The Blockchain Association, a nonprofit representing crypto and blockchain businesses in the U.S., sent a letter to president-elect Donald Trump and Congress on Friday. In the letter signed by Blockchain Association CEO Kristin Smith, the organization outlined five priorities for the first 100 days of Trump's administration.

The crypto market has been on an uptrend following the US elections in early November. In particular, the altcoins have responded quite positively to the election of pro-crypto candidate Donald Trump as the next US President.

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The move reflects the increasing pressure on traditional financial firms to adapt, especially given the current pro-crypto political climate.

Crypto advocacy group Blockchain Association has reached out to US President-elect Donald Trump and the newly elected US Congress on ways to create a favorable regulatory environment for the digital asset industry.

Gary Gensler, the high-profile and often polarizing chair of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission, announced his resignation, effective the day President-elect Donald Trump takes office.

The repayments come after a court-approved plan received huge support from creditors, some who stand to recover up to 140% of their claims.

Delio stopped allowing withdrawals last year because they owed their clients 245B won ($1.75B). The first creditors' meeting is scheduled on March 19, 2025.

Coin Center is primarily concerned with what it calls surveillance issues. Particularly centralized businesses, would benefit from a more accommodating regulatory climate.

An asset tokenization altcoin is surging after announcing a new partnership with a broker-dealer registered with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Earlier this week, asset tokenization platform Sologenic (SOLO) announced a partnership with Texture Capital, a US-based broker-dealer that specializes in blockchain technology and digital assets.

Kraken, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, has announced plans to list 19 new tokens, including a range of popular meme coins, and to integrate three additional blockchains.

The digital asset analytics firm IntoTheBlock says certain factors could be hinting at “speculative overheating” in the crypto market. IntoTheBlock notes on the social media platform X that funding fees for perpetual swaps have jumped to more than 10% and even skyrocketed to 20% on major exchanges.

Donald Trump is reportedly offering former Bakkt CEO Kelly Loeffler the position of Secretary of Agriculture. Sources close to the matter have said the president-elect is meeting Loeffler at Mar-a-Lago to finalize the deal.

Kusama has taken flight, soaring over 112% on Saturday, leaving investors and enthusiasts buzzing over what's fueling this meteoric rise for Polkadot's experimental sibling.

Crypto's volatility strikes again this Saturday, November 23, liquidating over $478 million worth of traders' positions amid ups and downs. XRP and ADA, for example, registered massive gains but also sharp corrections.

A fraudster targeting well-off crypto users revealed his group's inner workings, including stolen databases and laundering tactics.

Gemini co-founder and CEO Cameron Winklevoss is calling for a probe into the drop of a controversial charge involving FTX co-founder Sam Bankman-Fried (SBF). It has been 8 months since Judge Lewis Kaplan sentenced SBF to 25 years in jail.

Major cryptocurrency companies are reportedly competing to secure a position on President-elect Donald Trump's upcoming advisory board for the sector.

FIFA and Mythical Games are collaborating to launch FIFA Rivals, the companies announced on Friday. The app is an officially licensed, free-to-play soccer game for iOS and Android.

Silicon Valley just changed Washington forever. The 2024 election didn't just bring Donald Trump back into the White House—it flipped Congress into a playground for crypto advocates.

As President-elect Donald Trump prepares to assume office on January 20, 2025, the cryptocurrency industry is optimistic for a new regulatory era.

The cryptocurrency market is showing signs of an impending altcoin season, a period characterized by a surge in the price of other assets relative to Bitcoin. Market participants often shift their focus and capital toward altcoins during this period.

Founder Ahmad Shadid has defended his and the company's actions, but sources say O.XYZ's capabilities have been widely misrepresented.

The CEO of FTX, John Jay Ray III, has announced that the troubled cryptocurrency exchange will begin distributing payments to its creditors and customers in early 2025.

The crypto Bull Run is approaching quickly and here are the strategies implemented by Binance to tame this period.

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) achieved $8.2 billion in financial remedies during its 2024 fiscal year, marking a significant milestone despite fewer enforcement actions.

A crypto trader made a $2.5M profit today by turning 13 SOL into 9,718 SOL through trading 76.46M FATHA tokens. The trader bought the tokens on Pump.fun, capitalizing on a rapid increase in FATHA's market cap, which surged to over $60M.

Crypto execs, investors and evangelists saw the election as existential to an industry that spent the past four years simultaneously trying to grow up while being repeatedly beaten down.

Along with Bitcoin getting closer to $100k, the crypto market is filled with joys discussing Gary Gensler's resignation. The current SEC Chair is the most hated personality among investors due to his constant severe actions against the crypto industry and putting legal objections on various crypto service providers, which has kept most in fear and

Gambling and artificial intelligence (AI) solutions took center stage in crypto funding, with both Monkey Tilt and Canaan Creative securing $30 million each in the third week of November. Total investments surpassed $125 million across various sectors.

Despite delays caused by last year's election turmoil, the United Kingdom (UK) is set to introduce a robust regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies by early 2025. The framework aims to provide clarity and structure for the rapidly evolving industry.

TL;DR Memecoins have gained popularity due to their quick profits, but their high volatility raises doubts about their sustainability. Despite their lack of intrinsic value, they have managed to attract new investors to the crypto ecosystem. Market speculation and manipulation are major risks that increase uncertainty about their future.

A venture capitalist says emerging markets, particularly India, are becoming hubs for Web3 development due to attractive funding, talent, and ecosystems.

Binance is expanding its compliance team, aiming for a 34% growth by the end of 2024, to strengthen its regulatory efforts and ensure a safer platform for its 240 million users. Binance announced plans to grow its compliance team by 34% by the end of 2024.

While Bitcoin (BTC) flirts with the long-awaited $100,000, and Jim Cramer recommends a “buy,” crypto traders eye the Altseason. Historically, money has rotated from Bitcoin into altcoins after significant breakouts, which could occur again this cycle, starting on Sunday.

According to a Bloomberg report, the Keir Starmer-led Labour government is set to unveil comprehensive cryptocurrency regulations in early 2025. The announcement is expected at London's City & Financial Global Tokenisation Summit.

The soon-to-be 47th president of the United States, Donald John Trump, is already mapping out his economic dream team, and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell is not part of it. Trump is reportedly looking to replace Powell when his term ends in 2026, and the name at the top of his list is Kevin Warsh.

CFTC commissioner calls for urgent reforms in US crypto policy

The Immortal Rising 2 has attracted huge support from Web3 gamers, especially in Vietnam and South Korea. The pre-registration of the P2A campaign will remain open and will offer participants a chance to claim unique SoulBound Tokens (SBT).

Crypto advocacy group Coin Center has hinted that crypto innovation could still be threatened despite an incoming crypto-friendly Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). According to the non-profit group, while Trump's emergence as president might be a positive for the crypto sector, several ongoing cases could deter investors and developers.

As Trump's presidential tenure progresses, crypto traders expect to see clear digital asset regulations and an environment fostering DeFi innovation.

Investment giant and financial service firm Charles Schwab appear to be eyeing crypto expansion. This move comes as the company is set to undergo a leadership transition, with Rick Wurster preparing to assume the CEO role on January 1, replacing Walt Bettinger.

The Federal Reserve has declared the US government's $36 trillion debt as the biggest risk to financial stability, pushing inflation and geopolitical tensions down the list. This grim acknowledgment came after the central bank's survey, conducted by New York Fed staff between August and October, which was included in its latest semi-annual financial stability report.

Donald Trump, the President-elect of the United States, has nominated Scott Bessent as Treasury Secretary for his administration. This decision has generated enthusiasm in the emerging industry due to Bessent's pro-crypto reputation.

In this week's LATAM crypto update, we saw two key launches: Crypto.com's new Visa card and Nubank Brazil's new crypto tool exchange in its App. Crypto.com's highly anticipated Visa card aims to meet the increasing demand for practical cryptocurrency usage in the region.

Bitcoin and crypto ownership in China have been debated and have raised policy questions for years. But a recent Shanghai court ruling clarified that it's perfectly legal for citizens to hold, buy, and sell Bitcoin or other cryptocurrencies.

The crypto market is known for its high-profit opportunities. However, it also has limitations, such as volatility, which often leads to an immediate trend reversal, changing the entire trajectory of crypto trading.