Bitcoin and Crypto, Promoted by Trump, Brace for Election Volatility

Many crypto investors hope that a victory for Donald Trump could propel the price of Bitcoin to new heights, though a loss could cause a fall.

Business - The New York Times - 9 hours ago

Traders braced for volatility and volume as US election night nears

Banks plan staggered shifts and downtown hotel rooms for suburb dwellers to staff floors around tight race outcome

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Cryptocurrencies rise as investors brace for election results, bitcoin briefly tops $70,000

Cryptocurrencies were higher as investors looked forward to results from the U.S. presidential election.

Business - CNBC - 10 minutes ago

After Trump vs. Harris election, these bitcoin traders expect rally to $100,000

Bitcoin options traders expect limited volatility around the U.S. presidential election on Nov. 5, but anticipate a year-end rally that could carry the crypto as high as $100,000.

Business - MarketWatch - October 14

These two crypto funds will likely do better if Trump wins. Here’s why.

Grayscale Investments’ Digital Large Cap Fund and Bitwise Asset Management’s Bitwise 10 Crypto Index Fund could provide attractive opportunities to bet on Donald Trump’s victory in next month’s ...

Business - MarketWatch - October 18

Election Odds Swing in Trump’s Favor on Polymarket, a Crypto Betting Site

Donald Trump, Elon Musk and CNN have cited election predictions from Polymarket, a betting site where crypto enthusiasts have wagered more than $100 million on who will win the presidency.

Business - The New York Times - October 25

‘Trump Trade’ of Large Tariffs and Deficits Looms as Market Braces for 2024 Election

As investors have focused on the potential fiscal and economic impact of the Republican candidate’s proposals, yields on Treasury debt have risen.

Business - The New York Times - October 25

Ukraine braces for outcome of US elections: ‘We are worried about Trump’

President Volodymyr Zelenskyy has said he ‘no strategy yet’ if Trump wins – other than an appeal to his vanity. On Ukraine ’s frontline, soldiers hold Russian forces at bay with American weapons ...

World - The Guardian - 4 days ago

Trump promotes family’s cryptocurrency tokens

Former President Trump touted his family’s new cryptocurrency tokens, encouraging users to “embrace this incredible technology” in a video message Tuesday. The WLFI tokens, released Tuesday ...

Politics - The Hill - October 16

Bitcoin bulls aim for $90,000 as crypto plays catch-up to MicroStrategy rally

A weekly look at the most important news and moves in crypto, and what’s on the horizon in digital assets.

Business - MarketWatch - October 23

It’s Election Week. Brace Yourselves

The United States will choose between two drastically different futures in the coming days. Here’s what you can expect from WIRED.

Tech - Wired - Yesterday

Bracing for Trump's tariffs

Welcome to The Hill's Business & Economy newsletter {beacon} Business & Economy Business & Economy The Big Story Businesses brace for new Trump tariffs Companies are preparing for a spate of new ...

Politics - The Hill - 5 days ago

Trump’s improving election odds have powered bitcoin to its highest level since July

Bitcoin was posting further gains on Wednesday, reaching as high as $68,390 — its loftiest level since July 29.

Business - MarketWatch - October 16

The bitcoin trader’s Election Day playbook – what to watch as Trump and Harris locked in tight race

The result on Tuesday of what appears to be an exceptionally tight presidential election could play a significant role on bitcoin’s short-term price action.

Business - MarketWatch - 1 hour ago

Trump's crypto coin goes on sale with Election Day just three weeks out

Donald Trump's World Liberty Financial is set to launch its token on Tuesday, but prospective investors have been told little about the project.

Business - CNBC - October 14

A look at crypto's impact on the 2024 election

A new bloc of voters is emerging and they could sway the 2024 race. With one in five Americans owning cryptocurrency, this group's preferences could have an impact in battleground states. ...

Bitcoin hits highest level since July, boosting other coins and crypto-related stocks

The price of bitcoin neared $68,400 on Wednesday, its highest since July, sparking a rally in other cryptocurrencies and related equities.

Business - CNBC - October 17

Historic bitcoin theft tied to Connecticut kidnapping, luxury cars, $500K bar bills

The kidnapping of a Connecticut couple has been linked to one of the biggest thefts of cryptocurrency from an individual in United States history.

Business - CNBC - October 18

BlackRock's ETF chief says 75% of its bitcoin buyers are crypto fans new to Wall Street

Bitcoin ETF inflows surpass $2.1 billion in a week as bitcoin touches highest price level since July.

Business - CNBC - October 18

Corporate America Braces for Trump 2.0

The race for the White House is deadlocked, but business leaders aren’t taking chances, reaching out to the former president to rebuild relations.

Business - The New York Times - October 28

Polls open after Harris and Trump finish their final push

Voting begins in one of the closest presidential contests in recent history

Business - Financial Times - 5 hours ago

Crypto's impact on 2024 election will be 'fascinating to see': Mulvaney

NewsNation political contributor Mick Mulvaney said crypto donations in upcoming elections will be "fascinating."

Politics - The Hill - October 23

Elon Musk promotes election fraud conspiracy theories at Pennsylvania rally

At a town hall near Philadelphia, Elon Musk referenced a false conspiracy theory about Dominion Voting Systems allegedly rigging U.S. elections. He questioned why the systems were used in places ...

Politics - NBC News - October 18

The bond market is rarely this volatile outside of a crisis. Blame the U.S. election.

Options that expire soon after the Nov. 5 point to election jitters roiling bonds

Business - MarketWatch - October 29

UBS smashes forecasts with bumper profit, warns of volatility around U.S. elections

The Swiss bank’s profits were boosted by the ongoing integration of wealth management accounts previously run by its main rival Credit Suisse

Business - MarketWatch - 6 days ago

Investors step up bets that US election will trigger market volatility

Jitters sweep through bond and currency markets before presidential vote

World - Financial Times - 4 days ago

Trump Media closes up 8% after rollercoaster trading session with heavy volume, several halts

DJT trading was halted multiple times as the stock price of the company majority owned by Donald Trump whipsawed.

Business - CNBC - 6 days ago

Trump Media shares halted repeatedly as DJT whipsaws in volatile trading

Trading of Trump Media shares was halted for volatility multiple times Tuesday morning as the company majority owned by Donald Trump ricocheted in early trading.

Trump Media falls nearly 12% as DJT stock pinballs before presidential election

Donald Trump is the majority owner of Trump Media, which owns the Truth Social platform and trades on the Nasdaq as DJT.

Business - CNBC - 4 days ago

‘You stole the election’: Nervous volunteers on frontline of conspiracies

Suspicion about the vote count is pervasive even in small rural communities, where volunteers are preparing for potential violence.

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