Tag: crypto

Trump's Tariff Boosts Crypto? Chainlink, VeChain, & Qubetics!

Trump's Tariff Boosts Crypto? Chainlink, VeChain, & Qubetics!

• Facts

Extremely rapid shifts in global economic power structures have further transformed the crypto market—a sector already notorious for extreme volatility. Many Americans think of tariffs as an obscure economic policy. Yet their impacts can profoundly shape entire industries, including the nascent digital asset ecosystem. This piece examines the unexpected influence...

Binance Navigates Regulatory Landscape, Aims to Bolster National Crypto Reserves

Binance Navigates Regulatory Landscape, Aims to Bolster National Crypto Reserves

• Regulation

The world’s largest crypto exchange, Binance has been lobbying countries on adopting crypto-friendly regulations. They are further supporting the creation of national retail digital asset reserves. Today’s announcement is part of the company’s broader efforts to restore trust and credibility after being embroiled in various legal battles. On top of...

Trump's Tariff Loophole: Is Crypto's Market Surge a False Dawn?

Trump's Tariff Loophole: Is Crypto's Market Surge a False Dawn?

• Commentary

We're seeing green across the crypto board. Bitcoin's flirting with all-time highs, altcoins are pumping, and everyone's talking about the next bull run. It’s no wonder, then, that articles are flooding the internet promoting projects like Chainlink, VeChain and even newer entrants like Qubetics, promising investors outrageous ROI. But hold...

77-Bit's Free NFTs: A Gateway Drug to Web3 for Southeast Asian Artists?

77-Bit's Free NFTs: A Gateway Drug to Web3 for Southeast Asian Artists?

• Commentary

77-Bit's beta numbers are impressive, no doubt. High retention, heavy in-game spending – it means they are getting something right with this “fun-first” ideology. The completely free NFT mint for beta testers? Genius. Let's zoom out. Nevermind the Bitman/Plumbro rarity tiers for a moment. What if this seemingly minor occurrence...

77-Bit's Free Beta Skin NFTs: Don't Miss the 72-Hour Mint!

77-Bit's Free Beta Skin NFTs: Don't Miss the 72-Hour Mint!

• Facts

77-Bit is providing players with an exclusive opportunity to claim free Beta Skin NFTs. Hurry—this chance doesn’t come around often, and it’s going away fast! It isn’t purely about the thrill of collecting digital art, either. It’s your only opportunity to get early access to exclusive rewards and earn a...

Trump's Crypto Empire A Ticking Time Bomb For US Regulations?

Trump's Crypto Empire A Ticking Time Bomb For US Regulations?

• Commentary

The headlines shriek with glee at the thought of Trump’s crypto-loving underbelly, building a cryptocurrency portfolio and releasing NFT collections. Beyond the glitz and the "digital trading cards," a more insidious threat lurks: the potential decimation of already fragile US financial regulations. Do we truly want to gamble our country’s...

Is Trump's Crypto Play Exploiting Southeast Asian Artists?

Is Trump's Crypto Play Exploiting Southeast Asian Artists?

• Commentary

Donald Trump, who was once crypto’s most vocal opponent, is busy creating what some are dubbing a crypto empire. NFTs and DeFi projects such as WLFI, stablecoins, and even Bitcoin mining – it’s the new normal. And while headlines focus on millions made, potential conflicts of interest, and regulatory concerns,...

Trump's Crypto Empire From NFTs to DeFi Fuels Conflict of Interest Concerns

Trump's Crypto Empire From NFTs to DeFi Fuels Conflict of Interest Concerns

• NFT Drops

Plus, Donald Trump, son of our good friend Steve Witkoff made a big splash in the crypto space. He’s the Middle East special envoy in the Trump administration. His path to that success started with the launch of Trump Digital Trading Cards Series 1, which made $19 million. His crypto...

Crypto's Southeast Asia Moment? Why This SEC Pause Matters Globally

Crypto's Southeast Asia Moment? Why This SEC Pause Matters Globally

• Commentary

The SEC's recent pause in its legal battles, particularly that Kentucky case involving 18 state attorneys general, might seem like a US-centric event. But believe me, it sends out ripples much farther than United States shores – especially to Southeast Asia. It goes far beyond just regulatory turf wars; it’s...

NY AG Calls for Crypto Regulation: Will Congress Answer?

NY AG Calls for Crypto Regulation: Will Congress Answer?

• Facts

The cryptocurrency space is a vast, untamed, digital frontier full of promise and danger. New York Attorney General Letitia James is threatening to hold the state accountable. She calls on Congress to be bold and to provide accountability in this fledgling industry. Her plea for a federal framework underscores a...

Japan's "New Capitalism 2025" Plan Signals Regulatory Embrace of Bitcoin and Web3

Japan is strategically positioning itself as a global leader in digital innovation with its updated "New Capitalism 2025" plan, released on April 13. Taken together, this plan represents a major regulatory turning point event toward welcoming Bitcoin and Web3 technologies. The initiative aims to leverage digital assets to solve social...

Japan's Bitcoin Revolution: A Boon for Artists and Web3 Creators?

Is Japan on the verge of accidentally unleashing a tsunami of creative destruction and financial liberation onto the rest of the emerging markets? I know this seems like a tall order, but hear me out. Japan’s regulatory change to officially recognize Bitcoin as a financial product. This step is a...

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Mainstream Moment?

Donald Trump Jr.’s scheduled keynote address at KBW2025 is raising eyebrows and inspiring intense discussion across the Web3 ecosystem. He’s just a high-profile guy shaking things up in the crypto world. His presence further exemplifies the increasing importance of blockchain technology and its potential to revolutionize the traditional economy. Does...

KBW2025: Is Trump Jr. Web3's Trojan Horse or its Savior?

Donald Trump Jr. at Korea Blockchain Week? It's a head-scratcher, isn't it? About as easy as locating a MAGA hat at a Burning Man soirée. Before we put this down as just another short-lived publicity stunt, let’s take a closer look at what this could IoTally Web3 means. Cynical ploy...

Civitas Goes Immutable: Faster, Cheaper, and Gas-Free Trading!

Civitas is making a massive leap into the future of blockchain gaming, so join us! As an official partner of Immutable’s, our competitive game officially migrated from Ethereum to the Immutable zkEVM. This change will transform the Civitas experience for players all over the world. This new transition brings with...

Civitas' Immutable Leap: A Win for Emerging Artists in Web3?

I think back to visiting a small art collective in Yangon just a few years ago. It was a time when the energy was electric, the talent readily evident, but the artists themselves were suffering. They were making amazing digital art and wanted to access the global NFT market. Those...

Kazakhstan's Web3 Gamble: Genius Move or Regulatory Minefield?

Kazakhstan is taking a significant step in the Web3 direction with the establishment of the Solana Economic Zone Kazakhstan (SEZ KZ). This decision would catapult the country into the forefront of Central Asian tech hubs or turn into a blundering bet with heavy repercussions. Let's be frank: this isn’t just...

Pompliano's ProCap Launches Bitcoin-Focused Financial Firm After $750M Raise

Anthony Pompliano is now in charge at ProCap Financial. This new entity will offer exclusive bitcoin-native financial services tailored to the needs of sophisticated investors. This venture was made possible through a SPAC merger between Pompliano's ProCap BTC and Columbus Circle Capital (NASDAQ: CCCM).ProCap Financial’s first fundraising round was met...