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Stablecoin Scramble: Congress's Hot New Crypto Obsession?

Stablecoin Scramble: Congress's Hot New Crypto Obsession?

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Stablecoins have rapidly emerged as a major theme within the crypto industry. They are bringing the attention of all legislators and FDIC partners to them. These unique digital assets are intentionally created to be stable in value. Typically backed 1:1 by a fiat currency such as the US dollar, these...

Crypto's $250M Week: Where's the Smart Money Flowing?

Crypto's $250M Week: Where's the Smart Money Flowing?

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The past week in crypto was a fascinating mix of stability combined with underlying volatility. At the time, Bitcoin’s price was still under $85,000, but the altcoins were witnessing a rally of a lifetime. This article breaks down the week's key events, focusing on the $250 million in crypto funding,...

Crypto Regulation 2025: US vs. EU - What You NEED to Know!

Crypto Regulation 2025: US vs. EU - What You NEED to Know!

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The cryptocurrency universe has become a complex, quickly changing ecosystem of innovators and entrepreneurs where there is a clear demand for regulatory certainty. As we move into 2025, understanding the nuances of crypto regulation in different regions is crucial for investors, businesses, and anyone involved in the digital asset space....

Crypto Regulation 2025: The Shocking Truth About Who Really Benefits

Crypto Regulation 2025: The Shocking Truth About Who Really Benefits

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I’ve spent the last two or so years deeply immersing myself in the crypto space. To be sure, the upcoming US & EU 2025 regs are literally terrifying. Don’t buy this narrative about improving consumer protection and financial stability—that’s the smokescreen. The "shocking truth" isn't some conspiracy theory. We saw...

CFPB Crypto Retreat: What Trump-Era Cuts Mean for Your Wallet

CFPB Crypto Retreat: What Trump-Era Cuts Mean for Your Wallet

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Cryptocurrency is notorious for being technical and volatile. What do you get when the watchdogs that are supposed to protect consumers pull back? Recent changes in regulatory oversight have drastically changed the landscape. The Trump administration’s extraordinary influence has all but tied the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau’s (CFPB) hands. At...

Zora's Memecoin: Genius Move or Regulatory Minefield?

Zora's Memecoin: Genius Move or Regulatory Minefield?

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To call ZORA a “memecoin” is sheer genius or extreme naiveté. Maybe both? In the wild west of crypto, US regulators are in a rush to be the sheriffs. They’re always looking for people to prosecute and make an example out of. Now, Zora’s new token is launching on Base,...

Is This NFT Bunker a Genius Move or Crypto's Final Boss?

Is This NFT Bunker a Genius Move or Crypto's Final Boss?

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And that’s what the Dead Bruv project is all about—crowdfunding a Cold War bunker through NFTs. It truly is the most genius plan I’ve ever witnessed in crypto, or alternatively, it is a regulatory time bomb that is set to explode. Maybe both? It’s as if Banksy had the chance...

5 Crypto Gems Defying Volatility: Your 2025 Portfolio Power-Up

5 Crypto Gems Defying Volatility: Your 2025 Portfolio Power-Up

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The cryptocurrency market is just as famous for its extreme volatility and unpredictability. Even in the frenzy, there are digital assets that have proven to be surprisingly resilient – a clear sign of long-term opportunity and growth. DeliciousNFT.com is here to help you cut through the cluttered, crowded, flashy NFT...

Bitstamp CEO on Crypto's Future: Regulation, Robinhood & More

Bitstamp CEO on Crypto's Future: Regulation, Robinhood & More

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The crypto space moves at lightning speed, a never-ending wave of emerging tech, regulatory shifts, and market evolution. To cut through this complicated environment, be sure to listen to the advice of the public-private trailblazers. This featured post takes you inside the mind of Jean-Baptiste Graftieaux, CEO of Bitstamp, one...

Atkins' SEC: Will Crypto Finally Get a Fair Shake?

Atkins' SEC: Will Crypto Finally Get a Fair Shake?

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Still, Gensler’s SEC certainly did seem like a moralizing, inflexible gale force wind. Enforcement, enforcement, enforcement. It sent a message that has left many in the crypto ecosystem feeling cornered, repressed, and quite honestly, persecuted. Was every project a scam? Of course not. Under Gensler, it seemed like that was...

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...

5 Ways This Crypto Bill Empowers Southeast Asian Artists, Not Wall Street

Let’s be honest, when you hear about crypto regulation, your first thought probably isn't Southeast Asian artists finding new avenues for creative expression. Surely visions of Wall Street honchos and inscrutable derivatives dance in your head. Well, what if I told you that the Senate’s Banking Committee just released their...

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...

Trump Jr. at KBW2025: Web3's Punk Rock Moment or Sellout?

Or I think about Nandar, a wonderful Burmese artist that I met in Yangon, sharing with me her latest NFT collection. Each work exploded with vivid imagery, bravely fighting back against the junta’s repressive hold. She began selling them directly to supporters around the world, allowing her to cleverly sidestep...

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...

Immutable's Gamble: Will Gas-Free Trading Save Web3 Gaming?

Yet the hype around Web3 gaming is real, offering gamers true digital ownership and player-driven economies. Let’s get real: that promise usually meets a very different fate. High gas fees and a clunky user experience can quickly derail those intentions. Immutable is taking a big bet with its zkEVM and...

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 Solana Zone: A Web3 Oasis or Just Another Crypto Mirage?

Is Kazakhstan really developing a true Web3 utopia, or just another playground for the crypto elite? The establishment of a Solana Economic Zone Kazakhstan (SEZ KZ) in Astana has generated much enthusiasm but criticism. The prospect of a blockchain-powered haven in Central Asia, however, is tantalizing. We need to take...