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Arthur Hayes believes Treasury’s next policy decision will lead to renewed surge for crypto, stocks
Former BitMex CEO Arthur Hayes believes the upcoming US Treasury policy actions under Secretary Janet Yellen could significantly influence the liquidity landscape and potentially catalyze rallies for crypto and stocks. дальше »
2024-4-27 23:46
US, UK initiate joint probe into $20 billion moved via crypto to evade Russian sanctions
The US and UK governments have launched a joint investigation into crypto transactions worth over $20 billion that may have violated Russian sanctions, Bloomberg News reported on March 28. The transactions, suspected of being routed through the Russia-based crypto exchange Garantex, aim to evade international sanctions and potentially fund military activities in Ukraine. дальше »
2024-3-29 21:42
Crypto owners favor Trump over Biden in 2024 election with 9% divide
US voters who own crypto favor Donald Trump in the upcoming 2024 presidential elections, according to new surveys conducted by Paradigm. The research-driven investment firm said on March 14 that 48% of crypto holders plan to vote for Donald Trump, while 39% plan to vote for Joe Biden — with 13% undecided. дальше »
2024-3-15 01:39
Crypto owners favor Trump over Biden in 2024 election with 9% divide – POS poll
US voters who own crypto favor Donald Trump in the upcoming 2024 presidential elections, according to a new survey conducted by Public Opinion Strategies on behalf of Paradigm. The research-driven investment firm said on March 14 that 48% of crypto holders plan to vote for Donald Trump, while 39% plan to vote for Joe Biden […] The post Crypto owners favor Trump over Biden in 2024 election with 9% divide – POS poll appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2024-3-15 01:39
Trump says he has no intention of stopping people from using Bitcoin
Former US President Donald Trump said that Bitcoin is an “additional form of currency” that has “taken on a life” of its own, and he has no intention of stopping people from using it. дальше »
2024-3-12 20:04
Deaton now accepting crypto donations in campaign against Elizabeth Warren
Senate candidate John Deaton announced he will begin accepting crypto donations to support his campaign against Elizabeth Warren. Deaton, whose resume spans from the US Marines to crypto law, unveiled his campaign with a video on Feb. дальше »
2024-3-6 00:31
Elizabeth Warren reportedly seeking donations in expectation of crypto challenger
US Senator Elizabeth Warren is reportedly seeking donations to prepare for a possible challenge to her Senate seat, FOX Business’ Eleanor Terrett said on Feb. 19. In an email obtained by Terrett, Warren wrote: “New reporting … indicates that I officially have a Republican challenger considering running against me for Senate in Massachussets. дальше »
2024-2-20 03:41
U.S. Crypto Lobbying on Course for Record Spend This Year
Crypto companies spent almost $19 million on lobbying by the end of the third quarter compared with $16 million in the same period last year. дальше »
2023-12-5 15:26
Rep. Tom Emmer roasts Gary Gensler in fiery speech on the House floor
Rep. Tom Emmer (R-MN) sharply criticized Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Chair Gary Gensler in a speech on the House floor that condemned the agency’s approach to regulating digital assets. дальше »
2023-11-9 01:25
Lawmakers urge Biden administration to crack down on use of crypto by Hamas
A bipartisan group of lawmakers has voiced deep apprehension over recent reports concerning the exploitation of cryptocurrencies by terrorist organizations, including Hamas and Palestinian Islamic Jihad (PIJ), to finance their operations and sidestep U. дальше »
2023-10-19 10:18
Gary Gensler’s SEC threatened with forced compliance over alleged obstruction by House committee
SEC Chair Gary Gensler faces threats of compulsory process if the agency does not comply with oversight requests from the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability by Oct. 19, Chairman James Comer warned in a letter accusing the SEC of obstruction on Oct. дальше »
2023-10-13 09:57
Lawmakers from both parties urge Gensler to approve spot Bitcoin ETF ‘immediately’
Four members of Congress have dispatched a letter to the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) today calling for immediate approval of a spot Bitcoin Exchange-Traded Fund (ETF). The letter argues that the SEC’s recent appeals court loss to Grayscale Investments underscores the untenability and unlawfulness of the agency’s existing policy of rejecting such ETFs. дальше »
2023-9-27 23:50
First-ever 80/20 investor split in Bitcoin market shines a spotlight on long-term holding
Quick Take For the first time in its history, Bitcoin has seen an 80/20 split in its circulating supply. The data reveals that approximately 80% of the Bitcoin supply is currently held by investors who have retained their holdings for six months or longer. дальше »
2023-9-27 21:00
Coinbase study: 55% of voters are likely to shun candidates opposing crypto
New research from Coinbase reveals that 55% of voters in pivotal U.S. states are less likely to support political candidates who oppose cryptocurrencies and web3 technologies. This data comes as part of Coinbase’s broader initiative to galvanize 52 million American… дальше »
2023-9-20 23:37
House Financial Services Committee announces ‘Digital Dollar’ hearing as pressure to pass crypto legislation intensifies
The House Finance Committee has announced another hearing on cryptocurrency regulation as demand for congressional action on the virulent industry intensifies. Held by the Digital Assets, Financial Technology and Inclusion Subcommittee and Entitled “Digital Dollar Dilemma: The Implications of a Central Bank Digital Currency and Private Sector Alternatives,” the hearing will take place at 2:00 […] The post House Financial Services Committee announces ‘Digital Dollar’ hearing as pressure to pass crypto legislation intensifies appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-9-8 03:00
Ron DeSantis’ falling polls: Could crypto lose its candidate?
The politician faces harsh competition from pro-crypto candidates of all sorts, with his already shaky popularity in the polls declining. дальше »
2023-9-8 16:01
Former MAS chair who called crypto ‘highly risky’ wins Singapore’s presidential race
Tharman Shanmugaratnam has served as Singapore’s finance minister and the head of the country’s financial regulator during his time in government. дальше »
2023-9-5 18:49
Lugano teams with Tether to drive citywide blockchain adoption
Tether, the issuer of stablecoin USDT, has announced a partnership with the Swiss city of Lugano to enhance the city’s robust blockchain infrastructure, according to a report by Tether on Aug. дальше »
2023-8-22 16:23
Thailand looks to ban Facebook next week over crypto ad scams
Thailand’s Ministry of Digital Economy and Society (DES) is taking steps to shut down Facebook in the country, citing harmful investment scams causing economic and public security concerns. Court petition filed. дальше »
2023-8-22 13:30
Coinbase political initiative features US lawmaker who admitted to ethics violations
Rep. David Schweikert, featured as a lawmaker “very supportive” of crypto in the United States, paid $175,000 as part of a settlement related to violations of House ethics rules. дальше »
2023-8-16 21:32
Human Action, Not Political Action: The Individual's Role In Bitcoin's Revolution
“Politics promises change yet coerces through centralized power. We must go beyond this illusion and act outside the system.” дальше »
2023-8-13 15:00
A Bully Pulpit for Debanked Nigel Farage, Crypto for Everyone Else
The British Brexiteer could call on the media and his far-right friends in his debanking fight. But most of us aren't so lucky. дальше »
2023-7-28 22:19
US crypto's future could fall on these 4 digital asset bills
The crypto bills could hand power to the purportedly more crypto-friendly CFTC and better define the SEC’s jurisdiction.
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Robert F. Kennedy Jr. owns up to $250k in bitcoin, financial records show
Robert F. Kennedy Jr. currently holds between $100,000 and $250,000 in bitcoin, according to financial records. America’s next potential president is a bitcoiner Kennedy, who is running as a Democratic candidate for president of the United States, has been a… дальше »
2023-7-8 00:26
BIS says crypto is a ‘flawed system’ but tokenization could underpin future financial system
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) said crypto and DeFi have highlighted “tokenization’s promise,” but ultimately, crypto is a “flawed system” that cannot become the “future of money. дальше »
2023-6-21 23:30
Lack of bipartisan support on crypto regulation could make US ‘less attractive’ to firms: Moody’s
A report from the investors’ service pointed to a political divide in language on bills concerning stablecoins and providing a comprehensive framework for digital assets. дальше »
2023-6-21 23:30
AI should be regulated like medicine and nuclear power: UK minister
A minister from the United Kingdom’s opposition party says artificial intelligence should be licensed and regulated in a similar way to the pharmaceutical and nuclear industries. дальше »
2023-6-6 09:30
Tax Attacks Won’t Kill Bitcoin: Regulators Must Learn To Accept New Technology
Calling Bitcoiners “tax evaders” or imposing arbitrary tariffs can’t stop the inevitable progression of technology. дальше »
2023-5-27 15:00
Blockchain.com CEO says there’s never been ‘as high a chance’ of US default, while Tether CTO considers it unlikely
Executives from Tether and Blockchain. com both commented on the U. S. government’s potential upcoming debt default on May 25. Tether is not at risk, CTO says Tether CTO Paolo Ardoino said that it is unlikely that the U. дальше »
2023-5-26 00:12
Ron Desantis promises to protect Bitcoin and oppose a CBDC as president
Florida governor Ron Desantis came out in support of Bitcoin and in opposition to central bank digital currencies in his official announcement of his presidential candidacy. Desantis formally announced his presidential run on Twitter Spaces with Elon Musk and venture capitalist David Sack on May 24. дальше »
2023-5-25 16:31
UK yields skyrocket to levels echoing last year’s pension crisis
Quick Take Last October, U. K. Prime Minister Liz Truss introduced a “mini-budget” that triggered a pension fund crisis. The mini-budget episode sent shock waves around the UK markets and the GBP to 1. дальше »
2023-5-25 15:57
UK core inflation hits 28-Year high, boosting Bitcoin adoption as safe haven
The United Kingdom’s core inflation reached 6. 8% in April, its highest level since 1992, as CryptoSlate reported in a recent insight. This surge in inflation has occurred alongside a backdrop of declining interest rates for over 40 years, which has inflated asset bubbles across the board. дальше »
2023-5-24 14:15
Treasury Secretary Yellen repeats warning of US debt default
U.S. Secretary of the Treasury Janet Yellen published a letter on May 22 warning of a debt default within as little as ten days. Inability to pay bills Yellen wrote in a letter to U.S. Congress: “… It is highly likely that Treasury will no longer be able to satisfy all of the government’s obligations […] The post Treasury Secretary Yellen repeats warning of US debt default appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-5-23 02:15
South Korean authorities raid Upbit, Bithumb crypto exchanges after political scandal
The raids came as a local lawmaker stepped down from politics amid accusations of allegedly selling millions in cryptocurrency before new laws were enforced. дальше »
2023-5-15 18:14
The 2024 Presidential Election Could Make Or Break Bitcoin In The U.S.
2024 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for Bitcoin and the U.S. That’s why it’s time for a generational change in leadership. дальше »
2023-5-13 15:00
Texas embraces greener Bitcoin mining with approval of flare gas emission bill
The Texas House and Senate have passed House Bill 591 – paving the way for Bitcoin miners to use flare gas emissions. Good for the environment In a message from the Texas Blockchain Council, posted by the Documenting Bitcoin Twitter, it was explained that the bill “clarifies” the sale of flare emissions for use by […] The post Texas embraces greener Bitcoin mining with approval of flare gas emission bill appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-5-12 18:49
Javier Milei: Pro-Bitcoin Argentine presidential candidate rising in polls
Libertarian economist and pro-Bitcoin presidential candidate Javier Milei is gaining ground among Argentine voters, per Bitcoin Magazine. As the country struggles amid its ongoing economic crisis, thoughts turn to the upcoming presidential election scheduled for Oct. дальше »
2023-5-10 13:45
South Korea Authorities Investigate Lawmaker Over Suspicious Crypto Transfers: Report
Democratic Party lawmaker Kim Nam-kuk had reportedly co-sponsored a bill seeking to defer taxation on crypto profits. дальше »
2023-5-8 12:15
Britain’s fourth largest newspaper offers free King Charles coronation NFTs
The Evening Standard said on May 5 that it is releasing a series of free non-fungible tokens (NFTs) to commemorate the coronation of King Charles. NFT features animated St. Edward’s Crown The collectible NFT includes an animated copy of “The Oath” by Trevor Jones. дальше »
2023-5-6 08:00
Robert Kennedy Jr. condemns Biden’s proposed 30% Bitcoin mining tax
Presidential hopeful Robert F. Kennedy Jr. on May 3 condemned a 30% crypto mining tax proposed by the Biden administration and responded to concerns around crypto. Kennedy says crypto regulation is a power grab Kennedy, who is running in the 2024 U. дальше »
2023-5-4 23:40
Fed raises rates by 25bps; Bitcoin remains essentially flat
Quick Take The Federal Open Market Committee (FOMC) has decided to raise rates by 25 basis points, taking the Fed funds rate to 5%- 5.25%. The Fed funds rate is now in line with CPI inflation which is also at 5% The FOMC said it seeks to achieve maximum employment and inflation at the rate […] The post Fed raises rates by 25bps; Bitcoin remains essentially flat appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »
2023-5-4 21:08
Biden’s bold move: White House wants crypto miners to pay 30% climate change tax
The Biden administration proposes a 30% tax on crypto miners to address climate change. Miners in the firing line According to Yahoo News, the Council of Economic Advisers (CEA,) an agency within the U. дальше »
2023-5-3 19:05
The Bitcoin Culture War Won’t Win Mass Adoption
Prominent Bitcoiners, many of whom advocate “lifestyle maximalism,” may be hurting adoption by leaning in one political direction. дальше »
2023-4-22 15:00
Just Saying No to Digital Dollars Means Cementing the Surveillance Status Quo
Political attacks on CBDCs gives a pass to existing government and commercial oversight of financial transactions, says Christopher Giancarlo, cofounder of the Digital Dollar Project. дальше »
2023-3-24 19:06
In Defense of a Digital Dollar
Fears about mass financial surveillance are real with CBDCs, but banning them, as Republicans have recently proposed, will not help. Instead, more research is needed, says Ananya Kumar. дальше »
2023-3-23 23:51
Gov. Ron DeSantis, Privacy and the Politicization of the Digital Dollar
The putative presidential candidate’s plan to ban a CBDC at state-level is unworkable constitutionally. But it’s still worrying for the future of money in the U.S., says JP Schnapper-Casteras. дальше »
2023-3-23 23:02
Former Biden adviser urges development of digital dollar to ‘crowd out’ private crypto
Former Joe Biden administration adviser Daleep Singh told the senate banking committee on February 28 that developing a central bank digital currency — i. e. , a digital dollar — would help safeguard national interest and supersede private cryptocurrencies. дальше »
2023-3-1 19:03
Coinbase spent $3.4M on lobbying in 2022, while FTX spent $720k
Coinbase spent $3. 4 million on lobbying activities in 2022, ranking second, while Binance US and FTX US ranked ninth and 13th, respectively, according to a recent report by Money Mongers. The post Coinbase spent $3. дальше »
2023-3-1 22:12
Rep. Maxine Waters says all US regulators 'better get together on crypto'
According to Representative Maxine Waters, the crypto market crash and bankruptcies gave U.S. lawmakers an opportunity of “getting accountability” in the space through legislation. дальше »
2023-2-23 00:30
Uniswap BNB deployment is ‘now or never’ as a16z disagrees on bridge solution
The proposal to deploy Uniswap V3 onto BNB Chain stalled this week as investment firm a16z voted against the integration due to a disagreement over the bridge provider. The post Uniswap BNB deployment is ‘now or never’ as a16z disagrees on bridge solution appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »