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The Untold Winners of the Trump Memecoin Frenzy
When US president Donald Trump launched his own cryptocurrency, he sparked a trading frenzy. A constellation of little-known crypto platforms quietly profited.Wired - 12h -
Heavyweight hedge fund Elliott says Trump administration driving a crypto frenzy
One of the most powerful hedge funds on Wall Street has reportedly criticized the Trump administration for helping drive a frenzy around cryptocurrencies that could ultimately harm investors.MarketWatch - 5d -
Early Investors in Donald Trump’s Memecoin May Have Been Tipped Off, Experts Claim
Within moments of Donald Trump announcing his new coin, traders made high-value bets that quickly paid off. Did they have an edge?Wired - 6d -
What would Karl Marx make of memecoins?
While Marx never used the term “late-stage capitalism,” his prediction of frequent crises in capitalism has certainly come true.The Hill - Jan. 29 -
In Slovakia, a frenzy of cultural repression is under way, as we turn back to Soviet times
It is chilling to witness Robert Fico’s purge of state-run arts institutions – and the country’s steady creep to authoritarianism. Monika Kompaníková is a Slovakian journalist and novelist In ...The Guardian - Jan. 29 -
Quantum TikTok + Memecoin Mania + Chris Hayes on the Attention Wars
“We are starting to see how Silicon Valley wants to do business during the Trump administration.”The New York Times - Jan. 24 -
Ocasio-Cortez: Second Trump term 'billionaire feeding frenzy,' 'kiss a‑‑ race'
Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.) said Tuesday that the second term for President Trump is a “billionaire feeding frenzy” and “kiss a‑‑ race.” During “The Weekly Show” podcast hosted by ...The Hill - Jan. 23 -
Crypto executives fear investor backlash over Trump memecoins
Industry trying to rebuild its reputation frets over potential conflicts of interest and investor lossesFinancial Times - Jan. 22 -
Trump's crypto-frenzied inauguration weekend makes first family billions of dollars richer
Donald Trump launched a meme coin Friday night, while many of his backers were partying at the Crypto Ball in Washington, D.C.CNBC - Jan. 20 -
The Trump Memecoin’s ‘Money-Grab’ Economics
When he launched his own cryptocurrency, Donald Trump produced unimaginable wealth from thin air. But it will come at a cost to someone.Wired - Jan. 20 -
What’s the value of Trump’s new memecoin?
Crypto-offerings from the president and his family have worth, but not necessarily the financial kindFinancial Times - Jan. 20 -
Cattle Gallstones, Worth Twice as Much as Gold, Drive a Global Smuggling Frenzy
A prized ingredient in China’s multibillion-dollar industry for traditional medicine, gallstones have become the must-have item among underground traders and armed robbers in Brazil.The Wall Street Journal - Jan. 19 -
Trump-backed memecoin value tops $13bn as crypto industry hopes rise
Incoming president launched token on Friday after a Washington gala for crypto executives and politiciansFinancial Times - Jan. 19 -
Star Japanese pitcher Roki Sasaki chooses the Dodgers after frenzy for his signature
Roki Sasaki, a 23-year-old right-handed ace from Japan, signed with the MLB.NBC News - Jan. 17 -
Chinese activist Teacher Li’s memecoin launch divides dissident community
‘Teacher Li’ is among the most prolific sources of unfiltered information from behind China’s Great Firewall. But an attempt to monetise it has proven controversial. On Monday, two parallel visions ...The Guardian - Jan. 17 -
Ovechkin's pursuit of goals record creates betting frenzy
Alex Ovechkin's chase for the NHL career goals record has made him, and the Washington Capitals, the NHL's hottest bet.ESPN - Jan. 16 -
The Madcap Rise of Memecoin Factory Pump.Fun
Pump.Fun raked in hundreds of millions of dollars in its first year in operation. Despite some growing pains, its creators say this is just the beginning.Wired - Jan. 15