In a June 2023 event, former President Donald Trump surprised many by embracing a new role - completely different from his previous stance.
Tech executive Trevor Traina, present at the fundraiser, shared with Reuters that Trump now portrays himself as the potential “crypto president” – a title he wouldn’t have embraced during his earlier presidency.
During his first term, Trump had expressed strong skepticism about cryptocurrencies, stating in 2019 tweets that he viewed Bitcoin and others as volatile assets, not real money, and based on speculative value.
His stance appeared consistent until at least 2021, when he referred to Bitcoin as potentially fraudulent on Fox Business, emphasizing the need for stringent regulations in the industry.
However, as the 2024 election approaches, Trump’s perspective has markedly shifted.
Earlier this year, he indicated to CNBC that he was reconsidering his stance on cryptocurrencies, and by May, he asserted that the United States should strive to lead the global crypto industry.
Top executives at two of America’s biggest banks are continuing to cash out large portions of their personal stock holdings.
Arkansas City has officially canceled its planned crypto mining project following intense opposition from residents and key stakeholders.
As global sanctions continue to isolate Russia from traditional financial networks, the country’s top financial bodies — the Central Bank and the Ministry of Finance — are preparing to launch a government-backed cryptocurrency exchange.
Following the April 14 exploit that disrupted operations, KiloEx has revealed a compensation plan for impacted users. The plan covers three core groups: traders, Hybrid Vault stakers, and VIP users.