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Buyer with ties to Chinese Communist Party got VIP treatment at Trump crypto dinner
Trump launched a so-called meme coin, a type of cryptocurrency, just days before his inauguration. To bolster sales, the president's business partners created a contest in April, offering the coin's top buyers a tour of the White House and a private dinner with Trump at his Virginia golf club. The meme coin dinner engendered strong criticism from Democrats, government watchdogs and even some Republicans about the appearance of monetising the presidency for personal gain.
How cryptos made cash-starved Donald Trump richer by $1 billion in just nine months
Donald Trump made about $1 billion in nine months from crypto projects. These include NFTs, memecoins, and a stablecoin. His net worth increased to $5.6 billion. The ventures helped him with legal costs. World Liberty Financial launched USD1, a stablecoin. The $TRUMP memecoin also generated revenue. This crypto success raises questions about conflicts of interest.
Trump travel ban: Why did he spare Pakistan?
Trump's administration imposed a travel ban on 12 countries, excluding Pakistan. This is a shift from his earlier stance. Previously, Trump criticized Pakistan for harboring terrorists and cut aid. Now, he praises Pakistan and offered to mediate in Kashmir. This change may be linked to deals involving the Trump family and Pakistani entities.
Why did Trump exclude terror-hub Pakistan from travel ban: Brahma Chellaney hints at US' Deep State's anti-India stance
Geostrategist Brahma Chellaney has criticised Donald Trump’s latest travel ban for excluding Pakistan, a known terror hub, while targeting countries like Myanmar where the US reportedly supports rebels. Chellaney argues the decision reflects a US “Deep State” bias that protects strategic partners while punishing others.
Is Trump unveiling a crypto wallet? His associates say yes. His sons say no.
Developers of Trump’s meme coin claimed to partner with Magic Eden to launch the "Official $TRUMP Wallet" for trading digital currencies. However, Donald Trump Jr. stated on X that the Trump family business has no involvement with the crypto product.
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Is Trump's crypto policy opening doors for terror financing in Pakistan?
Pakistan is leveraging cryptocurrency to strengthen ties with Trump administration, amidst concerns over lax anti-money laundering enforcement and potential terror financing risks. Trump's crypto-friendly policies are opening doors for previously scrutinized figures, while Pakistan aims to align with US crypto regulations, potentially circumventing FATF and IMF scrutiny.
SEC Drops Lawsuit Against Binance, a Crypto Exchange
The SEC dismissed its lawsuit against Binance and Changpeng Zhao, signaling a retreat on crypto enforcement. This follows Zhao's guilty plea on money-laundering charges and a broader rollback of SEC regulations under the Trump administration. The Trump family's increasing involvement in the crypto industry, including deals and investments, raises conflict-of-interest concerns amid eased regulations.
Day after being blocked by trade court, Trump's tariffs to remain in effect after appeals court grants stay
A US federal appeals court has temporarily reinstated US President Donald Trump’s broad “Liberation Day” tariffs, just one day after a lower trade court ruled he had unlawfully invoked emergency powers to impose them. While the ruling restores the White House’s leverage for now, legal experts say a longer battle looms. Trump’s administration is expected to pursue alternative authorities if the appeal fails. Businesses and foreign governments remain cautious as tariff-related uncertainty continues to impact trade and global markets.
Vance urges crypto industry to stay involved in politics as he touts Trump administration's record
Vice President JD Vance urged the crypto industry to maintain its political engagement, emphasizing the Trump administration's support for pro-crypto legislation. He highlighted the industry's influence in the recent election and its potential to drive innovation. Vance also noted the strategic importance of U.S.
Trump Media to raise $2.5 billion to invest in bitcoin
Trump Media and Technology Group will raise about $2.5 billion to invest in bitcoin, U.S. President Donald Trump's social media firm said on Tuesday, as it looks to diversify its revenue streams with a push into the financial sector.
Blow to $TRUMP memecoin? JPMorgan, BofA, Citi & Wells Fargo eye joint stablecoin to transform U.S. financial system
U.S. banking giants, including JPMorgan and Bank of America, are exploring a unified stablecoin, signaling a shift toward regulated digital assets. The move could disrupt political tokens like the $TRUMP memecoin and reshape the U.S. crypto landscape.
Who won a seat at Donald Trump's crypto dinner?
The event's invited guests were not known publicly beforehand, even to each other. They were identified only by the pseudonyms they used on the electronic wallets where they kept their $TRUMP meme coins. Most had gained an invitation by becoming one of the top 220 holders of that meme coin over a certain period of time. The Top 25 of those were given VIP status and afforded a more intimate gathering before the dinner and an unofficial tour of the White House on Friday.
Donald Trump attends memecoin gala as protesters slam 'crypto corruption'
Trump launched the memecoin three days before his inauguration in January, quickly increasing his net worth by billions and prompting major, first-of-their-kind ethics questions. The White House downplayed those concerns Thursday, insisting Trump was attending in his "personal time." The president posted on his Truth Social platform ahead of the event that "the U.S.A. is DOMINATING in Crypto, Bitcoin, etc." and pledged to "keep it that way."
Wealthy foreign crypto investors descend on President Trump's golf club for $148 million meme coin dinner
Donald Trump's meme coin dinner drew global attendees. Justin Sun, a crypto billionaire, won the contest. Investors spent millions to attend. Protests erupted outside Trump's club. Trump defended crypto innovators. Democrats criticized Trump's crypto dealings. Senator Warren called the dinner an orgy of corruption. The event concluded with an after-party. The meme coin has sparked controversy.
The crypto industry saw Donald Trump as a champion. Some now fear he's putting personal profits first
Donald Trump's embrace of cryptocurrency, marked by a dinner with top investors in his $TRUMP meme coin, raises ethical questions about conflicts of interest and potential foreign influence. While the crypto industry gains political clout through donations and legislative wins, Trump's personal crypto ventures draw criticism for blurring the lines between public service and private profit.
Doubts over US reliability grow in India after Trump’s diplomatic cover to Pakistan
Doubts over the United States' reliability as a strategic partner have resurfaced in India following US President Donald Trump’s recent actions seen as favourable to Pakistan. Indian strategic circles are frustrated by Trump's perceived diplomatic support for Pakistan, despite its longstanding links with terrorist proxies.
Is the GENIUS Act an answer to Stablecoin regulation in the US? All about first-of-its-kind cryptocurrency legislation
The US Senate has advanced the GENIUS Act, a bipartisan bill aimed at regulating stablecoins, with a 66-32 vote. This significant step towards formal oversight of the digital asset space establishes a regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers. The legislation seeks to balance consumer protection and innovation in the rapidly growing stablecoin market, now approaching $250 billion.
After US cuts funding, WHO chief defends USD 2.1B budget request by comparing it with cost of war
World Health Organization faces financial challenges after funding cuts. The chief urges member countries to support its budget request. The organization plans to raise annual dues and create a pandemic treaty. These steps aim to strengthen WHO's finances and improve pandemic response. The U.S. absence and lack of penalties raise concerns about the treaty's effectiveness.
Trump family’s crypto deals spark White House turmoil, critics warn of a ‘Hunter Biden-style’ scandal brewing in plain sight
Trump’s family is involved in crypto deals that are raising concerns about foreign influence and ethical issues. Critics say it could lead to a scandal, like Hunter Biden’s, affecting trust in the government.
How Trump's crypto business partners left their old clients in the lurch
Jonathan Lopez lost $1 million in Dough Finance due to a hack. Dough's founders, Chase Herro and Zak Folkman, then launched World Liberty Financial with the Trumps. Lopez is suing Herro for fraud.
Wheels and deals: Did Pakistan manage to 'buy' Trump?
During his second term, Donald Trump's stance on Pakistan shifted dramatically, praising the nation and offering to mediate in Kashmir. This change of heart coincided with deals between Pakistani entities and ventures linked to the Trump family, raising concerns about potential influence buying.
Crypto memecoin $TRUMP dinner blurs lines between profit and politics
Launched hours before his January inauguration, the $TRUMP memecoin is only one example of the Trump family's ever-expanding moves into cryptocurrency. Much of the crypto industry frowns upon these coins or tokens, fearing they tarnish the sector's credibility, amid reports of quick pump-and-dump schemes that leave unwitting buyers paying for assets that end up worthless.
The Beachline: Trump Jr’s friend cuts a curious path from Pakistan to Bangladesh via Turkey. Who is he?
Following Operation Sindoor, Trump's even-handed remarks on Pakistan have raised eyebrows, spotlighting Gentry Thomas Beach, a college friend of Donald Trump Jr. Beach, presenting himself as a 'Trump associate,' pledged billions in investments to Pakistan shortly after Trump's inauguration.
$300 million bet? TikTok-connected startup with zero revenue and China links eyes massive stake in Donald Trump’s memecoin
GD Culture Group, a small China-linked tech firm with no revenue last year, plans to invest up to $300 million in $TRUMP memecoin and Bitcoin. The purchase, financed by a stock sale to an unnamed party in the British Virgin Islands, raises conflict of interest concerns given Trump's crypto involvement and potential financial benefit from the memecoin.
Who owns World Liberty Financial, the company that links Pakistan with Trump family
As per official information from WLF, the company is mainly owned by DT Marks DEFI LLC, an entity linked to Donald Trump and certain family members. DT Marks DEFI LLC holds around 60% of the equity in WLF Holdco LLC.
Pakistan strikes deal with Trump family-backed crypto venture
Despite being newly established, the PCC hosted a high-profile delegation from the WLF, led by co-chairman Zachary Witkoff, son of Steve Witkoff, a known associate of Donald Trump. The delegation, which included other WLF executives, was welcomed by senior officials of the Pakistani government.
Donald Trump family Bitcoin company announces plan to go public
American Bitcoin was started in late March, when Trump and his older brother, Donald Trump Jr., announced that they were joining forces with a bitcoin mining firm called Hut 8. Bitcoin mining is a vital branch of the crypto industry, in which major companies, many of them publicly traded, run energy-guzzling data centers to process bitcoin transactions.
Buyers of $TRUMP meme spent $148 million to win dinner with president Trump
The coins surged to $75 after Trump announced them over his Inauguration weekend before falling to a low of $7.50. On Monday, as the contest ended, $TRUMP was trading around $14. The top holder of $TRUMP meme coins on the leaderboard was a wallet called "SUN" with nearly $18.5 million worth of the coin in time weighted holdings.
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