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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

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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?

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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...

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...