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US lawmaker reports AERO, GRT, and VELO investments in 2024

[Aug 27 7:57 PM] Georgia Representative Mike Collins previously disclosed purchasing up to $65,000 in ETH, but seems to have moved onto altcoin investments.

AI vs. human leadership: Debate over plan to govern Cheyenne with AI

[Aug 27 1:30 PM] AI technology could drastically reduce inequalities and expand access to services in local and state governments, many believe.

Candidate and AI bot come in 4th in Cheyenne’s mayoral primary

[Aug 21 3:27 PM] The VIC bot and its “meat avatar,” Victor Miller, got 327 votes in Cheyenne, losing a primary election to incumbent Mayor Patrick Collins and two others.

Wyoming mayoral candidate wants to run capital city with AI bot

[Aug 20 7:45 PM] Victor Miller entered the race and now uses a nickname to distinguish himself from the “Virtual Integrated Citizen, The Official Robot” he says is on the ballot.

Solana ETF ‘still in play’ despite Cboe filing removal — VanEck exec

[Aug 19 9:20 PM] VanEck is still advocating for its Solana ETF with regulators, said Matthew Sigel.

Franklin Templeton files S-1 for new crypto index ETF

[Aug 16 9:22 PM] Issuers are lining up for the next wave of cryptocurrency exchange-trade funds.

Texas Senator discloses up to $100K BTC after blockchain endorsement

[Aug 16 6:58 PM] After visiting a Bitcoin mining facility and receiving the endorsement of a blockchain advocacy group, Senator Ted Cruz reported purchasing up to $100,000 worth of BTC in 2023.

NYSE, Nasdaq withdraw 3 more requests for crypto ETF options rule changes

[Aug 16 4:44 PM] Activity keeps heating up around Bitcoin and Ether ETF options.

Exclusive: Fireblocks granted New York charter for crypto custody

[Aug 14 7:00 PM] The charter allows Fireblocks to offer cold-storage custody to US clients.

Crypto could get boost from younger, tech-savvy Harris administration 

[Aug 14 1:30 PM] A Harris administration could be younger and more pragmatic and bring “a fresh perspective toward crypto,” some believe.

Elon Musk Offers to Assist Donald Trump Boost Government Efficiency

[Aug 13 11:30 PM] Tesla and Spacex CEO Elon Musk has offered to assist former U.S. President Donald Trump in managing government spending if Trump is re-elected, proposing the creation of a government efficiency commission. Trump endorsed the idea, praising Musk as…

Grayscale launches investment fund for MakerDAO token

[Aug 13 1:49 PM] Grayscale also launched funds for protocols Bittensor and Sui in August.

IRS updates draft of crypto reporting form for US taxpayers

[Aug 9 9:55 PM] The latest draft form eliminated asking US taxpayers the time of day a crypto transaction occurred and identifying the “broker type.”

Regulators postpone listing decision for Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index ETF

[Aug 9 4:35 PM] If approved, the ETF would be the first US fund to hold a diversified portfolio of spot cryptocurrencies.

Thailand launches regulatory sandbox to test crypto services

[Aug 9 12:08 PM] Thailand has been moving toward a more crypto-friendly stance throughout 2024, approving a Bitcoin ETF, initiating tax breaks for crypto and more.

Franklin Templeton’s tokenized money fund launches on Arbitrum

[Aug 8 2:22 PM] It’s a stamp of approval for the layer 2 from United States regulators.

Blockchain gets down and dirty fighting fraud at California’s DMV

[Aug 8 1:00 PM] It’s not the world’s first chain-based property transfer protocol, but it could be one of the most impactful, given its scale and prominence.

Jump likely shuttered development arm, not trading — 1000x co-host

[Aug 7 9:14 PM] Jonah Van Bourg expects Jump’s quantitative crypto trading business is continuing to operate as before.

Morgan Stanley advisers can officially pitch Bitcoin ETFs

[Aug 7 5:33 PM] For now, the advisory platform is only recommending ETFs from BlackRock and Fidelity.

US Presidential election now a ‘tossup’ — Polymarket

[Aug 7 4:40 PM] Donald Trump still has a slight lead on the betting platform, but Harris is closing in.

Saylor says BTC strategic reserve is ‘Louisiana Purchase’ moment for US

[Aug 6 6:21 PM] Michael Saylor previously forecasted that Bitcoin will reach approximately $13 million per coin by 2045.

Tether reports record-breaking $5.2B profit in first half of 2024

[Jul 31 4:47 PM] Tether said its US Treasury reserve surpasses the size of all but 17 of the world’s governments.

Crypto PACs are spending big on US elections — What it means for the industry

[Jul 31 1:01 PM] Political action committees supporting the cryptocurrency industry are raising hundreds of millions of dollars.

$35T US national debt could bolster Bitcoin’s adoption as ‘hard money’

[Jul 31 11:24 AM] Bitcoin could see a new all-time high due to the looming US federal debt, which surpassed $105,000 for every living person in the country.

Wisconsin unveils tracker to fight crypto fraud and investment scams

[Jul 31 10:24 AM] The Wisconsin Department of Financial Institutions is launching a new scam tracker based on consumer complaints to protect investors from crypto and investment fraud.

China’s crypto ban fails to stop scams as Shaanxi police arrest 4 suspects

[Jul 31 9:38 AM] Mainland China quickly and effectively addresses crypto fraud incidents despite banning crypto transactions a few years ago.

WisdomTree CEO: Crypto ‘is going to go mainstream’

[Jul 29 7:50 PM] Jonothan Steinberg said US presidential contender Donald Trump’s July 27 speech at Bitcoin 2024 promised much-needed regulatory clarity.

Crypto Super PAC Fairshake takes top funding spot, beats MAGA — OpenSecrets

[Jul 29 6:53 PM] The Coinbase-led advocacy group has raised upward of $202 million so far, according to the political donations researcher.

Trump pledges to fire SEC Chair Gary Gensler ‘on day one’ if reelected

[Jul 27 2:44 PM] The Republican candidate laid out a plan for crypto policies should he win in November against prospective Democratic presidential nominee Kamala Harris.

Kamala Harris presents an opportunity for Democrats on crypto, say lawmakers

[Jul 27 11:03 AM] A letter called for the Democratic National Committee to “include pro-digital asset language” in its platform and for Kamala Harris to consider a pro-crypto running mate.