Trump to make crypto a priority with executive order
President-elect Donald Trump could sign the executive order on January 20 when he’s sworn in The order may also create a crypto advisory council People familiar with the matter said…
US SEC set to revamp crypto policies under Trump leadership
Commissioners Hester Peirce and Mark Uyeda will hold the majority among the SEC-appointed commissioners The pair could freeze or withdraw non-fraud litigation as early as next week They are likely…
Trump names Bo Hines as executive director of the Crypto Council
Hines will work with David Sacks who Donald Trump named the “White House AI and Crypto Czar” Trump said the two will “create an environment where this industry can flourish”…
Eric Trump praises Bitcoin, predicts it will hit $1M at Bitcoin MENA 2024
Eric Trump has predicted Bitcoin will hit $1M, citing its scarcity and potential. Eric compared Bitcoin’s adoption to email, emphasizing early adopter advantages. Eric lauded Bitcoin as a hedge against…
Donald Trump names David Sacks as “AI and crypto czar”
David Sacks is the former PayPal COO and founder of Yammer, a SaaS company He will work on a legal framework providing the crypto industry with the clarity it wants…
Donald Trump selects pro-crypto Paul Atkins to be the next US SEC chair
Trump picks Paul Atkins, a pro-crypto libertarian, for the SEC chair role. Atkins is expected to provide clearer crypto regulations. Senate confirmation is needed, although Trump could pursue a recess…
Blockchain Association outlines ‘first 100-days’ priorities for Trump
Blockchain Association wants to see the establishment of a crypto regulatory framework as a priority. Trump should appoint a new SEC chair within the first 100 days. Other key areas…
Trump Media eyes Bakkt deal amid crypto expansion: report
Trump Media is looking to acquire Bakkt’s crypto trading business amid plans of expanding into the crypto market. Reports says Bakkt’s custody unit is not part of the advanced talks.…
NYT: Trump reconsiders pro-crypto choices for Treasury Secretary, slows down his selection process
Trump is now considering Kevin Warsh and Marc Rowan for the US Treasury Secretary position Howard Lutnick is reportedly frustrating Trump by spending too much time with him to get…
Trump confirms Musk and Ramaswamy will lead ‘DOGE’ agency to drive out wasteful spending
DOGE aims to “slash excess regulations cut wasteful expenditures” In a statement, Trump said the new agency should finish their work no later than July 4, 2026 Following the news,…