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Trump's Crypto Allies: Are SEC Meetings a Regulatory Reset or Red Flag?

Trump's Crypto Allies: Are SEC Meetings a Regulatory Reset or Red Flag?

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The SEC is once again under the sway of the Trump flame. Just as alarming is its partnership with crypto companies linked to such ties to the former president. Regulatory reset, or stepping into the abyss? Industry insiders widely supported it as a significant course correction after what they considered...

Is Trump's NFT Gala a Genius Move or Web3's Cringiest Moment?

Is Trump's NFT Gala a Genius Move or Web3's Cringiest Moment?

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Is this marketing genius, or Web3’s moment of jumping the shark? Relatedly, I’m fascinated that Trump is going to host a gala dinner for the top TRUMP meme coin holders at his Washington golf club. The prospect of him actually showing up does make me cynical, though. It does indeed...

Trump's NFT Dinner A Disaster Waiting To Happen?

Trump's NFT Dinner A Disaster Waiting To Happen?

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An invitation-only dinner for the 10 biggest holders of the TRUMP meme coin, held at a Trump golf club? Sounds like a recipe for success all right, is it success, or a slow-motion regulatory train wreck? Let’s just be honest with ourselves, the entire plan smells like a disaster in...

Uncertainty Surrounds Trump Gala Dinner Amidst NFT Contingency

Uncertainty Surrounds Trump Gala Dinner Amidst NFT Contingency

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Former President Donald Trump’s forays into the crypto space started back in December of last year, with the launch of Trump Digital Trading Cards. His first limited edition release of 45,000 NFTs sold out instantly, riding the wave of Trump’s long known name recognition.In early 2025, Trump made a technocratic...

Trump Gala: NFT Stunt or Real Deal? Decoding the Crypto Dinner

Trump Gala: NFT Stunt or Real Deal? Decoding the Crypto Dinner

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The lines between politics and the burgeoning cryptocurrency industry are growing dangerously thin. A recent high-profile gala dinner featuring former President Donald Trump has stirred up some fun debate within the crypto community. This event, offering exclusive access to Trump for top holders of the TRUMP meme coin, raises questions...

Crypto Week Rewind: Sony's Anime NFTs, Trump's Game & More!

Crypto Week Rewind: Sony's Anime NFTs, Trump's Game & More!

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It’s been an action-packed week in crypto! Major entertainment brands dove into NFTs and, at the same time, political figures grew their digital empires. Let’s recap the highpoints, providing the spicy, delicious rundown of all you need to know.Sony Steps into Web3 with Anime NFTsSony isn't just about PlayStations and...

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...

Trump's Crypto Deregulation: A Disaster for Consumers and Innovation?

Trump's Crypto Deregulation: A Disaster for Consumers and Innovation?

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Or think about Sarah, a single mom with two jobs, who is just starting to get comfortable with the concept of crypto. She’d listened to the siren songs of life-changing returns, a golden ticket to tee up her children’s future. She was irresistibly attracted to the idea of earning a...

5 Ways Trump's Crypto Playbook Threatens Financial Integrity

5 Ways Trump's Crypto Playbook Threatens Financial Integrity

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Trump's sudden embrace of crypto, after years of bashing it, isn't just a political flip-flop. It's a flashing red light for financial integrity. And we’re not simply referring to a former president getting rich. Instead, we’re watching them enable a systemic meltdown. Deregulation, self-serving conflicts of interest, and a flagrant...

Trump's Crypto Empire: Regulation, Ethics, & Financial Risks

Trump's Crypto Empire: Regulation, Ethics, & Financial Risks

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The former president’s sudden entry into the burgeoning field of cryptocurrency has caused quite the stir. His interests span the entire crypto gamut, from meme coins to blockchain-based video games. These projects come with a difficult brew of regulatory obstacles, ethical concerns, and financial pitfalls. This article will explore what...

DeGods Founder Steps Down! What's Next for the NFT Project?

So DeGods NFT project is at a really interesting inflection point. DeGoogled now Immutable CEO Rohun Vora, better known by his pseudonym DeGods, has resigned as CEO after three years running the ship. Leadership is changing. Reinforcing that trend, DeGods NFT sales are blasting off, particularly on Ethereum. This shift...

Crypto Developments Unfold Globally

Ripple's donations to Donald Trump, Russia's crypto platform for investors, crypto firms pursuing U.S. banking licenses, DeGods' trading surge, and Kyrgyzstan's collaboration with Binance highlight the latest developments in the cryptocurrency space. Taken together, these events are indicative of a larger, more dynamic shift in the global landscape of digital...

DeGods' Drama Signals NFT Market's Maturation Or Just Another Exit Scam?

Frank's out. Rohun Vora, the figure who became the face of DeGods, is leaving his role. After three years, he’s passing the reins over to 0x_chill and Pastagotsauce. Fine. People move on. The timing reeks. On that fourth front, Solana sales have increased 101%. At the same time, Ethereum sales...

DeGods' Frank Out! Can New Leadership Revive the NFT Project?

Frank DeGods, the face and CEO of the DeGods NFT project, has stepped down after three years at the helm. His departure presents a turning point for the highly criticized project. While DOT’s fate hangs in the balance, could this agency be revitalized by new leadership? This comes after a...

DeGods' Frank Exit: A Warning Sign for Web3's 'Cult of Personality'?

Frank DeGods is out. Poof. And just like that, one of the most iconic characters of the NFT space has departed. While some are celebrating fresh blood and a new direction for DeGods, I can't help but see this as a flashing neon sign screaming about a problem festering within...

DeGods' New Dawn: Can Decentralization Save NFTs From Themselves?

Frank DeGods is out. Realistic goals Two pseudonymous figures we’re calling @0x_chill and @pastagotsauce are all the way in. The NFT world holds its breath. Beyond the leadership shuffle, a more profound question looms: can decentralization really finally save NFTs from the very problems that plague them? Beyond that, will...

Frank DeGods Departs as DeGods CEO, Paving Way for New Leadership

Frank, best known in the Web3 ecosystem as Frank Vora—the name he uses on X, formerly Twitter—has officially resigned as CEO in order to focus on building…whatever comes next. He was integral to the success of the DeGods NFT project. Co-founded by Frank in 2021, DeGods has been a fascinating...

Solana's New Tokens: Are Whales Manipulating HOTMOM, DOOD, and IKUN?

In short, are we just seeing Wild West 2.0, but on Solana blockchain this time? Assets such as HOTMOM, DOOD, and IKUN soared in the third week of May 2025. Their increase has been astronomical to say the least. But behind the flashy headlines and impressive daily transaction volumes, a...