Wall Street is finally warming up to crypto, thanks to President Donald Trump's aggressive push to boost the industry, especially after Jan. 23rd's executive order for the National Digital Asset Stockpile. Barely a week into Trump's second term, a Jan.
Indonesian crypto users have reached 22.1 million, with the market growing by 335.9% in 2024, reaching $40.2 billion in trading value
Pro-XRP lawyer John Deaton has raised critical questions regarding tax exemptions for U.S.-based cryptocurrency projects. His remarks focus on identifying which projects qualify for the proposed zero capital gains tax and the implications for companies with global affiliations.
Stablecoins may become key tools for enhancing the U.S dollar's global supremacy in finance and trade.
Eric Trump revealed plans for a zero capital gains tax on US-based crypto projects like XRP and HBAR, while non-US projects may face a 30% tax rate.
Key lawmakers back President Trump's bold move on digital assets, signaling a seismic shift in U.S. financial policy and innovation leadership.
A chart pattern suggests one altcoin operating on the real-world assets (RWA) crypto sector looks ready for an upside burst, according to a popular analyst. The trader Ali Martinez tells his 118,700 followers on the social media platform X that the RWA project Ondo Finance (ONDO) “appears to be breaking out of a bull flag.
The crypto market experienced significant volatility this week as Bitcoin surged to $107,000. This movement caused some altcoins to face drawdowns while others emerged as top performers, delivering impressive profits to investors.
According to data from the International Monetary Fund (IMF), total global government debt now accounts for over $102 trillion.
Bitcoin has yet to relinquish its dominance in this market cycle, leaving many investors still holding onto hopes for the arrival of an altcoin season. Still, there remains a possibility that an altcoin rally might never come to fruition this season, given the recent market trends this cycle.
French authorities have reportedly rescued the co-founder of hardware wallet firm Ledger and his wife after they were kidnapped and held for ransom.
The much-anticipated altcoin season of 2025 has yet to take off, leaving investors on edge as key market indicators show little movement. The altcoin season index, a vital gauge of altcoin momentum, has remained firmly neutral since December 2024, suggesting neither an altcoin nor Bitcoin (BTC) season.
Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren has urged regulators to launch an investigation into the TRUMP and MELANIA meme coins, saying that these coins enriched the US President at the expense of investors.
In a notable change of sentiment, Wall Street executives are expressing a newfound optimism toward the crypto industry just days into President Donald Trump's second administration. This shift is largely attributed to the 47th President's pro-crypto agenda, which marks a stark contrast to his previous skepticism during his first term.
The Republican Party now has total control over the United States Senate, the Executive Branch, and the House of Representatives.
The crypto arm of the venture capital giant Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is shuttering its United Kingdom office as it shifts focus to the United States. Anthony Albanese, a16z Crypto's chief operating officer, says the firm has chosen to direct its energy toward the US “given the new administration's strong policy momentum.
Scams in the crypto world are becoming common as blockchain is rapidly gaining global adoption.
Unlike the US prohibiting CBDCs, the ECB is planning a digital Euro, a government-led CBDC to keep up with the crypto revolution shaping up in 2025 with Trump in office. What would be the impact of this launch?
The European Union's central bank is reportedly pushing for a digital euro to counter US President Donald Trump's embrace of dollar-pegged private sector stablecoins. European Central Bank (ECB) board member Piero Cipollone said at a conference on Friday that Trump's new executive order on crypto could drive people away from banks, Reuters reports.
Amidst a momentary pause in the current crypto bull run, stablecoins have emerged as a potential factor capable of driving the market forward. Market analyst Burak Kesmeci has provided much insight on this possibility while highlighting the impressive market gains of these stable digital assets in recent times.
Telegram introduces six new features, including blockchain integration for gifts, enhancing user interaction and engagement on the platform.
Elon Musk has previously stated that he wants to cut $1 trillion to $6.5 trillion in annual federal spending to help balance the budget.
Indonesia's cryptocurrency trading activity experienced a 335.9% expansion in 2024, reaching Rp 650.61 trillion ($40.2 billion), as reported by the Jakarta Globe. The Commodity Futures Trading Regulatory Agency (Bappebti) attributed this exponential growth to an increasing user base and higher transaction volumes.
Market analysts point to several factors driving growth, including increasing smartphone penetration, rising crypto adoption and growing acceptance of digital asset ownership.
ARK Invest CEO Cathie Wood has provided insights into how Donald Trump's return to the White House could change the cryptocurrency landscape. Woods has pointed to early signals of a crypto-friendly administration through recent appointments and market developments.
On January 23, the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it had withdrawn its controversial accounting guidance, Staff Accounting Bulletin 121 (SAB 121). The move has been lauded by several industry leaders and pro-crypto politicians, who criticized the Biden administration's “stringent” regulatory approach to digital currencies.
The following article is an op-ed by João Victor Alves Souza from Boletim Bitcoin. Stablecoins have exploded in popularity in recent years along with the wider digital asset market.
Ben Leventhal, CEO of BlackBird, is transforming the restaurant industry using cryptocurrency, sharing insights and lessons from his entrepreneurial journey.
After its launch on Friday last week, $TRUMP quickly soared over 12,000% overnight, surging past a market cap of $15B. Post its initial two-day frenzy, however, $TRUMP cooled down and is now 50% down from the all-time highs of $75.
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) ramped up its enforcement actions against the cryptocurrency market, imposing a record $4.98 billion in penalties. This marks a pivotal year for crypto regulation, with the SEC targeting a broader range of sectors, including decentralized finance (DeFi) and non-fungible tokens (NFTs).
An injunction order prohibiting the transfer of funds from two crypto wallets linked to fraud has been served through blockchain in Hong Kong. In a move many believe sets a precedent, the court allowed the plaintiff's lawyers to serve a tokenized legal notice.
After last week's memecoin frenzy, fueled by the US President's official token launch, the crypto community is split on the possible implications of Donald Trump's memecoin venture. Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin shared his concerns about the potential negative impact and “risks” of these tokens.
White House advisor David Sacks argues that non-fungible tokens (NFTs) and meme coins do not belong in the securities or commodities category.
As the market shifts, investment managers now have access to more sophisticated platforms with a simplified interface.
According to local reports, Indian police have apprehended suspected cryptocurrency investment scammers in the Maharashtra region of India. According to authorities, the criminals proposed all sorts of fake crypto trading and investment to their unsuspecting victims.
Binance founder Changpeng CZ Zhao has revealed how and why will cryptocurrencies boost the Artificial Intelligence (AI) sector, especially AI transactions. He earlier said that crypto is the currency for AI.
The NFT market keeps climbing while crypto prices move in different directions, with Bitcoin reaching $104,000 as Ethereum pulls back from $3,300. According to CryptoSlam data, NFT sales volume has grown to $198.1 million, up 22.44% from last week.
The ban on central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) in the United States by Donald Trump is disrupting the global dynamics of state-run digital currency projects. This historic decision raises questions about the future of CBDCs, particularly in Europe where the ECB is maintaining its course towards a digital euro.
Trump's first week in office included executive orders, rule changes and pardons that pleased the crypto industry.
Wall Street banks are navigating a transformative moment. Here's how traditional finance and blockchain are converging under a pro-crypto administration and Musk's influence.
The first month of 2025 is near its end, which has been quite bullish for the market. This happened as Donald Trump became the 47th US President, launched a digital asset stockpile, and reaffirmed his promise of turning the US into the capital of cryptocurrency.
In a landmark speech following his inauguration as the 47th President of the United States, Donald Trump announced his administration's ambitious plans to position the country as the global capital of both artificial intelligence (AI) and crypto.
Andreessen Horowitz, a prominent venture capital firm, has announced plans to wind down its UK operations, citing U.S. President Donald Trump's strong pro-crypto policy momentum as a driving factor. The post Andreessen Horowitz Scales Back UK Operations Amid Trump's Pro-Crypto Policy Push appeared first on Cryptonews.
The World Economic Forum in Davos took an unexpected turn this year, with cryptocurrency emerging as a central topic of debate and much of it revolves around US President Donald Trump. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Says Trump Is ‘Forcing Everyone to Up Their Game', whether they like it or Not.
Changpeng Zhao (CZ), a co-founder and the former chief executive officer at the world's largest centralized crypto exchange Binance, has published an important message on artificial intelligence, sharing his vision on what currency is likely to be used on it and by it.
In an effort to prioritise crypto innovation and investment, the United States is preparing to launch a crucial tax relief policy.
Discover how Linea is fostering digital communities through Web3 technology, overcoming social isolation and leveraging the decentralized power of blockchain.
Canada appears to be tightening its surveillance of cryptocurrency transactions as part of an ongoing effort to combat money laundering linked to synthetic opioids—hard drugs.