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Trump’s net worth now at $28b for the first time thanks to TRUMP meme coin
According to estimates from blockchain analytics platform Arkham Intelligence, ‘crypto president’ Donald Trump has become $28 billion richer overnight, thanks to the TRUMP meme coin, which brought a 400% increase in his estimated net worth. At $28 per token, and with Trump-affiliated companies CIC Digital LLC and Fight Fight Fight LLC controlling 80% of the […]Cryptopolitan
Sun, Jan 19
Trump memecoin launches NFT collection up to number 4 in global volume
While the TRUMP memecoin has stolen the headline since it launched late on Friday, the Donald Trump NFT collection also quietly posted a 400% surge throughout the day on Saturday. Crypto stakeholders were expecting regulatory clarity and more friendliness toward the industry. Nobody saw him launching a memecoin days before his inauguration. According to reports, […]Cryptopolitan
Sun, Jan 19
Ethereum Whales Control 43% Of Supply – What This Means For Retail Traders
Large holders of Ethereum, also called Ethereum whales, have been on an accumulation trend for a while now, with on-chain data revealing a fascinating increase in their collective holdings. Particularly, data from blockchain analytics firm IntoTheBlock shows that Ethereum whales now hold about 43% o...NewsBTC
Sun, Jan 19
Kraken becomes first US crypto exchange to list TRUMP meme coin as it declines by 35%
Kraken has become the first major US-based crypto exchange to list Official Trump (TRUMP), the Solana-based meme coin launched by self-proclaimed ‘crypto president-’ Donald Trump. According to the company’s official announcement, trading for the controversial token began at 20:15 PM UTC on January 18. But as the token hits Kraken, it also saw a 35% […]Cryptopolitan
Sat, Jan 18
Bitcoin Price Eases Below $104,000 As Market Correction Gains Ground
Bitcoin has dropped below the critical $104,268 level, signaling the start of a market correction after an extended period of bullish performance. This pullback has caught many traders off guard as they had expected BTC’s upward trend to continue. The shift in sentiment is driven by profit-taking, c...Bitcoinist
Sat, Jan 18
Trump faces backlash over TRUMP meme coin launch before inauguration
The current President-Elect of the United States, Donald Trump, has caused much controversy in the crypto space after launching his Official Trump (TRUMP) meme coin on Solana (SOL) two days before the inauguration. The announcement on January 17 through Trump’s Truth Social account stated that the token was for him and his “winning.” The initial […]Cryptopolitan
Sat, Jan 18
Raydium Breaks Key Level Showing Relative Strength – New Highs Next?
Raydium (RAY) has had an exceptionally bullish week, surging over 62% in less than six days and capturing the spotlight in the decentralized exchange (DEX) market. This impressive rally has positioned Raydium as a market leader, with strong momentum that shows no signs of slowing down. The cryptocur...NewsBTC
Sat, Jan 18
Cardano (ADA) advances with Plomin hard fork activation
Cardano (ADA), a popular proof-of-stake (PoS) blockchain, is at a crossroads in the process of developing a decentralized governance system. Input Output Global (IOG), the main firm behind Cardano, confirmed that it will be supporting the Plomin hard fork on the mainnet as of January 18, 2025. According to a tweet, “We’re happy to share […]Cryptopolitan
Sat, Jan 18
Messari Founder Slams Ripple, Calls It A Risk To Trump’s Crypto Plan
The founder of Messari, Ryan Selkis, has generated further controversy by branding XRP and Ripple as an obstruction to the pro-crypto agenda of the Trump government. His criticism emphasizes long-standing disputes in the digital currency space and concentrates on Ripple’s claimed centralizing ...Bitcoinist
Sat, Jan 18
Meme Coin BONK Faces Price Correction: Can Bulls Regain Control?
BONK, the vibrant meme coin, is encountering a price correction after a strong bullish run, raising questions about the future of its uptrend. While natural after a surge, the pullback has prompted speculation on whether bulls can regain control and steer the coin back toward its recent highs. Despi...NewsBTC
Sat, Jan 18
5 Best Cryptos to Buy Before the January 20 Inauguration
The countdown to January 20 is on, and the crypto world is buzzing. With President Trump’s inauguration around the corner, Bitcoin is holding strong, XRP has surpassed Bitcoin in key Coinbase metrics, and anticipation is sky-high. But the spotlight isn’t just on the big names – several altcoins are ...Bitcoinist
Sat, Jan 18
Vitalik Buterin announces big changes to Ethereum Foundation leadership
Ethereum’s creator Vitalik Buterin announced on X today that the Ethereum Foundation (EF) is gonna have some major leadership changes. According to Buterin, the Ethereum Foundation has actually been under restructuring for almost a year, with some updates already public and others still being finalized. Vitalik said the overhaul is also a push to make […]Cryptopolitan
Sat, Jan 18
Bitcoin Funding Rate Remains Bullish As Buyers Dominate Futures Market – Details
Bitcoin experienced a highly volatile yet bullish week, capturing market attention with dramatic price movements. The cryptocurrency dropped to as low as $89,100 on Monday, only to stage an impressive recovery and reach a new local high around $105,900 by Friday. This sharp rebound has reignited inv...Bitcoinist
Sat, Jan 18
6 Meme Coins That May 100x and Follow in DOGE’s Pawprints
Dogecoin is no longer the sus-looking dog meme we once knew it as; it’s now one of the most profitable investment opportunities available to those in the crypto space. With Elon Musk set to take charge as the administerial head of D.O.G.E. (Department of Government Efficiency) and integrate Do...NewsBTC
Sat, Jan 18
Crypto Analyst Predicts When Dogecoin Price Will Hit $3 This Cycle
Dogecoin has cleared the $0.4 mark again after a few days of interesting price inflows that have caused its price to rebound notably from $0.31. This strong upward movement has allowed Dogecoin to reverse the price losses it incurred in the previous week. Related Reading: Dogecoin Open Interest Spik...NewsBTC
Sat, Jan 18
TikTok ban threatens US economy, so president Trump will grant a 90-day extension
TikTok is hanging by a thread in the United States. If it does get banned, it will wipe billions of dollars out of the economy, according to a Jan. 18 report by the Journal. But according to a report by NBC, President Donald Trump, who is stepping into office on Monday, is considering a 90-day […]Cryptopolitan
Sat, Jan 18
TRUMP meme coin sends Solana soaring by 16%, its biggest gain this year
Solana’s SOL token erupted this weekend after the release of a meme coin tied to self-proclaimed ‘crypto president’ Donald Trump. According to data by Coingecko, SOL has increased by more than 16% in the past twenty-four hours, even as Ether plunged by 7%. Earlier, Solana’s gains had hit an intraday high of nearly 23%, making […]Cryptopolitan
Sat, Jan 18
Crypto ETFs Frenzy In 2025? Asset Managers Send An Array Of New Funds To SEC
At the end of 2024, the cryptocurrency industry was projected to undergo a complete transition, especially in relation to traditional finance. And with the imminent inauguration of crypto-friendly Donald Trump, the US regulatory landscape is expected to become a tad more favorable for the industry. ...Bitcoinist
Sat, Jan 18
