WLFI, a cryptocurrency project linked to the Trump family, has responded to recent allegations made by major news outlets, labeling them as politically charged and inaccurate.
The project released a statement challenging what it called “agenda-driven reporting” and denying any claims made by sources like The Wall Street Journal and Bloomberg.
The controversy stems from a report by Bloomberg, which suggested that WLFI, or World Liberty Financial, had entered discussions with Binance about launching a US dollar-backed stablecoin. However, details on the talks remain unclear, and it’s uncertain whether any formal agreements were made.
In its response, WLFI clarified its mission, asserting that the project is a decentralized finance (DeFi) initiative focused on transforming the global financial system. The statement emphasized WLFI’s commitment to democratizing finance, positioning itself as a forward-thinking player in the space.
Furthermore, WLFI defended its relationships within the blockchain ecosystem, stressing that it partners with top-tier organizations pushing the industry forward. It urged the public to ignore sensational headlines and instead look to the company for accurate and transparent updates.
Adding fuel to the speculation, a report claimed that Binance’s former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), met with Steve Witkoff, a prominent figure behind WLFI, at the Bitcoin MENA 2024 conference in Abu Dhabi, three months after his rehab stint. However, CZ has publicly denied these allegations.
In a move that underscores its ambition to bridge crypto and traditional finance, Ripple is expanding the role of its newly acquired prime brokerage platform, Hidden Road.
HashKey Capital has officially launched Asia’s first XRP Tracker Fund, providing professional investors with regulated exposure to XRP without the need for direct ownership.
After closing 2024 on a high note, the crypto market faced a sharp correction in early 2025. Enthusiasm that had been fueled by a favorable macro backdrop—including Donald Trump’s presidential win and dovish signals from the U.S. Federal Reserve—quickly gave way to uncertainty…
Donald Trump has reignited his attacks on Federal Reserve Chair Jerome Powell, criticizing him for holding off on interest rate cuts despite slowing inflation.