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Trump Administration Proposes Blockchain for USAID Procurement Transparency

[Mar 21 2:30 PM] The Trump administration is proposing a major overhaul of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), including the use of blockchain technology to enhance transparency in its procurement processes, according to a document allegedly…

Elliptic Uncloaks $60B in Illicit Garantex Transactions, Aiding US Takedown

[Mar 7 10:30 PM] The U.S. Secret Service, supported by blockchain analytics firm Elliptic, dismantled sanctioned Russian cryptocurrency exchange Garantex and froze $26 million in cryptoassets, authorities announced Friday. U.S. Secret Service, With…

US Government’s Bitcoin Holdings: A Forensic Timeline of Seizures and Sales

[Mar 7 5:45 PM] Sani, a researcher and owner of timechainindex.com, designed an interactive platform meticulously documenting the timeline of U.S. government-seized bitcoin, leveraging onchain data to trace its accumulation and custodial history. The portal offers…

2025 Epstein Files Contested as Polymarket Bettors Chase the Truth

[Feb 28 2:30 PM] The U.S. Department of Justice’s long-awaited release of the first phase of Jeffrey Epstein-related documents on Feb. 27, 2025, has drawn sharp criticism for containing mostly redacted or previously public information, failing to meet…

Elon Musk’s DOGE Saves Federal Government $1B Daily—Now Gunning for $3B

[Jan 30 1:30 AM] Elon Musk’s Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) claims it’s slashing $1 billion daily by cutting unnecessary hires, DEI programs, and foreign payments—aiming for $3 billion in savings. DOGE’s $1B-a-Day Cuts Are Just the Start—$3B in�

How did Donald Trump deal with crypto during his first term?

[Jan 18 2:00 PM] There were no crypto conference appearances or positive social media posts about digital assets during Donald Trump’s 2016 presidential campaign.

Crypto execs plan Trump inauguration attendance — at a steep price

[Jan 17 4:30 PM] Some industry insiders who spent millions to support the US president-elect’s party and fund his inauguration will likely have a good view of the Capitol Building on Jan. 20.

Trump’s potential Treasury secretary pick ‘sees no reason’ for US CBDC

[Jan 16 8:13 PM] The president-elect cannot officially nominate anyone until after he is inaugurated on Jan. 20, but the US Senate has been holding hearings to question his potential picks.

US Senate Banking Committee chair says crypto framework will be a priority

[Jan 15 4:37 PM] With a Republican majority having taken control of the US Senate in January, Tim Scott said the Banking Committee would have an “open-minded environment” for digital assets.

Malaysia mulls crypto policy after talks with UAE and Binance founder CZ

[Jan 15 11:28 AM] Malaysia is reportedly exploring cryptocurrency regulations after its prime minister held discussions with Abu Dhabi leaders and Binance founder Changpeng Zhao.

President Biden signs executive order to promote AI infrastructure

[Jan 14 5:35 PM] With less than a week until he leaves office, the US president could have signed one of the last executive orders of the more than 150 implemented during his term.

Crypto deregulation under Trump: Promises vs reality

[Jan 13 3:00 PM] The incoming US president will have the authority to enact many policies favorable to crypto users after taking office next week.

US and Canada Bitcoin ETFs: Biggest buyer vs worst loser

[Jan 10 9:00 AM] Canadian spot Bitcoin ETF investors have been flocking to more liquid US alternatives, triggering the largest crypto ETF outflows in Canada’s history.

Polymarket users bet Biden more likely to pardon SBF than Ross Ulbricht

[Jan 9 8:56 PM] The former FTX CEO is currently serving a 25-year sentence awaiting appeal, while the Silk Road founder was sentenced to life in prison in 2015.

Coinbase reportedly informs users of CFTC subpoena involving Polymarket

[Jan 9 9:44 AM] Coinbase may be required to send certain information related to user accounts to the CFTC in response to a subpoena related to Polymarket.

CFTC chair’s final message includes a call for crypto guardrails

[Jan 8 7:46 PM] In what he said would be his last remarks as CFTC chair, Rostin Behnam said he intended to advocate for the commission to address regulatory challenges over digital assets.

Bhutan economic hub to set up strategic crypto reserve

[Jan 8 10:58 AM] Bhutan’s Gelephu Mindfulness City wants to set up a strategic reserve with several established cryptocurrencies.

US crypto excitement akin to ‘space race’ under Trump: TRM Labs exec

[Jan 7 5:15 AM] “We’re seeing people up and down the Cabinet who have been supportive of digital assets, innovation, and AI,” said TRM Labs’ Ari Redbord.

Polymarket users bet on Canadian PM resigning amid reports he steps back

[Jan 6 3:39 PM] Many news outlets are reporting that Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau could announce his resignation at a Jan. 6 press conference.

Members of US Congress backed by crypto PACs to take office on Jan. 3

[Jan 2 4:59 PM] Interest groups suggested that a majority of lawmakers in the US House of Representatives would be “pro-crypto” after the 2024 election.

Russia bans crypto mining for 6 years in 10 regions

[Dec 24, 2024 8:17 AM] Russia’s key crypto mining regions like Irkutsk will enforce seasonal mining restrictions instead of originally proposed complete bans.

Shut It Down — AI Exposes Hidden Pork in Congress’s Controversial Spending Package

[Dec 19, 2024 3:40 PM] According to reports, the U.S. government is teetering on the brink of yet another shutdown, with the funding deadline looming large on Dec. 20, 2024. The proposed funding bill has stirred up quite the controversy, packed as it is with what many…

South Korean prosecutors seek 6 months for lawmaker who allegedly hid crypto

[Dec 18, 2024 5:10 PM] National Assembly member Kim Nam-kuk left South Korea’s Democratic Party in 2023 after allegations of cashing out $4 million in crypto holdings.

US lawmakers cancel session to consider Caroline Crenshaw’s nomination

[Dec 17, 2024 6:40 PM] The update to the calendar makes it unlikely lawmakers will be able to vote on the SEC commissioner’s nomination before the next session of Congress.

Canada’s finance minister resigns, citing ‘serious challenges’ from US

[Dec 16, 2024 3:11 PM] Chrystia Freeland said she would remain a member of Canada’s parliament but had resigned from Prime Minister Justin Trudeau’s cabinet.

Japanese lawmaker ‘Satoshi’ questions gov’t plans for Bitcoin reserve

[Dec 13, 2024 7:01 PM] Satoshi Yamada asked the Japanese government whether it could "convert part of its foreign exchange reserves" into Bitcoin or another token.

French Hill to chair House Financial Services Committee in 2025

[Dec 12, 2024 9:53 PM] Pro-crypto Arkansas Representative French Hill has taken leadership of the House committee crucial to molding crypto policy in Donald Trump’s administration.

Interest groups call on US Senate to confirm Caroline Crenshaw to SEC

[Dec 12, 2024 9:26 PM] A letter sent to the Senate signed by more than 40 organizations suggested that Donald Trump might not abide by tradition and nominate Democrats to the SEC at all.

Texas lawmaker proposes bill to establish strategic Bitcoin reserve

[Dec 12, 2024 7:41 PM] The draft legislation suggested that Texas residents could fund the Bitcoin reserve through voluntary donations.

Sherrod Brown’s final committee message includes a crypto warning

[Dec 11, 2024 9:58 PM] In likely his last committee hearing before leaving office in January, the Ohio senator suggested a looser approach to digital assets could only benefit the “corporate elite.”