Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin warns against “political coins” like MELANIA and TRUMP, labeling them as potential vehicles for political bribery. He urges the crypto sector to focus on sustainable capital allocation mechanisms. #Update #Crypto $ETH (-3) ↘
The GOP-led House Oversight Committee has launched an investigation into alleged unlawful debanking practices targeting crypto companies, dubbed ChokePoint 2.0, focusing on claims of financial exclusion against political opponents and disfavored industries like crypto and blockchain. #Breaking #Legal @Coinbase (-8) ↘
ECB board member Piero Cipollone has urged the acceleration of a digital euro launch, responding to President Trump’s executive order promoting dollar-backed stablecoins, which threatens traditional banking systems. #Update #Crypto (+7) ↗
@SemlerScientific has increased its convertible senior notes offering to $85 million, with plans for further Bitcoin investment, reflecting a growing trend among institutions. The company granted an option to purchase an additional $15 million in notes. #Update #Crypto (+5) ↗
French police rescued @Ledger co-founder David Balland and his wife from kidnappers demanding cryptocurrency ransom, with GIGN leading the operation. Ten suspects were arrested, and part of the ransom was confiscated. #Breaking #Legal (+8) ↗
@TacoBell and @KFC are integrating DePIN devices to enhance operational efficiency and customer satisfaction, signaling a strategic shift in fast food franchises towards decentralized technologies. #Update #Tech (+4) ↗
Crypto analyst @XRPMeesku predicts $XRP could hit $20, driven by potential US banking adoption and legal resolutions with the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC). Currently trading at $3.1, the altcoin shows bullish momentum. #Update #Crypto $XRP (+6) ↗
@MicroStrategy plans to redeem $1.05 billion in convertible notes due to potential tax implications from the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax, which could impact its substantial GAAP earnings from Bitcoin holdings. #Update #Legal $BTC (-3) ↘
Ethereum’s price surged 6% to $3,406.33 following Donald Trump’s executive order to build a national digital asset stockpile, sparking hopes for ETH’s inclusion in US reserves and potential rally to $10,000. @WorldLibertyFin acquired 3,079 ETH, totaling 74,228 ETH holdings. #Update #Crypto $ETH (+7) ↗
MicroStrategy (@MicroStrategy) faces a potential $2.7 billion tax liability due to the Corporate Alternative Minimum Tax from the Inflation Reduction Act, impacting its Bitcoin strategy as crypto assets remain taxable under CAMT. #Breaking #Legal $BTC (-8) ↘
David Balland, co-founder of @Ledger, was rescued in France after being kidnapped for crypto ransom; police freed him and his wife, highlighting rising crime against crypto figures. #Breaking #Legal (+8) ↗
Ethereum founder Vitalik Buterin criticizes politician-issued cryptocurrencies as “perfect bribery vehicles,” highlighting concerns over passive value increases and foreign influence. His comments follow the launch of Solana-based TRUMP and MELANIA meme coins, prompting calls for investigation. #Breaking #Crypto $TRUMP (-8) ↘
Donald Trump’s election win has sparked bullish crypto sentiment, with @MorganStanley exploring market expansion and regulatory changes. Four top presales include $WEPE, $SOLX, $MIND, and $YTP offering significant returns. #Update #Crypto $WEPE (+6) ↗
@UTXOManagement, in partnership with Sora Ventures, has acquired a majority stake in HK Asia Holdings Limited to enhance its strategic investments in Bitcoin and Web3 within Hong Kong’s financial ecosystem. #Update #Crypto (+4) ↗
