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Libra’s Co-Creator Claims TRUMP Team Sold Tokens to Insiders With ‘Special Access’
[Feb 17 3:30 PM] Hayden Davis, one of the four identified co-creators of Libra, Javier Milei’s endorsed token, has stated he was informed by unidentified parties that Trump insiders were given early purchase access to the token before its market launch. In a…
Don’t Trust, Verify: Senator Rand Paul Proposes an Audit of Fort Knox’s Gold
Going Down the Rabbit Hole: Who Might Really Be Behind Libra and Its Links With MELANIA
[Feb 17 9:30 AM] The Bubblemaps team has unraveled the onchain trail linking the people behind Libra, the token endorsed by Argentine President Javier Milei, with MELANIA, another well-known meme token. Libra Comes Under Scrutiny: Bubblemaps Reveals the MELANIA…
SEC Seeks New Voices for Advisory Committee Amid Crypto Pivot
[Feb 17 12:30 AM] The SEC is seeking candidates for its Investor Advisory Committee, emphasizing investor protection and regulatory priorities as it shifts toward a more pro-crypto stance under new leadership. Investor Advisory Committee to Shape SEC Policies—Who…
SEC Seeks More Time in Coinbase Battle as Crypto Rules Shift
[Feb 16 8:30 PM] The SEC seeks a 28-day extension to respond to Coinbase’s appeal, citing ongoing crypto regulatory reviews. With a leadership shift under Trump, the agency’s stance on crypto is evolving. SEC Requests Extension in Coinbase Appeal The U.S…
President Trump Declares the Death of De-Dollarization With Tariffs at the Frontline
[Feb 16 6:40 PM] Trump believes that by using tariffs as a weapon, he can safeguard the current U.S. dollar’s status as the world reserve currency and stop de-dollarization. So far, this has been proven right in a limited way. Trump States That Countries Have…
FBI Saves 4,300 Crypto Victims, Stopping $285M in Devastating Losses
[Feb 16 4:30 AM] The FBI’s Operation Level Up has saved over 4,300 potential victims from losing $285 million to cryptocurrency scams, preventing life-altering financial losses and exposing fraudulent platforms. Operation Level Up: Inside the FBI’s Mission to…
US Lawmaker Blasts Trump’s Meme Coin, Accuses Elon Musk’s DOGE of Gutting Consumer Protections
White House’s Crypto Council Gears up for Major Moves—Crypto Czar David Sacks Signals Big Changes
[Feb 16 12:30 AM] The White House’s crypto czar and Crypto Council are driving a market-shifting overhaul, with top officials coordinating and imminent moves set to redefine digital asset regulation. Crypto Czar David Sacks Signals a Market-Altering Crypto Overhaul…
US May Lift Russian Sanctions if Ukraine Talks Progress, Expert Says
[Feb 14 3:30 AM] The U.S. may lift sanctions on Russia if Ukraine negotiations progress, an expert says, as the Trump administration commits to immediate diplomatic talks amid shifting global economic alliances. Potential US Sanctions Relief on Russia Amid Ukraine…
Trump and Putin Discuss Ukraine, US Dollar, and Cooperation: ‘We Agreed to Work Together’
[Feb 14 1:30 AM] Donald Trump has announced a game-changing dialogue with Vladimir Putin, agreeing to fast-track Ukraine peace talks, plan mutual visits, and launch immediate high-level negotiations. Trump: ‘We Agreed to Work Together, Very Closely, Including…
Grand Theft Crypto: Family Kidnapped for $15 Million Ransom in Chicago
[Feb 13 11:30 PM] Recently unsealed court records indicate that a family was kidnapped by a group of six individuals in Chicago last November. Kidnappers asked for a $15 million ransom in cryptocurrency before releasing the family near a dry cleaning business…
Former SEC Chief Talks Dismantling of Crypto Enforcement: ‘C’est La Vie and to the Moon’
[Feb 13 5:50 PM] John Reed Stark, former SEC Chief of Internet Enforcement, stated that the recent pause in the case against Binance marks the start of the dismantling of the crypto initiatives in the commission, which will take a more relaxed and limited approach…
NC’s Crypto Investment Bill Advances, Bringing Digital Assets Closer to Public Portfolios
[Feb 13 3:30 AM] North Carolina is set to modernize its investment strategy with a bill allowing the State Treasurer to allocate funds to digital asset products, signaling a shift toward blockchain-based finance. North Carolina Considers Crypto Investments for…
20 US States Push Bitcoin Reserve Bills, Potentially Igniting a $23 Billion BTC Buying Frenzy
[Feb 13 2:30 AM] Lawmakers in 20 U.S. states are pushing bitcoin reserve bills that could inject $23 billion (247K BTC) into the market, according to Vaneck’s head of digital assets research, who calls the estimate conservative. 20 State Bitcoin Bills Could…
Trump Nominates Crypto Advocate to Lead CFTC, Backed by Industry Leaders
[Feb 13 1:30 AM] Brian Quintenz, Head of Policy at Andreessen Horowitz’s (a16z) crypto division and a fierce champion for crypto innovation, has been nominated by Donald Trump to lead the CFTC. Trump’s CFTC Pick Brian Quintenz Praised for Pro-Crypto Stance and…
SEC and Binance Agree to Pause Lawsuit Amid Regulatory Changes
[Feb 13 12:30 AM] The SEC and Binance have agreed to pause their lawsuit for 60 days as regulators craft new crypto rules, a move that could reshape digital asset oversight in the U.S. SEC and Binance Reach Agreement to Pause Lawsuit for Regulatory Review The U.S…
Bitgo Plans Potential IPO by H2 2025, Aiming to Strengthen Its Position in Crypto Custody Market
[Feb 12 11:30 AM] Crypto custody platform Bitgo might be planning to go public with an initial public offering (IPO) by the second half of 2025, according to Bloomberg, which cited sources familiar with the matter. While the California-based company is already in…
Federal Court Bans My Big Coin Founder, Orders $7.6M Restitution
[Feb 12 4:30 AM] A Florida man must repay over $7.6 million after deceiving investors with a fake cryptocurrency, using their funds for luxury goods instead of promised assets. Cryptocurrency Fraudster Ordered to Repay Millions A federal court has ruled that…
Fed Chair Confirms US Won’t Launch Digital Dollar Under His Watch
[Feb 12 1:30 AM] Fed Chair Jerome Powell has confirmed that the Federal Reserve will not pursue a central bank digital currency, backing legislative efforts and an executive order blocking its creation. Powell Shuts Down CBDC Fears With One Word Federal Reserve…
Fed ‘Struck’ by De-Banking Surge—Powell Promises a Fresh Look
[Feb 11 6:30 PM] Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell has admitted a rise in de-banking cases, stating he is “struck” by the trend and pledging a “fresh look” at the issue. Powell Admits Growing Cases of De-Banking—Will the Fed Finally Take Action? Federal Reserv
Man Pleads Guilty in Fake SEC Bitcoin ETF Approval Announcement Case
[Feb 11 1:30 PM] Eric Council pleaded guilty to aggravated identity theft and access device fraud charges, acknowledging his involvement in the attack that caused a surge in bitcoin prices due to a fake SEC announcement of a bitcoin ETF approval. Man Pleads Guilty…
The Death of the Penny: Trump Orders U.S. Treasury to Stop Minting One-Cent Coins
Florida Bill Proposes Investing Up to 10% of State Funds in Bitcoin
[Feb 10 3:30 AM] Florida is moving to integrate bitcoin into its financial strategy, with a new bill proposing the state invest public funds in cryptocurrency as a hedge against inflation. Florida Explores Bitcoin Adoption for State Reserves Florida State Senator…
Texas Bitcoin Reserve Bill Moves Forward in Legislative Process
[Feb 10 12:30 AM] Texas is advancing plans for a strategic bitcoin reserve, aiming to strengthen its financial security, encourage community investment, and reinforce its role in digital asset innovation. Bitcoin Reserve Bill Progresses in Texas Legislature The…
Ye Reveals He Was Proposed to Fake a Meme Coin Hack, Denies Having Interest in Crypto
[Feb 9 10:30 AM] Kanye West revealed that he received a proposal to fake the launch of a meme coin associated with his name and later claim that his social media account was hacked. The performer stated that he rejected this offer and ceased working with the…
Enron Token Crashes Hard, CEO Takes Polygraph Test to Deny Involvement
[Feb 9 8:30 AM] Enron alleges that it had no involvement in the crash of its token, which was launched on February 4. Enron CEO Connor Gaydos sat with a retired FBI agent to take a polygraph test to clarify the situation. Enron CEO Takes Polygraph Test to Deny…
Ripple: Congress Crypto Clarity Push Is ‘100% a Big Deal’—A Shift Like Never Before
[Feb 8 2:30 AM] Top U.S. lawmakers have pledged to pass crypto legislation, marking an unprecedented shift toward regulatory clarity. Ripple calls it “100% a big deal” amid industry optimism. Ripple Says ‘100% a Big Deal’—Congress Makes Historic Move for Crypto
Franklin Templeton’s Crypto Index ETF Edges Closer to SEC Approval
[Feb 8 1:40 AM] Franklin Templeton’s crypto ETF is set to offer institutional investors regulated exposure to bitcoin and ether, pending SEC approval, with secure custody and no staking risks. Franklin Crypto Index ETF Awaits SEC Approval, Plans to Trade on Cboe…