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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...

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

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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?

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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...

Is the SEC's Crypto Crackdown Finally Crumbling? Here's What's Next

Is the SEC's Crypto Crackdown Finally Crumbling? Here's What's Next

• Commentary

The news out of Kentucky runs far deeper than a procedural pause. The lawsuit, which was brought by a bipartisan coalition of 18 state attorneys general, had been temporarily halted by a federal judge under the SEC’s motion. Ostensibly, it’s a temporary pause to test the waters. Stop the litigation,...

SEC Crypto Lawsuit PAUSED: New Leadership Signals Change?

SEC Crypto Lawsuit PAUSED: New Leadership Signals Change?

• Facts

A federal judge has temporarily stopped one of the most significant lawsuits in years against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). This development has led to much speculation regarding potential shifts in the regulatory environment surrounding cryptocurrencies. A coalition of 18 state attorneys general and the newly formed DeFi...

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...

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...

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...