Polymarket, a crypto-powered prediction platform, is under scrutiny from its users after the contentious resolution of a market predicting whether TikTok would be banned.
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Coinbase CEO: Trump’s Crypto Plans Spark Buzz in Crypto, Finance, and Tech
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has highlighted how U.S. President Donald Trump’s crypto agenda has become a central topic of discussion across the crypto industry.
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Nasdaq Seeks In-Kind Creation and Redemption for BlackRock Spot Bitcoin ETF
Nasdaq has submitted a proposal to enable in-kind creation and redemption for the BlackRock iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT).
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Andreessen Horowitz Scales Back UK Operations Amid Trump’s Pro-Crypto Policy Push
Andreessen Horowitz, a prominent venture capital firm, has announced plans to wind down its UK operations, citing U.S. President Donald Trump’s strong pro-crypto policy momentum as a driving factor.
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Kidnapped Ledger Co-Founder David Balland Had His Hand Mutilated in Ransom Plot
David Balland, the former co-founder of Ledger, was kidnapped with his wife in France, enduring a harrowing 48-hour ordeal. Injured during the incident, Balland was freed in a dramatic rescue involving over 90 officers. The case involved a crypto ransom and remains under investigation.
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Crypto Community Voices Policy Changes Needed Under Trump Administration
President Trump unveils crypto policies aimed at regulatory clarity and innovation. Key initiatives include a strategic crypto reserve, regulatory reforms, and a shift from enforcement-led approaches. Industry leaders highlight potential impacts on U.S. Web3 companies, tax relief, and blockchain adoption.
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SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce Says Goodbye to Controversial Crypto Accounting Guidance SAB 121
Vanessa A. Countryman, Secretary of the SEC, confirmed that SAB 122 has officially replaced SAB 121 in the regulatory framework.
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MicroStrategy Faces Potential Tax Burden on Unrealized Bitcoin Gains: Report
With $47B in Bitcoin holdings, MicroStrategy could face billions in federal taxes under U.S. rules taxing unrealized gains. As the IRS evaluates relief options, the firm’s negotiations may influence how cryptocurrency is treated in corporate tax frameworks, setting critical precedents for the industry.
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Ross Ulbricht Offered Thanks to Donald Trump in First Statement Following Pardon: “A Lot to Talk About”
Silk Road creator Ross Ulbricht issued his first statement after being pardoned by Donald Trump, describing his release as a second chance. As the Bitcoin community reacts, questions arise about Ulbricht’s potential role in the crypto industry following his high-profile case involving the darknet marketplace.
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Trump Signs Executive Order to Develop Regulatory Framework for Digital Assets in US
After four days in office, President Trump has signed an executive order banning CBDCs and laying the groundwork for a digital asset regulatory framework. The initiative seeks to position the U.S. as a leader in cryptocurrency innovation while fostering blockchain development.
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