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Trump's Crypto Embrace: A Boon or Trap for Emerging Artists?

Trump's Crypto Embrace: A Boon or Trap for Emerging Artists?

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Is Trump’s possible crypto-friendly future a real win-win for all or is it just one more gilded cage, especially for those adventurous, entrepreneurial artists grinding in the digital fields? Because that’s the question we should really be asking.Crypto's Promise: A Level Playing Field?We've all heard the siren song of crypto:...

Crypto Industry Navigates Regulatory Minefield as Trump Memecoin Dinner Sparks Controversy

Crypto Industry Navigates Regulatory Minefield as Trump Memecoin Dinner Sparks Controversy

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Cryptocurrency firms are still trying to navigate unclear regulatory standards. A memecoin dinner invitation extended to Trump backers has stirred up political ire in Washington. Investment advisers are struggling to know which of the thousands of cryptocurrency assets are securities, which is causing real harm and confusion in the marketplace....

Trump's Crypto Embrace Signals a Regulatory Showdown Is Coming

Trump's Crypto Embrace Signals a Regulatory Showdown Is Coming

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Let's be blunt. NFTs aside, Trump’s newfound love for crypto, especially the prospect of a Trump-branded stablecoin, stinks of crypto opportunism. Remember when he called Bitcoin "thin air"? Now, suddenly, he's a crypto champion? This isn't about a genuine belief in the technology; it's about tapping into a new vein...

Trump's USD1 Stablecoin: Asia's Embrace, EU's Loss?

Trump's USD1 Stablecoin: Asia's Embrace, EU's Loss?

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Southeast Asia's crypto scene is buzzing. Now picture those same creative marketplaces in the Philippines, vibrant hubs of digital art NFTs being exchanged through crypto. Imagine Vietnamese Gen Z individuals using cryptocurrency to take advantage of international investment opportunities or Indonesian entrepreneurs funding their businesses through DeFi loans. It’s a...

Trump's Crypto Gamble: Will USD1's Lack of Transparency Sink It?

Trump's Crypto Gamble: Will USD1's Lack of Transparency Sink It?

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In the Wild West of crypto, transparency is no longer a luxury—it’s the law enforcement officer. The Trump family’s connection to the USD1 stablecoin, a controversial crypto asset, deserves further investigation. Instead, it looks like the wild west indoc with a lot of secrets to hide.USD1 is currently making waves,...

USD1 Stablecoin Faces Regulatory Hurdles Amidst Trump's Involvement

USD1 Stablecoin Faces Regulatory Hurdles Amidst Trump's Involvement

• Regulation

World Liberty Financial's (WLF) recent unveiling of its USD1 stablecoin has sparked considerable discussion and raised regulatory questions, largely due to former President Donald Trump's connection to the project. That’s a big deal because 127,971,165 tokens are already in circulation. USD1 is on a mission to stake its claim to...

Trump's Crypto Allies: Are SEC Regulations Softening?

Trump's Crypto Allies: Are SEC Regulations Softening?

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The crypto space has become notorious not just for its boom and bust cycles, nor just for its promise of disruption, but increasingly, for its relationships with politics. DeliciousNFT.com is here to help you focus through the static and get straight to the juicy information that’s making the decentralized world...

Is Trump's Crypto Embrace a Win for Artists or a Regulatory Trap?

Is Trump's Crypto Embrace a Win for Artists or a Regulatory Trap?

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Donald Trump’s unexpected crypto rebirth has the entire internet abuzz — and to be clear, it absolutely should. While Wall Street might be seeing dollar signs, I’m looking at this from a different angle: what does this mean for the emerging artists and creators in Southeast Asia who are increasingly...

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...

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...

Senate Republicans Forge Ahead on Crypto Market Structure Framework

Republican senators working on a new framework for digital assets legislation, riding the positive bipartisan wave in the Senate as of late. This announcement follows the Senate’s passage of a bill to regulate stablecoins last week. It was passing with overwhelming bipartisan support.Senators Tim Scott, Cynthia Lummis, Thom Tillis, and...

Crypto's 'Light-Touch' Regulation Gamble Will It Protect You?

The Senate Committee’s proposed “light-touch” regulatory framework for crypto is a long high-stakes poker game. Are we all truly holding a winning hand, or are we collectively bluffing our way into a future financial crisis? It’s a question every investor, every innovator, and frankly, every citizen should want to know....

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...