Asset managers have weighed in on Trump’s proposed U.S. bitcoin reserve, reflecting divisions over digital assets in national economic strategy. Asset Managers Divided Over Bitcoin Reserve in Nation’s Bold Strategy Discussions about establishing a U.S. strategic bitcoin reserve have intensified following President Donald Trump’s re-election. Several asset management firms and financial analysts have voiced their […]
Flat Tax Frenzy: Americans Debate Tax Code Overhaul on X
Conversations about adopting a flat tax in the United States are lighting up the social media platform X. 16 Million Words Too Many? Department of Government Efficiency Sparks Flat Tax Debate The debate hit a fever pitch after the Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE), spearheaded by prominent names Elon Musk and Vivek Ramaswamy, floated the […]
Elizabeth Warren’s Anti-Crypto Stance Takes Center Stage in Senate Debate With John Deaton
In a heated debate for the Massachusetts Senate seat, Elizabeth Warren and John Deaton clashed on the future of cryptocurrency, focusing on bitcoin’s role in banking and its regulation. The conversation highlighted stark contrasts in their views on financial stability and consumer protection. Warren vs. Deaton: Senate Candidates Clash Over Views on Crypto John Deaton, […]
Crypto Industry Holds Its Breath as US Election Debate Fails to Clarify Economic Policy
After the first election debate, QCP Capital shared its perspective on how the U.S. election could influence the cryptocurrency market. According to the firm, investors remain cautious as their attention shifts to key macroeconomic indicators and the upcoming election decision. The CEO of Chirp, a decentralized telecommunications network, echoed this sentiment, noting that while the […]
Will Trump and Harris Debate Again? Polymarket Bets Say There’s a 60% Chance
According to Polymarket’s betting odds, there’s a 60% chance we’ll see another debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, even though no additional debates are currently scheduled beyond the one held on Sept. 10, 2024. Bettors Place Their Bets on a Second Trump-Harris Debate Polymarket, a blockchain-driven prediction platform, has people […]
Trump and Harris Neck and Neck After Heated Debate, Polymarket Shows
Following the heated debate between former President Donald Trump and Vice President Kamala Harris, Polymarket data revealed an intense tie between the two from 6 a.m. to 12 p.m. EDT on Wednesday, with each holding a 49% chance of winning. By 2:30 p.m., however, Trump edged ahead by a single percentage point, according to bettors […]
Trump-Harris Debate Expected to Drive Crypto Volatility, QCP Capital Says
QCP Capital notes that the highly anticipated debate between former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris may have a significant impact on the crypto market. Both figures, who are among the most polarizing in recent U.S. political history, are expected to influence price action in the days leading up to the debate. […]
Harris Leads in Debate Betting, But Trump Dominates Swing States, Polymarket Shows
A wager valued at $ 155K on the prediction platform Polymarket is betting on Vice President Kamala Harris emerging victorious in Tuesday’s debate against former President Donald Trump. According to the latest polls, Harris holds a commanding 76% chance of winning, with the data being updated as of 2 p.m. EDT on Monday. Polymarket’s …
Polymarket Bettors Predict 84% Chance of Trump-Harris Debate Before Election
According to the blockchain-based prediction market Polymarket, there is an 84% likelihood that former President Donald Trump and current Vice President Kamala Harris will debate before the election. Trump has shown hesitation to debate Harris until her official nomination, citing significant confusion within the Democratic party. High Stakes: $ 142,846 Wager on Trump-Harris Debate …
Experts Say Dollar Dominance Debate Misses the Point, US Needs Economic Focus
Two experts have explained that the global debate on the future of dollar dominance misses the point because it doesn’t focus on how the dollar’s future will evolve. They warned: “If the U.S. doesn’t keep its house in better order, dollar dominance will be the least of our worries.” Experts Discuss US Dollar’s Dominance Steven […]
Sam Bankman-Fried’s Defense Challenges ‘Super-Villain’ Narrative in Sentencing Debate
In a detailed letter to Judge Lewis Kaplan, the legal representatives for Sam Bankman-Fried, the embattled founder of cryptocurrency exchange FTX, have vehemently argued against the government’s recommendation for a 50-year prison sentence, labeling it as a “medieval view of punishment.” Legal Team Contests Proposed 50-Year Sentence for Sam Bankman-Fried as Unjust and Excessive In […]
SEC Charges Shapeshift With Regulatory Violations, Sparking Debate on Crypto Regulation
The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has leveled charges against Shapeshift AG, accusing the company of operating without proper registration. This case has ignited a broader conversation on the regulatory framework for crypto assets, with SEC Commissioners Hester Peirce and Mark Uyeda voicing their dissent and concerns about the SEC’s current approach toward crypto […]
Former NFL Star Russell Okung’s Crypto Adoption Comments Ignite Bitcoin vs. Stablecoins Debate
Comments on Lightning Network adoption, made by Russell Okung, a former NFL star who is among the first to receive part of his salary in crypto, sparked a discussion that highlighted the opposing opinions of the crypto community about the usage of bitcoin and stablecoins in emerging markets. Russell Okung Ignites Discussion on Bitcoin vs. […]
House Financial Services Committee Members Demand More Time to Debate New Digital Payment Proposal
Leading members of the U.S. House Financial Services Committee, Chairman Patrick McHenry, Subcommittee Chairman French Hill, and Representative Mike Flood, have requested an extension of the public comment period for the CFPB’s proposed rule on digital consumer payment applications. This request centers on the committee’s concerns over the rule’s potential impact on the digital asset […]
‘Controversial’ Bitcoin Proposal to Curb Inscriptions Ignites Fierce Debate, Ends Without Resolution
On Friday, Jan. 5, 2024, the debate surrounding Bitcoin developer Luke Dashjr’s proposal to restrict all varieties of data-bearing transactions concluded as the topic veered into “controversial” territory. Bitcoin Core custodian and Blockstream staff member Andrew Chow terminated the Github dialogue, marking it as a “stalemate discussion.” Intense Dispute Over Bitcoin’s Data-Carrying Transactions Culminates in […]