Uldricht’s pardon was one of many of Trump’s campaign promises.Meanwhile, the SEC launched a dedicated crypto task force that will be led by Hester Peirce to establish more regulatory clarity. Additionally, the price of Dogecoin (DOGE) surged after the launch of Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) website. However, the website does not mean … Read more
As Donald Trump prepares for his first cabinet meeting as president, many of his handpicked officials have been revealed to be significant cryptocurrency investors, according to financial disclosures submitted as part of the nomination process. From Bitcoin to Solana, several of Trump’s nominees have embraced digital assets, signaling a potential crypto-friendly administration. Here’s a closer … Read more
Ethereum co-founder Joe Lubin says issuers are confident that staked Ether ETFs will be approved under new SEC leadership.
The U.S. sentenced an Indian cryptocurrency vendor to 121 months in prison for laundering over $20 million through darknet platforms and an international hawala network. Cryptocurrency Laundering Scheme Ends in Prison Sentence The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on Jan. 17 that Anurag Pramod Murarka, a 30-year-old Indian national, has been sentenced to 121 … Read more
Optimism’s (OP) market struggle continues as prevailing bearish sentiments have seen its price drop significantly over the past month. The altcoin has faced tremendous selling pressure, with analysts cautiously exploring the potential for future rebounds. According to recent insights from COINOTAG, “active addresses on the Optimism network have seen a notable decline, indicating weakening user … Read more
US crypto stocks closed Jan. 21 down across the board as President Donald Trump is yet to action his promised plans for the industry.
With U.S. President Donald Trump granting clemency to Ross Ulbricht, online discussions have sparked a wave of discussions about whether Trump might extend a similar pardon to Roger Ver. Social media platforms and forums have been abuzz with the topic, even prompting a response from X owner Elon Musk, who stated he would “inquire” when … Read more
The cryptocurrency world never stands still, with innovation and opportunity around every corner. For those looking to make informed choices, identifying the top cryptos to join this week can feel like navigating a storm of options. Among the standout contenders are Qubetics ($TICS), Ethereum, and Binance. Qubetics is redefining blockchain with its seamless interoperability, addressing … Read more
A UAE-based self-styled crypto market maker has admitted to orchestrating an elaborate wash trading scheme that fooled U.S. investors by generating millions in fake trading volume through automated self-dealing on Uniswap. CLS Global is expected to plead guilty to market manipulation and wire fraud charges after falling for an FBI sting operation, federal prosecutors in … Read more
The SEC launches a groundbreaking crypto task force, aiming to replace reactive enforcement with clear, innovation-friendly regulations. Led by “Crypto Mom,” Hester Peirce, this initiative promises seismic shifts in the digital asset landscape. Clearer Crypto Guidelines Ahead as SEC Forms New Task Force: ‘The SEC Can Do Better’ The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) … Read more