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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.

theblock.co • 24/01/2025 - 20:57 PM

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.

theblock.co • 24/01/2025 - 18:28 PM

Trump's crypto order was 'easy stuff,' establishing rules will take 'years, not weeks': TD Cowen

Donald Trump’s executive order on crypto signals support for the industry, but it was “easy stuff,” according to TD Cowen. Creating the necessary crypto regulatory framework will take “years, not weeks,” TD Cowen said.

theblock.co • 24/01/2025 - 15:43 PM

The Daily: Bitcoin whipsaws amid Lummis announcement and Trump WEF remarks, Ledger co-founder freed after kidnapping and more

John McAfee is revived in a memecoin; Bitcoin fluctuates due to Lummis and Trump. Ledger's co-founder was kidnapped, and CZ returns to Binance-related ventures.

theblock.co • 23/01/2025 - 19:11 PM

Big bank CEOs, including Jamie Dimon, open up about crypto restrictions as Trump administration rolls in

Big bank CEOs discuss challenges with crypto banking amid regulatory scrutiny and lawsuits, calling for clearer guidelines as industry relations evolve under changing government attitudes.

theblock.co • 23/01/2025 - 17:32 PM

SEC's Hester Peirce term ending in June sparks concerns over crypto task force: TD Cowen

Hester Peirce was appointed to lead the SEC's new crypto task force, raising concerns about her term ending in June and the agency's support for crypto regulation.

theblock.co • 23/01/2025 - 17:00 PM

The Daily: US govt. says bitcoin from Bitfinex hack should be returned in-kind, HashKey predicts BTC to break $300,000 in 2025 and more

Markets react to potential Fed rate cut; US plans restitution for Bitfinex hack; HashKey forecasts Bitcoin over $300K; South Korea develops new crypto law; Trump administration eyes regulatory changes.

theblock.co • 15/01/2025 - 18:40 PM

HashKey predicts bitcoin to break through $300,000 in 2025

HashKey Group has set out 10 crypto predictions for 2025, including bitcoin and ether to surpass the $300,000 and $8,000 levels, respectively. The establishment of a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve, the stablecoin market cap to exceed $300 billion and new crypto ETF approvals are also among the most anticipated expectations.

theblock.co • 15/01/2025 - 12:50 PM

Circle donates $1 million in USDC to Trump's inaugural committee, says CEO Jeremy Allaire

Circle's CEO announced a $1 million USDC donation to Trump's inaugural committee, highlighting significant crypto industry support in the 2024 elections and the rise of pro-crypto Congress.

theblock.co • 09/01/2025 - 15:37 PM

Bernstein makes 10 predictions for 2025 as crypto enters its 'Infinity Age'

Bernstein analysts predict significant growth in crypto, with Bitcoin reaching $200K and stablecoins surpassing $500B by 2025, driven by regulatory clarity, corporate adoption, and AI integration.

theblock.co • 06/01/2025 - 11:19 AM

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