Trump-backed crypto bank joins stablecoin wars with new dollar-pegged token

The USD1 stablecoin is the latest of Trump’s crypto ventures an addition to the fastest growing sector of the crypto economy.

CNBC - 3d

Banks and fintechs join ‘stablecoin gold rush’

Bank of America and Stripe target market for payments in cryptocurrencies

Financial Times - Mar. 10

Trump says crypto will 'unleash an explosion of economic growth'

President Trump offered praise for the crypto world Thursday, suggesting the industry will “unleash an explosion of economic growth.” “Pioneers like you will be able to improve our banking and ...

The Hill - Mar. 20

Coinbase to make comeback in India as opposition to crypto eases

Central bank has long opposed digital coins but Modi government is now more open after Trump's endorsement

Financial Times - Mar. 11

Leaders Discuss Digital Asset Future at Trump’s Crypto Summit

Crypto experts and Trump discussed building a strategic reserve containing bitcoin.

Inc. - Mar. 9

At Crypto Summit, Trump Says U.S. Will Be ‘the Bitcoin Superpower’

The first-of-its-kind event at the White House with top crypto executives showcased the president’s embrace of the once-renegade industry.

The New York Times - Mar. 8

Trump’s Crypto Venture Introduces a Stablecoin

World Liberty Financial, the crypto business created by President Trump and his sons, unveiled a cryptocurrency called a stablecoin, furthering his ties to an industry his administration regulates.

The New York Times - 3d

Trump’s Crypto Venture Introduces a Stablecoin

World Liberty Financial, the crypto business created by President Trump and his sons, unveiled a cryptocurrency called a stablecoin, furthering his ties to an industry his administration regulates.

The New York Times - 3d

Trump’s Crypto Venture Introduces a Stablecoin

World Liberty Financial, the crypto business created by President Trump and his sons, unveiled a cryptocurrency called a stablecoin, furthering his ties to an industry his administration regulates.

The New York Times - 3d

An Elon Musk stablecoin? Democrats warn of a Big Tech crypto takeover.

Stablecoin bill could lead to a “privatization of the dollar,” according to crypto skeptic Sen. Elizabeth Warren.

MarketWatch - Mar. 12

Crypto payments company MoonPay looks to compete with Stripe with Iron stablecoin acquisition

MoonPay, a leading crypto payments company, has acquired Iron, an API-driven startup specializing in stablecoin infrastructure.

CNBC - Mar. 13

Trump could be a catalyst for a global pro-crypto shift, Binance CEO says

Binance CEO Richard Teng said he expects Trump's "pro-crypto" legislation in the U.S. to spur regulators in other parts of the world to follow suit.

CNBC - Mar. 13

Crypto's long battle with SEC comes to a close with Ripple victory

Ripple said this week that the SEC had officially dropped its four-year-old lawsuit against the company, ending a long battle between the regulator and crypto.

CNBC - Mar. 22

Crypto Exchanges Kraken and Gemini Plan to Go Public Under Trump’s Deregulatory Agenda

With lawsuits dropped, the lanes are opening up for crypto companies to become part of the public markets.

Inc. - Mar. 13

After a college football career and 2 failed House races, Bo Hines is helping steer U.S. crypto policy

With David Sacks as his boss and Trump’s full backing, Bo Hines has a central role in U.S. crypto policy.

CNBC - Mar. 21

First-ever White House crypto summit leaves some investors unhappy

The White House hosted its first-ever “crypto summit” Friday, convening top executives from various digital asset firms to discuss the Trump administration’s commitment to rolling back the ...

NBC News - Mar. 7

Oversight Democrats launch review of crypto reserve 'poised to enrich' Trump

House Oversight Democrats are encouraging President Trump to abandon his plans for a crypto reserve, calling it a strategy to enrich himself at taxpayer expense. The reserve, announced by Trump ...

The Hill - Mar. 13

The SEC has disarmed. Now it’s time for crypto to ‘deliver on its promises.’

The crypto industry continues to rack up wins in Washington, with Ripple Labs CEO Brad Garlinghouse announcing on X on Wednesday that the Securities and Exchange Commission will drop its appeal of ...

MarketWatch - Mar. 19

I Went Undercover in Crypto’s Answer to ‘Squid Game.’ It Nearly Broke Me

I spent 10 days competing in Crypto: The Game, a winner-takes-all contest where hundreds of players try to finesse and backstab their way to claiming a $140,000 cryptocurrency prize.

Wired - 3d

White House crypto czar says public has 'lost out on over $17 billion'

Crypto czar David Sacks argued taxpayers have lost out on billions because earlier administrations never took advantage of bitcoin in the government's possession.

ABC News - Mar. 7

David Sacks sold $200 million in crypto-related holdings before taking White House job, ethics memo says

The White House memo revealed that AI and Crypto Czar David Sacks divested over $200 million in digital asset-related investments.

CNBC - Mar. 14

Crypto super PACs pump cash into Florida as GOP faces risk of thinning House majority

The crypto industry is pouring money into two Florida House races that could have a big impact on the Republican Party's ability to hold its slim majority.

CNBC - Mar. 21

Bank of England dilutes stress test scenario for lenders

Central bank opts for smaller inflation surge and milder global GDP drop in its modelling requirements

Financial Times - 5d

Buccaneers re-sign DL Eric Banks

Defensive lineman Eric Banks wasn't able to get on the field for the Buccaneers last season, but he'll give it another shot in 2025.

Yahoo Sports - 1d

Banks are feeling the strain as lower-income consumers struggle with inflation and tariff chaos

Banks are seeing lower credit-card spending, while delinquencies are rising.

MarketWatch - Mar. 14

Trump set to nominate Michelle Bowman as Fed’s top bank supervisor

President Donald Trump is set to nominate Federal Reserve Governor Michelle Bowman to be the central bank’s top bank supervisor, a White House official confirmed to MarketWatch.

MarketWatch - Mar. 12

David Sacks sold $200M in crypto-related holdings before taking White House job, ethics memo says

David Sacks, the Trump administration’s AI and crypto czar, sold over $200 million worth of digital asset-related investments personally and through his firm, Craft Ventures, before starting the ...

NBC News - Mar. 14

Senate Banking panel advances stablecoin bill

The Senate Banking Committee voted Thursday to advanced legislation to create a regulatory framework for payment stablecoins. The movement on the GENIUS Act marks a key win for the Trump ...

The Hill - Mar. 13

Thousands displaced as Israel continues fighting in West Bank

As the ceasefire in Gaza remains shaky, Israel is still carrying out what it calls Operation Iron Wall in the West Bank. The fighting has displaced thousands and could last for a year, Israel's ...

CBS News - Mar. 16

US tariffs could extend Germany's recession, says bank

Germany's central bank president says US tariffs and retaliation to them could tip Europe's largest economy into recession again.

BBC News - Mar. 13

U.S. tariffs could thrust Germany into recession, central bank governor says

Ongoing U.S. tariffs could push Europe's largest economy into a recession, German central bank President Joachim Nagel warned.

CNBC - Mar. 13

Detained British bank analyst awaiting verdict in Saudi Arabia

Former Bank of America contractor Ahmed al-Doush was arrested while on a trip last year

Financial Times - Mar. 22

Farage and NatWest settle dispute over bank account closure

The agreed settlement comes almost two years after the Reform UK leader had his bank account with Coutts closed.

BBC News - 2d

Swiss National Bank makes quarter-point interest rate cut, cites 'low inflationary pressure'

Switzerland's central bank on Thursday announced its latest interest rate decision.

CNBC - Mar. 20

USDA cuts funding for school, food bank programs

The U.S. Department of Agriculture is cutting two pandemic-era programs that provide more than $1 billion combined in federal funding for schools and food banks to buy food directly from local ...

CBS News - Mar. 13