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Trump's NFT Dinner A Disaster Waiting To Happen?

Trump's NFT Dinner A Disaster Waiting To Happen?

• Commentary

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

• NFT Drops

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

• Facts

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!

• Facts

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

• Facts

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?

• Commentary

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

• Commentary

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

• Facts

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...

Trump's Crypto: How Southeast Asia's Artists Can Navigate the Risks

Trump's Crypto: How Southeast Asia's Artists Can Navigate the Risks

• Commentary

The rise of Trump's crypto empire is not just a Wall Street story. It's a global one, and Southeast Asia's vibrant artistic community needs to pay close attention. We’re discussing the prospect of market manipulation, of lax regulations that favor those who are already the 1% and a whole bunch...

Decoding Trump's Crypto Ventures: From NFTs to Meme Coins and Beyond

Decoding Trump's Crypto Ventures: From NFTs to Meme Coins and Beyond

• Regulation

Donald Trump and his family have taken their first steps into the cryptocurrency world. They’re already deep into their own NFT, meme coin and blockchain-based gaming explorations. This foray begs many questions though, including financial ethics, regulatory compliance, and the positive or negative influence on investors. The Trump family’s crypto...

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...