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Powell Signals Crypto Mainstream as U.S. Eyes Stablecoin Rules

Powell Signals Crypto Mainstream as U.S. Eyes Stablecoin Rules

• Regulation

As Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell recently acknowledged, cryptocurrency is entering the mainstream. He thinks this momentum is driven in part by changing U.S. regulatory standards. Taken together, Powell’s comments represent a complete turnaround in the Federal Reserve’s position on cryptocurrencies.Individually, Powell’s remarks help lend additional legitimacy of the sector...

Powell Says Crypto's Mainstream: What Stablecoin Regs Mean 4 You

Powell Says Crypto's Mainstream: What Stablecoin Regs Mean 4 You

• Facts

The regulatory landscape for stablecoins in the United States is shifting rapidly. This evolution has significant consequences for retail users, traders and investors, and the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem. Recent legislative developments have sent shockwaves. At the same time, Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell’s testimony suggests that we might not have...

The Crypto Regulation Trap: Will It Save Us From Recession?

The Crypto Regulation Trap: Will It Save Us From Recession?

• Commentary

Now we’re looking down the gun of a possible recession and the normal players have come out of the woodwork ready to provide answers. Regulation, that old reliable comforter, is once again being dangled as the magic cure for the crypto market. What if, in our hasty desire to regulate,...

Powell's Crypto Stance: Regulation Now, Innovation Later?

Powell's Crypto Stance: Regulation Now, Innovation Later?

• Facts

The intersection of cryptocurrency and traditional finance is becoming increasingly complex, and Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell's recent statements provide a crucial glimpse into the Fed's evolving strategy. Powell's remarks underscore a clear emphasis on establishing a robust regulatory framework before fully embracing the innovative potential of digital assets. This...

Trump's Crypto Game A Conflict of Interest Nightmare?

Trump's Crypto Game A Conflict of Interest Nightmare?

• Commentary

Is Donald Trump really going to make the White House a huge, pixelated casino? It certainly feels that way. The former president is apparently releasing a Trump-themed, crypto-infused real estate video game—Monopoly Go! with MAGA bustedness. This news, which ought to send shivers down the spines of anyone worried about...

Powell's Crypto Embrace The Fed's Risky Game With Your Money

Powell's Crypto Embrace The Fed's Risky Game With Your Money

• Commentary

Jerome Powell wants stablecoin regulation. Congress seems newly interested. Consumer protection, transparency – this all sounds fantastic, right? Before we uncork the champagne, let's consider something: unintended consequences. Are we really so desperate to tame this crypto beast that we’re on the verge of accidentally choking it to death.Regulation: Innovation's...

Trump's Crypto Game: Monopoly Go! Meets MAGA?

Trump's Crypto Game: Monopoly Go! Meets MAGA?

• Facts

Their powerful intersection is about to get a whole lot more interesting. Former President Donald Trump is reportedly launching a blockchain-based real estate game, drawing comparisons to the popular mobile game, Monopoly Go!. This new initiative seeks to leverage Trump’s unmatched name recognition and fame while linking it with the...

Trump's Crypto Game Southeast Asia's Next Big Opportunity?

Trump's Crypto Game Southeast Asia's Next Big Opportunity?

• Commentary

Okay, I know what you're thinking: Trump, crypto, and Southeast Asia in the same sentence? That seems like a mix poised for catastrophe… or perhaps something really cool. Cut the politics for a second and focus on the opportunity, because that’s where the real limitless potential lies.Southeast Asia Needs Creative...

Dubai to Host 30th Edition of HODL Summit in May 2025

Dubai to Host 30th Edition of HODL Summit in May 2025

• Web3 Projects

Dubai is set to host the 30th edition of the HODL Summit on May 14-15, 2025, at the Madinat Jumeirah. Trescon is the organizer behind HODL Dubai. This 3 day event will be a massive, engaging and inspiring deal-making innovation platform to connect disruptive blockchain projects with investors, enterprises and...

Stablecoin Showdown: UK vs. EU vs. US vs. HK Regulations Compared

As global competition in the world of stablecoins continues to intensify, so too does the regulatory landscape. Head on over to DeliciousNFT.com to dig into this tasty comparison of regulations in the UK, EU, US, and Hong Kong. Prepare to nerd out with us on the details! For stablecoin projects...

Stablecoin Regulation: The Shocking Truth About MiCA's Global Power Grab

MiCA. It sounds innocuous, doesn't it? Like a friendly European cat. When it comes to stablecoins, the EU’s Markets in Crypto-assets Regulation is anything but cuddly. Consumer protection in reality, it’s turning into a global power grab.MiCA's Reach Exceeds Its Grasp?MiCA's ambition is breathtaking. It seeks to set ground rules...

Global Stablecoin Regulations Aligning on Key Principles

Stablecoins are quickly becoming one of the most used digital assets around the globe, thanks to their peg to traditional currencies. This exponential growth is leading regulators to develop frameworks for their regulation. Hong Kong took a big step forward with the passage of its Stablecoins Bill on May 21,...

Pudgy Penguins Hit the Racetrack: A NASCAR Partnership!

Pudgy Penguins, the third-most traded NFT collection of 2023 and emerging merchandise brand, just revealed a head-scratching partnership with NASCAR. The big announcement exploded onto X in a flashy, viral post. It featured a trailer of the company’s mascot, Pudgy, while he trains and races through an exhilarating race. The...

Pudgy Penguins x NASCAR: Genius Marketing or Crypto's Desperate Grab?

The news dropped: Pudgy Penguins, those adorable, waddling NFTs, are hitching a ride with NASCAR. NASCAR! That same NASCAR filled with beer sponsorship and engine oil advertising. Is this the world’s greatest marketing sleight of hand? Or are we just seeing a last-ditch flail at mainstream legitimacy by a crypto...

Polemos & BUFF: Is This Partnership a Web3 Revolution or Just More Hype?

The excitement is palpable surrounding Polemos’ $PLMS Token Launch and their strategic partnership with BUFF. With 18M gamer base, BUFF has a strong user base. The vision of bridging Web2 and Web3 gaming is incredibly inspiring to us! Hold your horses there, Speed Racer. Or maybe – just maybe –...

Polemos & BUFF: Will This Partnership Finally Unlock Web3 Gaming for SEA?

Can one token launch and one strategic partnership really shift the game for SEA’s (Southeast Asia) Web3 gaming future? Maybe. Let's be real, the devil is always in the details, especially when you're talking about a region as diverse and nuanced as SEA. Polemos, launching its $PLMS token on June...