, House Resolution 580 cleared the chamber with a tight 217-212 vote, paving the way for the Guiding and Establishing National Innovation for U.

Stablecoins Undermine Decentralization and the Vision for Financial Freedom

Stablecoins Undermine Decentralization and the Vision for Financial Freedom

In 2008, Satoshi Nakamoto introduced Bitcoin with a revolutionary idea: a decentralized, peer-to-peer digital cash system that bypassed banks, governments, and intermediaries. The Genesis block’s embedded message, referencing a 2009 news headline about bank bailouts, underscored Bitcoin’s purpose as a rebellion against a flawed financial system. It promised

Bolivia Announces Plans for CBDC to Streamline Cross-Border Payments

Bolivia Announces Plans for CBDC to Streamline Cross-Border Payments

Bolivia’s Central Bank, under the leadership of President Edwin Rojas Ulo, is forging ahead with plans to introduce a digital currency known as the “virtual boliviano,” set to debut during the nation’s bicentennial independence celebration on August 6, 2025. This initiative, designed to modernize the country’s payment

Worldcoin Launches in US with Eye-Scanning Cryptocurrency Initiative

Worldcoin Launches in US with Eye-Scanning Cryptocurrency Initiative

A cryptocurrency project co-founded by Sam Altman, known for his leadership at OpenAI, has officially launched in the United States. Worldcoin, a blockchain based digital currency tied to a unique iris-scanning identification system, is now available across most of the country, marking a significant step for the ambitious initiative. Backed

Tether Blacklisting Raises Concerns Over Centralized Stablecoin Control

Tether Blacklisting Raises Concerns Over Centralized Stablecoin Control

A recent blacklisting of a user’s wallet address by Tether (USDT) has sparked renewed debate about the risks of centralized stablecoins, as the action froze funds held in a non-custodial Unstoppable Wallet. This incident highlights Tether’s ability to remotely block transactions, a power rooted in its centralized control

What You Need to Know About the Digital Euro Launch and Why Privacy Matters

What You Need to Know About the Digital Euro Launch and Why Privacy Matters

The European Central Bank is preparing to launch a digital euro, targeting a full rollout by the end of 2025. Touted as a modernization effort for the Eurozone’s financial framework, this initiative reflects a broader global trend toward central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). Under the leadership of ECB President

Trump’s Crypto Push Raises Questions About the Euro’s Future

Trump’s Crypto Push Raises Questions About the Euro’s Future

On March 10, 2025, the head of the European Stability Mechanism (ESM), Pierre Gramegna, raised alarms about the growing influence of U.S. cryptocurrency policies under President Donald Trump’s administration. Speaking to Bloomberg News, Gramegna cautioned that Trump’s aggressive promotion of dollar-backed stablecoins could threaten the European Union’

European Central Bank is Planning to Launch Blockchain Payment System

European Central Bank is Planning to Launch Blockchain Payment System

The European Central Bank is setting its sights on developing a blockchain-based payment system designed to streamline how financial institutions settle transactions using central bank money. This ambitious step could pave the way for a wholesale central bank digital currency, often referred to as a CBDC, marking a significant shift

Fed Chair Jerome Powell Declares No Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) for the US

Fed Chair Jerome Powell Declares No Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC) for the US

In a statement, Jerome Powell, the Chair of the Federal Reserve, has made it clear that the United States will not be venturing into the realm of central bank digital currencies (CBDCs). This announcement comes at a time when the world is witnessing a significant shift towards digital currencies, with

Trump Signs Historic Crypto Executive Order Bolstering US Digital Finance Leadership

Trump Signs Historic Crypto Executive Order Bolstering US Digital Finance Leadership

BREAKING: In an unprecedented move for the United States, President Donald Trump has signed an executive order that promises to reshape the regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies. This directive comes at a time when cryptocurrencies and digital assets are increasingly becoming a focal point in global finance, signaling a strong push

Secretary of Treasury Nominee Scott Bessent Rejects CBDC, Signals US Policy Shift Under Trump Admin

Secretary of Treasury Nominee Scott Bessent Rejects CBDC, Signals US Policy Shift Under Trump Admin

In a news clip from the Senate hearing for the Secretary of Treasury nomination, Scott Bessent expressed his view that there's no compelling reason for the U.S. government to establish a Central Bank Digital Currency (CBDC). This statement could indicate a significant policy shift, especially as Trump

Roger Ver Appears on the Alex Jones Show to Discuss His Battle Against Political Persecution

Roger Ver Appears on the Alex Jones Show to Discuss His Battle Against Political Persecution

In a recent segment aired today December 14, the Alex Jones Show delved deep into the contentious legal battles surrounding Roger Ver, an early Bitcoin advocate known as "Bitcoin Jesus." Alongside Ver's advocate, Tracy Thurman, and cryptocurrency expert Aaron Day, the discussion painted a vivid picture

EU Parliament Member Advocates for Bitcoin Reserves Over Digital Euro

EU Parliament Member Advocates for Bitcoin Reserves Over Digital Euro

In a recent speech that has sparked significant conversation, French Parliament Member Sarah Knafo has called for a bold new direction in European financial policy. Urging her fellow legislators to embrace the future of finance, she advocated for the establishment of national strategic Bitcoin reserves while firmly opposing the European

Missouri Takes Stand Against CBDCs Embracing Gold Reserves

Missouri Takes Stand Against CBDCs Embracing Gold Reserves

In an interesting move to safeguard financial sovereignty, Missouri's Senate has introduced a bill that not only bans central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) from being recognized as legal tender but also pushes for an increase in the state's gold and silver reserves. This legislation, known as