Trump’s Executive Order Rejects CBDCs, Considers Crypto Reserves, and Aims to Revamp Regulations

President Donald Trump has signed an executive order aimed at elevating America’s leadership in digital asset innovation and blockchain technology. Issued on Jan. 23, 2025, this directive outlines a vision to cultivate a responsible digital economy, refine regulatory frameworks, and safeguard financial independence. Trump Signs Executive Order Advancing U.S. Leadership in Digital Assets The Executive … Read more

Ross Ulbricht Speaks Out for the First Time Since Release: ‘Trump Is a Man of His Word’

On Thursday, Jan. 23, Ross Ulbricht, the founder of the infamous Silk Road marketplace, broke his silence for the first time since receiving a pardon from U.S. President Donald Trump. In a public statement, Ulbricht emphasized his newfound freedom, making it clear to the world that “Donald Trump is a man of his word.” Ross … Read more

Donald Trump Signs Executive Order to Evaluate Strategic National Digital Assets Stockpile

President Donald Trump signed an executive order to establish the Presidential Working Group on Digital Asset Markets on Thursday, according to reporting by Fox Business, opening the door to a potential “strategic national digital asset stockpile.” David Sacks, White House A.I. and crypto czar will lead the group, which will include key figures such as … Read more

Ulbricht Pardoned, Roger Ver Now in the Spotlight

After pardoning Ross Ulbricht, speculation increases about whether the new president will grant clemency to Roger Ver, a pivotal figure in Bitcoin’s early rise. In the wake of Elon Musk’s recent acknowledgment of and seeming interest in advocating for a presidential pardon for Roger Ver, the cryptocurrency community is abuzz with speculation regarding potential clemency … Read more

Trump’s Crypto Venture Erodes Confidence in Digital Assets, Executives Say

More voices in the crypto industry are criticizing the Trump family’s launch of memecoins just before the inauguration. Memecoin Launches a ‘Blight’ Key voices in the crypto industry continue to criticize the Trump family’s launch of memecoins just before the inauguration. Many argue that the launch puts the entire crypto industry at a disadvantage, particularly … Read more

BRICS Unmoved by Trump’s 100% Tariff Threats, Says Russian Envoy

BRICS, an economic bloc comprising emerging nations, remains unfazed by U.S. President Donald Trump’s threats to levy 100% tariffs on goods from member states, according to Russian Ambassador Sergey Tolchenov. Speaking to the Jakarta Globe on Tuesday, Tolchenov highlighted BRICS’ financial independence and its resilience against external pressures, including U.S. warnings. He emphasized the bloc’s … Read more

Rex Shares and Osprey Funds File for TRUMP ETF

The filing documentation lists a total of seven crypto ETFs, including funds that will hold the memecoins Bonk and Dogecoin. Trump, Dogecoin, and Bonk May Get Their Own ETFs This Year ETF provider Rex Shares and its crypto-focused sister company, Osprey Funds, have filed for seven crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs) with the SEC, including one … Read more

Following Trump’s Inauguration, Polymarket Predicts 64% Chance of Bitcoin Reserve 

Polymarket bettors currently estimate a 64% chance that the U.S. will establish a national bitcoin reserve by the end of 2025, following Donald Trump’s inauguration today. Bettors Still Signal Strong Support for U.S. Bitcoin Reserve Proposal The concept of a U.S. bitcoin reserve has drawn significant attention in recent months, with advocates arguing it could … Read more