Trade War Tensions Spark Crypto Market Turmoil as Trump's Tariffs Hit Global Markets
President Trump's announcement of extensive tariffs targeting major economies triggered widespread cryptocurrency selloffs, with Bitcoin falling to $91,441 before partial recovery. The meme coin sector was particularly affected, while MicroStrategy's pause in Bitcoin purchases added to market pressure.
Musk's DOGE Department Gains Access to U.S. Treasury Systems for Blockchain Implementation
Elon Musk's newly formed Department of Government Efficiency (DOGE) receives unprecedented access to U.S. Treasury payment systems to implement blockchain solutions for federal spending tracking. The controversial move aims to streamline operations and reduce annual expenditures by $1 trillion by 2026.
Bitwise Pursues Dogecoin ETF as Musk's Department Distances from DOGE
Asset manager Bitwise prepares for a potential Dogecoin ETF filing with the SEC, while REX Shares pursues similar crypto investment vehicles. Meanwhile, Elon Musk's Department of Government Efficiency removes Dogecoin imagery amid price volatility and legal challenges.
Dogecoin's Historical Pattern Suggests Massive Rally Ahead of 2025 Presidential Inauguration
A crypto analyst has identified striking similarities between Dogecoin's current price patterns and its 1,100% surge during the 2021 presidential inauguration. Technical indicators and potential catalysts including Trump's scheduled inauguration and Elon Musk's proposed D.O.G.E department point to another possible major rally.
Elon Musk's Frog Avatar Triggers 6% Surge in Pepe Cryptocurrency
The meme cryptocurrency Pepe (PEPE) defied market trends with a 6% price increase after Elon Musk changed his X profile picture to a frog in Roman armor. The surge pushed PEPE's market cap above $8 billion, reinforcing its position as the third-largest meme cryptocurrency.
Floki DAO Plans European ETP Launch in Bold Move for Memecoin Sector
Floki's governing body proposes launching an Exchange-Traded Product on Switzerland's SIX Swiss Exchange in early 2025, potentially becoming Europe's second memecoin-based ETP after Dogecoin. The initiative involves allocating $2.8M worth of treasury tokens for liquidity while aiming to bridge DeFi with traditional finance.
Memecoins Lead Crypto Investment Trends in 2024 as Cat Tokens Challenge Dog's Dominance
CoinGecko reports memecoins capturing 31% of crypto investor interest in 2024, with Solana-based tokens gaining prominence. Cat-themed cryptocurrencies are now rivaling traditional dog-based tokens, while AI projects and real-world assets round out top investment trends.
Crypto Market Tumbles After Fed's Quarter-Point Rate Cut
The cryptocurrency market experienced significant turbulence following the Federal Reserve's 0.25% interest rate cut, with liquidations soaring to $853 million in 24 hours. Bitcoin briefly fell below $100,000 while other major cryptocurrencies and meme coins saw sharp declines.
Critical 'DogeReaper' Exploit Crashes 69% of Dogecoin Network Nodes
A major security breach dubbed 'DogeReaper' struck the Dogecoin network, causing nearly 70% of active nodes to crash after an exploit by Andreas Kohl. Despite early warnings about the vulnerability, the flaw remained unpatched, though the network is now recovering with minimal price impact.
Bitcoin Breaks $100K Milestone as Dogecoin Soars on Political Tailwinds
Bitcoin's historic surge past $100,000 has triggered a remarkable rally across cryptocurrencies, with Dogecoin emerging as a standout performer. Political developments, including Elon Musk's appointment to lead a new government department, have further propelled Dogecoin to dramatic new heights.