Politics

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Donald Trump

Trump Family Has Made Over $1 Billion in Crypto Profits

The Trump family has built a substantial fortune in the cryptocurrency space over the past year, amassing more than $1 billion in pre-tax gains from various digital asset projects. This development comes during President Donald Trump's second term, which has seen a surge in interest for Trump-linked tokens

FTX

Sam Bankman-Fried Accuses Biden Admin of Targeting Him Over Republican Donations

Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF), the founder of the now-defunct FTX cryptocurrency exchange, has resurfaced with fresh allegations against the Biden administration. In a social media post shared on Wednesday, he described his 2022 arrest as a politically charged move tied to his shift in political donations. The claims come as he

Bitcoin

US Government Shutdown Pushes Bitcoin Toward New All-Time High

Bitcoin stands on the brink of surpassing its all-time high, with market analysts forecasting a breakthrough as early as next week. It’s currently trading at around $123,227, reflecting a 12% increase over the past seven days and positioning it just 3% shy of its previous peak. This momentum

Coinbase

Coinbase and Lightspark Face Backlash Over Support for Vercel CEO Netanyahu Photo

The tech world erupted in controversy this week when Guillermo Rauch, CEO of the AI cloud platform Vercel, shared a selfie with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu. The photo, posted on September 29 after a private meeting in New York focused on AI's role in Israel's

Ross Ulbricht

Bitcoin Pioneer Ross Ulbricht Fires Back at Kamala Harris Over Fentanyl Claims

Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the Silk Road marketplace and a pioneering voice for Bitcoin, has directly addressed a recent portrayal of his case in former Vice President Kamala Harris's new memoir. In a pointed social media post, Ulbricht refuted Harris's description of him as "

Prediction Markets

South Park Spotlights Crypto Prediction Markets in Trump Satan Baby Satire Episode

The long-running animated cartoon South Park continues to push boundaries with its sharp commentary on current events. In the latest installment of season 27, episode 5 titled "Conflict of Interest," creators Trey Parker and Matt Stone weave a wild narrative around former President Donald Trump and Satan. The

Bitcoin

Golden Trump Bitcoin Statue Sparks Debate in Washington DC

A striking 12-foot golden statue of President Donald Trump holding a Bitcoin appeared outside the U.S. Capitol on September 17, 2025, captivating onlookers and igniting a firestorm of reactions. The shimmering monument, unveiled just hours before the Federal Reserve announced a 25-basis-point interest rate cut, transformed a routine monetary

Regulations

Tyler Winklevoss Slams Brian Quintenz CFTC Nomination Over Conflict of Interest Concerns

The nomination of Brian Quintenz as the chair of the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has hit a significant roadblock, as newly surfaced emails have raised concerns about potential conflicts of interest tied to his role with crypto prediction market platform Kalshi. Sources cited by the New York Post indicate

Donald Trump

Trump’s Crypto Empire: How His Family’s Ventures Doubled His Wealth in a Year

Donald Trump’s financial landscape has undergone a seismic shift since his re-election as U.S. President, with Bitcoin and cryptocurrency emerging as the cornerstone of his newfound wealth. Once a vocal skeptic of digital currencies, Trump has transformed into a crypto advocate, leveraging his position to establish lucrative ventures

Markets

How Trump Firing Fed Chair Jerome Powell Might Impact Bitcoin and Crypto Prices

The potential for President Donald Trump to fire Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has sparked intense debate, with significant implications for Bitcoin and the broader crypto market. Such a move could reshape monetary policy, influence global economic dynamics, and drive both opportunity and uncertainty for digital assets. With Bitcoin reaching

El Salvador

US Senate Targets El Salvador with Sanctions Over Human Rights and Bitcoin Concerns

The U.S. Senate has introduced a significant piece of legislation aimed at addressing alleged human rights violations and potential misuse of Bitcoin by El Salvador’s government. Titled the El Salvador Accountability Act of 2025, the bill was presented in June by Senators Chris Van Hollen, Tim Kaine, and

Bitcoin

Elon Musk Says Newly Formed America Party Will Support Bitcoin

Elon Musk, the billionaire CEO of Tesla and SpaceX, has announced that his newly formed America Party will support Bitcoin, signaling a bold stance on cryptocurrency as part of his political vision. The announcement came on Sunday via Musk’s social media platform X, where he responded to a user’

Donald Trump

Trump Net Worth Soars Past $10 Billion Driven by Crypto Investments

President Donald Trump’s financial empire has long been a subject of fascination, with estimates of his wealth often clouded by the private nature of his family’s business and the complexities of real estate valuations. While journalists and officials have questioned the extent of his billionaire status, recent developments

Bitcoin

New York City Aims to Become Global Crypto Capital Under Mayor Adams

New York City is positioning itself as a frontrunner in the global cryptocurrency race, driven by Mayor Eric Adams’ ambitious plans to overhaul restrictive regulations and integrate Bitcoin and crypto across the city. Speaking at the Tokenization and Programmable Real World Assets Injective Summit on June 26, 2025, Adams outlined

Coinbase

Crypto Exchange Coinbase Faces Backlash Over U.S. Army Parade Sponsorship

Coinbase, a leading US cryptocurrency exchange, has sparked significant controversy with its decision to sponsor the US Army’s 250th anniversary military parade, held in Washington, DC, on Saturday, June 14, 2025. The event, coinciding with President Donald Trump’s birthday, featured Coinbase’s branding prominently displayed on screens, banners,

Crypto

ICERAID Crypto Project Faces Backlash Amid Immigration Raids and $RAID Token Controversy

A controversial cryptocurrency project called ICERAID, led by former Proud Boys leader Enrique Tarrio, has reignited debate as it promises to pay users in $RAID tokens for reporting undocumented immigrants to U.S. Immigration and Customs Enforcement (ICE). Launched earlier in 2025 on the Solana blockchain, the project has drawn

Bitcoin

Elon Musk and Donald Trump Feud Shakes Bitcoin Market Amid Political Chaos

The escalating fallout between Elon Musk and Donald Trump has cast a spotlight on Bitcoin and crypto, as political tensions and macroeconomic pressures contribute to a turbulent environment for digital assets. On June 4, Musk publicly criticized Trump’s proposed tax cut and spending bill, warning that it could lead

Bitcoin

JD Vance Rallies Crowd at Bitcoin 2025 Conference, Says "Bitcoin Is Here to Stay"

In a spirited address at the Bitcoin 2025 conference, Vice President J.D. Vance delivered a clear message to the crypto community, outlining the Trump administration’s commitment to fostering innovation through deregulation and supportive legislation. Speaking to an enthusiastic audience, Vance described the crypto industry as a vital movement,

Politics

David Sacks Accuses Senator Warren of Shaping Biden’s Anti-Crypto Stance

In a striking claim, David Sacks, the appointed White House AI and Crypto Czar under the Trump administration, accused Senator Elizabeth Warren of wielding significant influence over the Biden administration’s cryptocurrency policies. Speaking on Fox News, Sacks suggested Warren effectively controlled the “autopen,” implying she was the driving force

XRP

XRP Lobbying Sparks Trump Truth Social Post and White House Exile for Lobbyist Ballard

In a dramatic turn at Mar-a-Lago, President Donald Trump’s decision to promote a Bitcoin Strategic Reserve and Digital Assets Reserve initiative on Truth Social back in March, has led to the exile of one of his closest allies, lobbyist Brian Ballard. The incident, which unfolded in early March 2025,

Solana

Arka Prediction Market Launches on Solana Network for Real-Time Betting

A new platform named Arka has launched promising to revolutionize the way we engage with prediction markets. Built on the Solana blockchain, Arka offers users a unique opportunity to speculate on a myriad of future events, from politics to the outcomes of major sporting events. This platform positions itself at

Regulations

Sen. Elizabeth Warren Sends Letter to Trump Treasury Nominee Advocating for Tighter Crypto Regs

US Senator Elizabeth Warren has recently dispatched a comprehensive open letter to Donald Trump's nominee for Treasury Secretary, Scott Bessent, pushing for a reevaluation and potential tightening of regulations concerning crypto assets. In her extensive 31-page letter dated January 12, Warren poses critical questions about the scope and

Crypto

Pierre Poilievre's Vision for a Crypto Haven if Elected Canada's Next Prime Minister

In the wake of Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau's unexpected resignation announcement, political eyes have shifted to Pierre Poilievre, the opposition leader with a clear pro-cryptocurrency agenda. Poilievre, who has been at the helm of the Conservative Party since 2022, once ambitiously declared his intention to transform Canada

Bitcoin

Trump Picks Bitcoin Advocate Stephen Miran for Chief Economic Role

President-elect Donald Trump has made a strategic move by selecting Stephen Miran, a known advocate for Bitcoin and cryptocurrency, to head his Council of Economic Advisers. This decision underscores Trump's commitment to innovative economic policies that could potentially integrate digital currencies into the mainstream financial system. Miran, who

Bitcoin

Trump Confirms Bitcoin Reserve Strategy, Could Propel Crypto to New Heights

In a surprising twist that has sent shockwaves through the financial world, former President Donald Trump has not only embraced the cryptocurrency space but has promised a strategic move that could redefine America's economic landscape. His recent comments on CNBC have sparked a frenzy among investors and traders,