Trump’s ‘America First’ Policies Threaten African Currencies

The “America First” policies of the Trump administration could weaken currencies such as the Nigerian naira, leading to higher debt servicing costs. Trump Threat The “America First” policies of the Trump administration could lead to the weakening of currencies like the Nigerian naira, which in turn raises the cost of servicing debt. Furthermore, these policies, … Read more

African Regulators to Follow U.S. Lead on Crypto Regulations, Says Yellow Card CEO

Chris Maurice, CEO of Yellow Card, believes the emergence of a crypto-friendly government in the U.S. will prompt African regulators to establish rules for the sector. African Regulators Seen Following U.S. Lead The recent emergence of a crypto-friendly government in the United States is likely to prompt regulators across Africa to establish rules for the … Read more

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

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