Bitcoin ETFs Surge with $1B Inflows
@BlackRock’s Bitcoin ETF led a record-breaking inflow of over $1 billion into Bitcoin and Ethereum spot ETFs, highlighting strong institutional interest in $BTC and $ETH (Jan 2024). #Breaking #Crypto $BTC (+8) ↗
Crypto: Russian Jailed for Ukraine Aid
A Russian man has been sentenced to seven years in prison for financially aiding the Ukrainian military through cryptocurrency, following an investigation by Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) under treason charges. #Breaking #Legal $BTC (-8) ↘
Tether Ties Questioned by Sen Warren
Howard Lutnick, @CantorFitz CEO and Donald Trump’s Commerce Secretary, faces scrutiny over ties with $USDT issuer Tether amid regulatory concerns raised by Senator Elizabeth Warren. Tether’s operations under investigation for potential AML violations. #Breaking #Legal $USDT (-9) ↘
Bitcoin Anticipates Trump Inauguration Buzz
President-elect Donald Trump is reportedly prioritizing cryptocurrency, with speculation of a policy announcement as Bitcoin ($BTC) holds above $100,000. A blockchain address linked to Trump’s World Liberty Finance acquired nearly $10 million in ETH this week. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC (+8) ↗
SEC Charges Digital Currency Group Fraud
The SEC has charged @DCGco and former Genesis CEO Michael Moro with misleading investors about the impact of Three Arrows Capital’s collapse, resulting in a $38.5 million settlement without admitting guilt. #Breaking #Legal @DCGco (-9) ↘
Crypto Scandal: Godfather LA Cop Guilty
Adam Iza, founder of @Zort, and LASD deputy Eric Chase Saavedra have pleaded guilty to tax and civil rights violations, highlighting significant legal breaches within law enforcement circles. #Breaking #Legal @Zort (-9) ↘
Trump Memecoin Surges to $2.95 Billion Market Cap
Donald Trump’s social media accounts announce the launch of an “official” memecoin on the Solana network, quickly achieving a $2.95 billion market cap. The coin’s website is linked to CIC Digital LLC, with 80% of coins locked for future release. #Breaking #Crypto $SOL (+9) ↗
Trump Memecoin Debuts on Solana Blockchain
Donald Trump, now the 47th U.S. President, launched his meme coin, $TRUMP, on the Solana blockchain with a market valuation of $17.4 billion within 24 hours, signaling a shift in crypto policy focus. #Breaking #Crypto $TRUMP (+9) ↗
Trump Memecoin Surges Makes Millionaires Fast
Donald Trump’s official memecoin, $TRUMP, surged to a $2 billion market cap with $3 billion in trading volumes within hours of launch, amid confusion over its legitimacy. #Breaking #Crypto $TRUMP (+9) ↗
SEC Sues Elon Musk for Violation
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has filed a lawsuit against Elon Musk, alleging he failed to disclose his purchase of over 5% of Twitter shares before acquiring the platform, leading to economic harm for investors. #Breaking #Legal @SECGov (-9) ↘
FDIC Controversy: Lummis Threatens Action
Senator Cynthia Lummis has demanded the FDIC preserve documents related to Operation Choke Point 2.0 amid allegations of document destruction and anti-crypto actions, warning of possible DOJ referrals for obstruction. #Breaking #Legal #FDIC (-8) ↘
Trump Plans Crypto Order Day One
President-elect Donald Trump plans to issue a crypto-related executive order on his first day in office, designating digital assets as a national priority and potentially creating a Bitcoin stockpile. #Breaking #Crypto $BTC (+9) ↗
Crypto Surge XRP Solana Soar on Rumors
Solana ($SOL) and XRP surged in price following reports that President-elect Donald Trump is considering an “America First” strategic crypto reserve, potentially including $SOL, $XRP, and USDC. Both assets outperformed the market on Thursday. #Breaking #Crypto $XRP (+9) ↗
SEC Charges DCG Genesis Execs Fraud
The SEC has charged @DCGco and Genesis executives, including former CEO Soichiro Moro, for misleading investors about financial stability post-3AC collapse. DCG agreed to a $38 million fine, marking significant legal repercussions. #Breaking #Legal (-9) ↘