Crypto Firms Donated $85 million in Trump’s Inauguration, What Did They Receive?

A new report reveals that over $85 million was donated by crypto firms to Trump's Inauguration, with many donors receiving notable legal and business benefits. This raises serious concerns about corruption in the crypto industry under Trump's administration.

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Trump Family is Reportedly Launching a Crypto Game Inspired by Monopoly

Trump's family is set to launch a crypto-based Monopoly spinoff, but the crypto community remains skeptical due to unclear details about the tokenomics and potential legal challenges. The post Trump Family is Reportedly Launching a Crypto Game Inspired by Monopoly appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Crypto, DeFi score legal wins courtesy of Trump | Weekly Recap

Today’s edition of the crypto weekly recap covers the Trump administration’s moves to benefit meme coins, Bitcoin, stablecoins and DeFi. Trump signs law repealing Biden-era IRS DeFi broker rule Tariff mess is great news for Bitcoin: Binance CEO SEC, Binance…

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StanChart initiates coverage of XRP, projects $12.5 price by end of Trump’s term

Standard Chartered has initiated coverage of XRP with a sharply bullish outlook, predicting the digital asset could climb to $12. 50 before the end of President Donald Trump’s current term. The bank said XRP’s expanding use cases, favorable legal trajectory, and resilience amid macroeconomic volatility position it as one of the few digital assets likely to […] The post StanChart initiates coverage of XRP, projects $12.

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This Week in Crypto: Pi Network KYC Deadline, SEC Drops XRP Lawsuit, Digital Asset Summit, and More

This week in crypto, Pi Network faces KYC-related issues, Ripple celebrates a legal victory, and Trump outlines plans for stablecoin adoption. Meanwhile, Binance engages its community in meme coin listings.

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Not Just XRP and Ethereum: Traders Are Betting on These New Altcoins to Explode in Q2

The news of President Trump’s proposed crypto strategic reserve that includes Bitcoin (BTC) and leading altcoins, and Ripple’s legal victory against the SEC created a shockwave in the market this The post Not Just XRP and Ethereum: Traders Are Betting on These New Altcoins to Explode in Q2 appeared first on CryptoNinjas.

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Trump family in talks to acquire stake in Binance.US

The potential Trump-Binance.US deal could reshape US crypto regulations and influence political dynamics amid ongoing legal challenges. The post Trump family in talks to acquire stake in Binance.US appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Judge gives Heart a break, Trump throws crypto summit, Metaverse plans unveiled | Weekly Recap

Today’s edition of the weekly recap covers a legal setback in the Heart case, an upcoming White House crypto summit, and the Trump family’s planned metaverse expansion. Meanwhile, MetaMask adds Bitcoin and Solana support. Judge dismisses case against HEX founder…

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Ripples Future Uncertain as XRP Price Slips: New Utility Token Dominates the Scene,…’XRP Killer’?

XRP’s dominance is under siege! The cross-border remittance giant that won hearts after its legal victory has been battered by market uncertainty. As of press time, the XRP price has plunged 28% MoM following President Trump’s tariff announcement on the EU.

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Binance, US regulators seek legal pause as Trump’s crypto agenda unfolds

Binance and the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) have jointly requested a federal judge to pause the regulator’s ongoing lawsuit against the crypto exchange, citing the potential impact of a newly formed task force focused on digital asset regulation.

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XRP News Today: Will XRP Finally Break $5 as PlutoChain Gains Whale Attention?

SEC chief Gary Gensler resigned as Trump took office again, sparking optimism for XRP amid its legal battle. With a favorable outcome more likely, traders speculate if XRP could hit $5 soon. We’ll analyze market trends and expert predictions.

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Trump's CFTC Head Slams Prediction Markets Resistance Under Predecessor

Caroline Pham, the agency's acting chairman, is scheduling an experts roundtable to reset the CFTC's course on this "sinkhole of legal uncertainty."

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Ripple Price Prediction: Will XRP Reach $5? TRUMP Token Boosts Ripple’s Legal Battle While Minotaurus Attracts Whales

Explore Ripple’s chances of hitting $5 as the TRUMP token strengthens its Legal battle. Learn how Minotaurus (MTAUR) is attracting whales and reshaping the crypto market.

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XRP Lawsuit: TRUMP Token Launch Supports Ripple’s Fight Against SEC Ruling, Asserts Pundit

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Ivanka Trump denounces IVANKA memecoin, warns of legal action

Ivanka Trump, the daughter of President Donald Trump, has issued a statement distancing herself from a cryptocurrency project called the $IVANKA memecoin.  Writing on X, Trump clarified that she has no connection to the token and condemned its use of…

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Hester Peirce tapped to lead SEC’s new crypto task force

SEC launches crypto task force led by Hester Peirce to establish clear legal standards and support innovation amid Trump's pro-crypto era. The post Hester Peirce tapped to lead SEC’s new crypto task force appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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DOGE In Trouble: Elon Musk Faces Lawsuit As Trump Takes Office

Elon Musk’s DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) is facing legal scrutiny yet again. This time, however, it is through a lawsuit stating that it’s not in compliance with federal transparency rules.

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XRP as a U.S. reserve asset? Why speculations are rising

XRP’s rise signals potential U. S. Treasury inclusion, boosting Ripple’s adoption and market value Legal shifts under the Trump administration could reshape XRP’s future, outpacing competiThe post XRP as a U.

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SEC's Last Major Legal Official Exits, Leaving Clean Slate for Trump Era

With the general counsel stepping down, some of the main characters in the crypto industry's recent clashes with the Securities and Exchange Commission are out.

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Donald Trump Jr. joins Kalshi as strategic adviser

Donald Trump Jr. joins legal prediction market Kalshi as strategic adviser to boost regulated event-based betting platform in US. The post Donald Trump Jr. joins Kalshi as strategic adviser appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Fed’s vice chair for supervision Michael Barr to step down in February

Michael Barr’s resignation is effective from February 28, 2025, but he will continue as governor of the Federal Reserve Board A Reuters report indicated in December that Barr was seeking legal advice regarding his options should Trump attempt to remove him Michael Barr, the US Federal Reserve’s vice chair for supervision, who warned banks about […] The post Fed’s vice chair for supervision Michael Barr to step down in February appeared first on CoinJournal.

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TRM Labs exec likens excitement about crypto under Trump to ‘space race’ hype

The excitement around crypto in the US under President-elect Donald Trump’s term is akin to a space race, according to Ari Redbord, head of legal and government affairs at TRM Labs.  During an interview with CNBC’s Squawk Box, Redbord mentioned that “people are the policy” and highlighted Trump’s pro-crypto nominations for his cabinet so far, […] The post TRM Labs exec likens excitement about crypto under Trump to ‘space race’ hype appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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XRP vs SEC Case ‘Likely’ to Stretch Beyond February, Pro-Ripple Legal Expert Reveals New Timeline

Jeremy Hogan, Partner at Hogan & Hogan, has shared his insights on the potential timeline for the XRP vs SEC case resolution. As the Trump administration prepares to take charge in two weeks, with Paul Atkins expected to assume the role of SEC Chair, the cryptocurrency community eagerly anticipates the conclusion of this prolonged legal […] The post XRP vs SEC Case ‘Likely’ to Stretch Beyond February, Pro-Ripple Legal Expert Reveals New Timeline appeared first on CaptainAltcoin.

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Trump’s pro-crypto pledge could see day-one executive orders, industry players hope

The US crypto industry anticipates pro-crypto executive orders from President-elect Donald Trump as soon as his first day in office as a roadmap, Reuters reported on Dec. 23. Rebecca Rettig, chief legal and policy officer at Polygon Labs, said: “Given the tenor of the campaign, it would be imperative for executive orders to really set out […] The post Trump’s pro-crypto pledge could see day-one executive orders, industry players hope appeared first on CryptoSlate.

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Ripple CEO slams SEC on '60 Minutes,' calls for clearer crypto regulations

Ripple CEO calls for modern regulations that align with digital assets' unique nature. FIT21 bill shifts crypto regulation from SEC to CFTC under Trump’s agenda. The legal standoff betweenThe post Ripple CEO slams SEC on '60 Minutes,' calls for clearer crypto regulations appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Donald Trump names David Sacks as “AI and crypto czar”

David Sacks is the former PayPal COO and founder of Yammer, a SaaS company He will work on a legal framework providing the crypto industry with the clarity it wants US President-elect Donald Trump has announced that David Sacks will be the lead policy advisor on artificial intelligence and crypto, dubbing him the “White House […] The post Donald Trump names David Sacks as “AI and crypto czar” appeared first on CoinJournal.

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Donald Trump appoints David Sacks to lead AI and crypto policy in new administration

On Dec. 6, US President-elect Donald Trump announced on Truth Social that David Sacks has been named the “White House AI and Crypto Czar. ” In his new role, Sacks will lead efforts to establish a legal framework for crypto regulation and chair the Presidential Council of Advisors for Science and Technology.

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DYdX Surges 30% as Trump Names David Sacks as 'AI and Crypto Czar'

The "PayPal Mafia" alum will work to ensure the crypto industry has the legal framework and clarity it has been asking for, Trump said in a TruthSocial post.

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XRP Eyes Massive Wins On Trump Overhaul as Ex-CFTC Chair Says SEC May Drop Ripple Fight

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Robinhood’s Dan Gallagher declines potential SEC leadership role

Dan Gallagher, Robinhood Markets’ chief legal officer, has withdrawn from consideration to lead the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission under the incoming Trump administration. Gallagher’s decision to remove himself from consideration marks a major development in the search for Gary…

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Ex-SEC Lawyers Agree: Crypto Enforcement Shackles May Take Time to Resolve

After years of legal wrangling with the U.S. securities regulator, President-elect Donald Trump's win was taken by the crypto industry as a definitive sign that their courtroom shackles and enforcement actions would be thrown off when he takes the oath of office again.

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Will Trump oust SEC’s Gary Gensler? Crypto community awaits

Trump vowed to fire SEC Chair Gensler, igniting regulatory hopes in the crypto community. Potential SEC successors may significantly shift crypto regulations, despite legal challenges. The UThe post Will Trump oust SEC’s Gary Gensler? Crypto community awaits appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Trump is considering Robinhood’s Dan Gallagher as SEC Head Gary Gensler’s replacement: report

Sources claim that Trump’s team is considering Robinhood’s chief legal officer Dan Gallagher as SEC Chairman Gary Gensler’s replacement. However, it is possible Gensler might stay on unless he resigns.

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Robinhood legal boss is being considered for SEC chair shortlist: Report

Robinhood’s legal chief, Dan Gallagher, is reportedly one of the top picks to head the SEC under Trump, who promised to fire its current chair “on day one.”

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Trump administration considering Robinhood legal chief for SEC chair role

President-Elect Donald Trump’s transition team is considering a roster of corporate attorneys and Republican regulators for leadership roles in key financial agencies, with plans to present a finalized shortlist soon, Reuters reported Nov.

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Ex-President Donald Trump wishes Bitcoin whitepaper a happy 16th anniversary

Trump wished a happy birthday to the anniversary of Bitcoin’s whitepaper and called on ending “Kamala’s war on crypto” Since Bitcoin’s initial days, its price has risen to over $72,000 and is accepted as legal tender in El Salvador Trump’s post comes less than a week before the US election results are in Former US […] The post Ex-President Donald Trump wishes Bitcoin whitepaper a happy 16th anniversary appeared first on CoinJournal.

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Trump vs. Harris, Ripple cross-appeal, CZ to appear at Binance blockchain event, Satoshi drama | Weekly Recap

In today’s edition of the weekly recap: the U.S. presidential race is a near-even split among voters in seven key swing states; Ripple’s legal spat with SEC continues; Binance’s Changpeng Zhao to appear at Binance event; HBO’s Satoshi Nakamoto claims…

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Will Trump’s SEC pick be crypto’s savior? All eyes on Dan Gallagher

Is the SEC about to get a crypto-friendly makeover with Dan Gallagher at the helm? How would his approach differ from Gensler’s crackdown? Crypto’s Robinhood in the making? Rumors are swirling that Dan Gallagher, Robinhood‘s Chief Legal Officer and a…

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U.S. to sell Silk Road Bitcoin: 69,370 BTC to enter market

Supreme Court's refusal to review allows the U. S. to sell seized 69,370 Bitcoin. Trump proposes retaining Bitcoin as a strategic reserve if re-elected. In a notable legal development, the U.

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Robinhood CLO has shot at SEC chair: report

Robinhood’s chief attorney, who once served at the SEC, could lead the regulator if President Donald Trump is re-elected next month. Robinhood Markets’ chief legal officer Dan Gallagher has been mentioned as a leading chair candidate at the U.S. Securities…

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BREAKING: Robinhood Crypto Executive Could Be The Next SEC Chair

In a developing story from Politico, a potential clash between Wall Street’s regulator and Robinhood Crypto is looming. As the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) prepares to scrutinize Robinhood’s cryptocurrency operations, chief legal officer Dan Gallagher is emerging as a leading candidate to head the SEC should Donald Trump secure another term as president. Potential […]

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Telegram founder arrested, Trump and Harris tied on Polymarket, SEC v. Kraken, Binance under legal scrutiny again | Weekly Recap

Telegram founder Pavel Durov was arrested near Paris; U.S. presidential election odds shift on Polymarket; a judge denied Kraken’s motion to dismiss legal charges; Binance faces fresh legal woes; and spot Bitcoin ETFs saw consecutive days of net inflows. Telegram…

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Winklevoss twins refunded for bitcoin donations exceeding legal limit to Trump’s campaign: Report

The billionaire Winklevoss twins, founders of the cryptocurrency company Gemini, recently made headlines after their substantial bitcoin donations to Donald Trump’s presidential campaign were partially refunded.

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Traders Profit From Trump-Themed MEMEcoins Amidst Legal News

Following the recent news of Donald Trump being found guilty, the cryptocurrency market saw a surge in Trump-themed meme coins. A savvy trader capitalized on this trend, making significant profits in just a few hours by trading two of these new tokens: FREE TRUMP ($FREE) and NEVER SURRENDER ($TRUMP). As […]

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Crypto Gamblers Bet on Trump 2024 Election Win Despite Criminal Indictments

Donald Trump dominates the 2024 election betting pools on Polymarket, with a notable lead over Joe Biden. This development unfolds as Trump contends with multiple criminal indictments, raising questions about the intersection of politics, public sentiment, and legal complexities.

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Will a Trump win be good for BTC, Solana, IOTA, and Zilliqa prices?

Bitcoin and other altcoins had a strong performance in 2023 as the industry went through numerous headwinds and tailwinds. The biggest tailwinds were the legal victories by Ripple Labs and Grayscale against the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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Melania Trump’s NFT Sparks Debate Over NASA Image Usage

Former First Lady Melania Trump faces controversy over her NFT drop featuring NASA's iconic image. Public domain use sparks legal debate in NFT space. The post Melania Trump’s NFT Sparks Debate Over NASA Image Usage appeared first on NFT News Today.

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NFTs Linked To Trump’s Criminal Indictment Soars As The Former President Faces 34 Felony Counts

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Trump Legal Troubles Drive Up NFT Sales By Over 400%

After Trump made history by becoming the first incumbent US president to be indicted on criminal charges, his NFT collection is having a blast. Interest in the collection, which was launched in December to widespread derision, skyrocketed after he was formally accused in New York on Thursday.

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