White House Crypto Advisor Bo Hines Steps Down from Role
Executive Director of the White House Crypto Council Bo Hines has stepped down from his role to pursue opportunities in the private sector.
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Senate Democrats Claim Cryptocurrency Bill Will Allow Trump ‘Corruption’
Senate Democrats are attempting to block a cryptocurrency bill by claiming that it could allow President Donald Trump and other conservatives to profit corruptly from the initiative.
Trump Signs Executive Order Banning Central Bank Digital Currencies
President Donald Trump has signed an executive order to prohibit the creation of a “digital dollar” in the form of a central bank digital currency (CBDC).
Trump Nominates Cryptocurrency Advocate Paul Atkins to Lead SEC
President Donald Trump has nominated cryptocurrency advocate Paul Atkins to lead the Securities & Exchange Commission (SEC).
Melania Trump Launches New Digital Series for Growing Blockchain Business
Melania Trump’s latest venture into digital artwork highlights her commitment to her growing blockchain business.
Trump Uses Bitcoin to Buy Burgers at NYC Bar
President Donald Trump stopped off at a bar during a campaign stop in New York City, and in typical fashion, the Republican presidential nominee bought burgers for all the patrons.
Russia Legalizes Bitcoin Payments for International Trade to Counter Sanctions
The Russian government has just taken a significant step in bypassing global sanctions by passing new laws to allow businesses to use Bitcoin for international trade payments.
Trump Campaign Receives $2 Million in Bitcoin from Billionaire Winklevoss Twins
President Donald Trump’s campaign has just received a huge Bitcoin donation from two prominent figures in the cryptocurrency space.
Cryptocurrency Firm Tether Freezes $225 Million in Customer Funds over Human Trafficking Allegations
Cryptocurrency firm Tether has frozen $225 million worth of customer funds over allegations of human trafficking.
IRS to Prioritize Criminal Investigations and Enforcement for Certain Assets
The Internal Revenue Service (IRS) has announced that the federal tax agency is prioritizing criminal investigations and will be increasing enforcement on certain assets.