Elon Musk’s D.O.G.E faces lawsuit for violating federal transparency laws, set to be filed minutes after Trump’s inauguration. The panel, which aims to reduce government waste, is in the spotlight for not meeting the required rules on disclosure and fairness. The Lawsuit’s Claims The lawsuit, prepared by the public interest law firm National Security Counselors, …
Michael Saylor, CEO of MicroStrategy, and key executives from Marathon Digital, a prominent Bitcoin mining firm, have engaged with representatives of President-elect Donald Trump’s incoming administration. The meeting, held during a reception hosted by Vice President JD Vance, signals potential movement in Bitcoin policy under the new administration. While details of the discussions remain private, […]
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The report discusses MicroStrategy’s strategies for acquiring Bitcoins since 2019, its history of purchases, funding methods, stock performance, measures taken for custodianship, and whether it is really challenged by big regulatory hurdles. Key Findings: Total Bitcoins: 447,470 as of January 2025 Total Investment: $27.97 billion. Market Value: $16.5 billion (at $36,900 per BTC). Cost per …
Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin said that if the Ethereum Foundation stakes its ETH, it forces it to take a position on any future contentious hard fork.
In his return to Washington D.C., Donald Trump touted his support for innovation, though did not mention crypto specifically.
Memecoins TRUMP and MELANIA, launched by President-elect Donald Trump and his wife Melania, have seen their popularity explode in the two short days of their existence. In addition to the tens of billions of dollars in market capitalization the coins have captured over the weekend, they have sprouted a very large and extremely active futures […]
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Get ready for a rollercoaster week in the crypto world! Bitcoin is holding steady above the $100,000 mark, but with some big events lined up, that could change fast. From Trump’s pro-crypto policies to global economic shifts, here’s what’s making waves and why it matters for your portfolio. Donald Trump’s Crypto Push: Will It Spark …
The 30-page legal complaint alleges that Musk’s DOGE has violated the Federal Advisory Committee Act (FACA) 1972.
World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a DeFi platform associated with Donald Trump, is seeing a sudden surge in demand for its token pre-sale. The project initially sought to raise $300 million during its token sale but scaled back its target to $30 million after facing fundraising challenges. However, on Jan. 20, WLFI confirmed that it successfully […]
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This week saw many new things in crypto with Bitcoin making headlines by breaking the downtrend and hitting 108K once again. On the other side, Thailand considered approving Bitcoin ETFs, and Italy’s Intesa Sanpaolo bank made a million-dollar investment in BTC. However, the crypto world was shaken by a surprising move from President-elect Donald Trump …
Binance Futures is launching the USD-Margined MELANIAUSDT Perpetual Contract on January 20, 2025, at 09:30 (UTC). This new trading option offers leverage of up to 25x, allowing traders to maximize their potential gains. The contract is linked to the Melania Meme (MELANIA) token, with settlements made in USDT. Binance’s Multi-Assets Mode enhances flexibility by enabling …
President-elect Donald Trump made many promises to the Bitcoin and crypto communities during his presidential run. As he is sworn in for a second term later today, we look at which of them will most likely come to fruition. After successfully choosing the winner of the US election, Polymarket traders are now attempting to predict […]
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Did Mr. Beast Just Turn Down Millions? The famous YouTuber has denied rumors about launching a memecoin, despite admitting it could bring in huge profits. Perhaps the social media users, however, didn’t hold back, accusing him of being “greedy.” Here’s what happened! Is MrBeast Launching a Memecoin James Stephen Aka MrBeast is more than just …
The euphoria around the inauguration of US President-elect Donald Trump drove the massive $2.2 billion in inflows to crypto ETPs last week.
Trump has tapped one of the CFTC's top officials, Commissioner Caroline Pham, to lead the agency as acting chair, Bloomberg reported.
Solana price action is heating up as bulls show efforts to fend off bearish pressure and maintain the cryptocurrency above the vital $240 support level. This threshold has emerged as a key marker of market sentiment, serving as a critical point of defense for buyers aiming to keep the uptrend intact. The battle around $240 underscores its importance as a technical support zone and a psychological barrier that is likely to influence SOL’s trajectory in the near term. A successful defense at this level could inject fresh energy into the market, bolstering confidence among traders and paving the way for a potential rally. With buyers holding the line, Solana might target higher resistance levels, reigniting investors’ optimism. However, failure to maintain $240 would shift the narrative, opening the door to further declines and allowing bearish dominance. Robust Resilience Of Solana Bulls At The $240 Mark Solana’s bulls have exhibited remarkable strength and resilience in holding the $240 support level, successfully outweighing bearish pressure. Despite the challenges, the price is currently attempting to push toward the $260 level, a clear sign that the bulls are gaining control over the market. This upward movement indicates a change in sentiment, with buying interest intensifying and overshadowing the selling pressure. Related Reading: Solana Experiences A ‘Scary Sweep’ After Breaking ATH – SOL To $600? The ongoing move toward $260 highlights the positive resolve as traders increasingly target higher price levels. If Solana successfully breaks above the $260 resistance, it might signal the continuation of the uptrend, with the bulls possibly regaining full control and targeting even higher resistance points. This upward movement is backed by increasing buyer confidence, reflected by the bulls’ determination to hold above key support levels. Technical indicators are providing key insights into SOL’s next potential move. The 4-hour Simple Moving Average (SMA) is currently demonstrating a bullish trend as Solana’s price remains above this moving average, suggesting continued upward momentum. Also, the Relative Strength Index (RSI) has recently risen to 60% after a brief decline to 50%, signaling a shift in market dynamics. This notable increase from 50% to 60% suggests that more buyers are entering the market, strengthening the upward pressure on Solana’s price. Key Resistance Levels To Watch If Bulls Hold The Line If bulls successfully hold the line and maintain their strength above the $240 support level, the next key resistance level to watch is $260. Looking at the chart, this level is significant as it marks an important hurdle for the bulls to overcome in order to continue their bullish push. Related Reading: Solana Must Reclaim Momentum In The Coming Weeks – SOL/BTC Ratio At A Pivotal Point A breakout above $260 would signal the continuation of the uptrend and open the door for further gains, with the next resistance lying higher up the chart. Featured image from Adobe Stock, chart from Tradingview.com
World Liberty Financial, the Trump-backed DeFi protocol, is swapping stablecoins for wrapped bitcoin (WBTC) and Ethereum’s native token ether, onchain data shows. The project is also apparently loading up on Chainlink's LINK, Ethena's ENA and TRON's TRX tokens.
The Trump family’s tokens may set a precedent for memecoin investing and attract more retail interest in cryptocurrencies other than Bitcoin and Ether.
Implied and realized volatility indexes hit the highest levels since August's yen carry trade unwind.
The Coinbase app is now ranked number 21 on the U.S. App Store, reflecting a surge in interest in crypto ahead of Trump's inauguration.
Billionaire Mark Cuban complained about the reaction to Donald Trump's memecoin, saying memecoins don't have utility or provide real value.
The memecoin industry, led by Dogecoin (DOGE) and Shiba Inu (SHIB), has registered a sharp uptick in daily average traded volume following the strategic launch of Donald Trump and Melania Trump memecoin projects. According to the latest market data, the memecoin’s 24-hour average trading volume surged by over 118 percent to hover about $80 billion …
Solana’s decentralized exchange (DEX) ecosystem saw unprecedented activity over the weekend, driven by the launch of US President-elect Donald Trump’s official memecoin on the blockchain. According to DefiLlama data, Solana’s DEX volume set consecutive all-time highs. It recorded $16.87 billion on Jan. 17, $28.28 billion on Jan. 18, and $27 billion on Jan. 19. As […]
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The launch of Trump's memecoin days before his inauguration is being received poorly by both crypto pundits and critics in Washington.
Ahead of pro-crypto leader Donald Trump’s inauguration as the 47th President of the United States of America, the Bitcoin market has reached a new all-time high of $109,588.08. In the last seven days, the market has experienced a growth of 16.1%. In the last 24 hours alone, the market has surged by around 3.5%. Many …
The biggest challenge in MiCA compliance was allocating resources to build the required infrastructure, Gemini’s head of Europe said.
Last week’s inflows and positive price action propelled total assets under management at the funds to an all-time high of $171 billion.
Donald Trump launching his own memecoin shows he’s willing to embrace the crypto industry and not just in rhetoric.
The token introduction is a big positive for crypto builders in the U.S. following the Biden administration's crackdown on digital assets, the report said.
The ether-bitcoin ratio dropped to the lowest since 2021 as incoming President Trump seen fueling BTC popularity.