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Donald Trump-Themed Meme Coins Are Breeding Crypto Millionaires
Donald trump themed meme coins are creating a new class of millionaires. While the Trump MAGA token had nothing to do with that news, it is up nearly 75% in the past two weeks, surging 14% on the news that the campaign would accept crypto. Some holders of the MAGA meme coin have seen returns of over 1,600%. CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie presents "The Chart of the Day."
Binance Fired Investigator Who Uncovered Client Market Manipulation; 'Boden' Memecoin Surges
"CoinDesk Daily" host Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the biggest headlines impacting the crypto industry today, including a Wall Street Journal article that says Binance fired an investigator who uncovered evidence of market manipulation at DWF Labs, one of the exchange's clients. Plus, insights on Robinhood's strong earnings report and the surge in "Boden" meme coin after former President Trump's comments.
Vivek Ramaswamy Seen as Most Formidable Trump Challenger by Blockchain Bettors
Blockchain bettors didn’t appear to change their odds-making much as a result of Wednesday’s debate, but crypto betting platforms do show that Vivek Ramaswamy, a Bitcoin-friendly entrepreneur who won plaudits for his performance, has overtaken Florida Governor Ron DeSantis in the past week as the clear frontrunner to challenge Trump. "The Hash" panel discusses the intersection between crypto and the U.S. Presidential election.
Following Second Arrest, Trump NFT Project Says 'NOW' Is Time to Claim Prizes
Just days after Donald Trump became the first U.S. president to be charged with federal crimes, his two-part non-fungible token (NFT) project, Trump Digital Collectible Cards, informed collectors that it was not letting his second arrest stop them from awarding prizes. "The Hash" panel shares their reactions.
Exploring the Value of Trump’s NFT Cards After he Pleaded Not Guilty on Federal Charges
Former U.S. President Donald Trump pleaded not guilty Tuesday to 37 federal criminal charges that he allegedly mishandled classified documents. "First Mover" hosts react and discuss the implications for Trump's NFT collection.
Role of Crypto in Ohio Primary Elections
CoinDesk’s Nikhilesh De discusses the role of crypto in Ohio's primary election as blockchain advocate Rep. Warren Davidson wins the Republican nomination for the state’s 8th Congressional District. Plus, a conversation on Trump-backed J.D. Vance’s Senate Republican primary win and the role crypto could play in upcoming elections throughout the country.
The Mnuchin Files: New Documents Shed Light on Trump-Era Crypto Policy
Through a Freedom of Information Act (FOIA) request, CoinDesk has obtained a 250-page trove of Mnuchin’s crypto-related correspondence during his four years at U.S. Treasury under the Trump administration. “The Hash” panel breaks down the revelations and implications for Biden-era crypto policy.
Freedom of Speech? Trump Sues Social Media Giants Over Censorship
In the latest escalation of former President Donald Trump's years-long battle with Big Tech over free speech and censorship, Trump has sued the CEOs of Facebook, Twitter, and Google. "The Hash" team debates the complicated world of politics and social media, pointing to implications for uncensorable domains on Web 3.0. and consistency in the application of rules by private companies.
Trump: Bitcoin Is A ‘Scam’
Former President Donald Trump said Monday bitcoin seems like a “scam” and that it threatens the U.S. dollar as the world’s reserve currency during an interview with Fox Business’ Stuart Varney. “The Hash” panel discusses Trump’s claim.
