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NoOnes CEO Ray Youssef discloses $8 million exploit weeks after the fact, confirming crypto sleuth ZachXBT's investigation

NoOnes, a P2P crypto trading platform, lost $8 million in a security breach resulting from an exploit of its Solana bridge, as confirmed by CEO Ray Youssef.

• BITCOIN
• CONGRESS
• TREASURY DEPARTMENT

Crypto executive order raises questions about a reserve versus Trump's plans for a 'digital asset stockpile'

Trump's executive order may lead to a national crypto stockpile, using seized assets. The specifics and purpose remain unclear, causing potential implications for stability and value.

• DXY

Strong dollar is a problem for tomorrow: Capital Economics

The article discusses the implications of a strong dollar on global trade, emerging markets, and potential risks like renminbi depreciation and increasing U.S. trade deficit.

Hedge fund manager explains just how spot ETFs fundamentally altered crypto markets

In Episode 3 of Season 7, Frank Chaparro and Tony Fenner-Leitão discuss Cambrian Asset Management's crypto strategies, market dynamics, and regulatory impacts.

Trump pause applies to all foreign aid; Israel, Egypt get waiver, says State Dept memo

Trump's 90-day foreign aid pause affects all assistance, with exceptions for military financing for Israel and Egypt, and waivers for emergency food aid amid humanitarian crises.

• 2024 ELECTIONS
• BITCOIN
• DONALD TRUMP

Trump, SEC move to legitimize crypto 'within the realm of TradFi,' but some market participants remain cautious

President Trump's administration prioritizes crypto regulation, establishing a working group while revoking restrictive accounting rules, sparking optimism but also skepticism in the market.

FTC Chair Ferguson wins first vote over Trump's DEI purge

FTC Chair Andrew Ferguson secures authority to abolish DEI policies, increasing tensions with Democrats and highlighting disputes over the agency's independence amid compliance with Trump's executive order.

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• COINBASE
• CONGRESS
• FDIC
• FEDERAL RESERVE
• KRAKEN

US House oversight committee probes alleged debanking in letter sent to crypto execs mentioning Melania Trump

The committee’s letter marks the latest move among lawmakers to crack down on alleged debanking. “The Committee seeks to understand whether this pattern of debanking stems from financial institutions themselves or from government actors,” according to the letter.

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• NOC

US arms exports hit record in 2024 on Ukraine-related demand

U.S. military equipment sales to foreign governments reached a record $318.7 billion in 2024, driven by global demand following conflicts, particularly in Ukraine.

Shein tells UK lawmakers it does not allow Chinese cotton in products sold in US

Shein requires manufacturers to source cotton from approved regions only, excluding China, complying with U.S. laws banning forced labor. Concerns about transparency persist amid upcoming IPO plans.