Trump's Crypto Evolution: From Bitcoin Skeptic to 'Crypto President'
Former President Donald Trump's dramatic shift from cryptocurrency critic to advocate has sparked significant market movements and policy changes in 2025. His administration's initiatives, including a strategic Bitcoin reserve and the controversial Trump Coin launch, have generated both excitement and skepticism within the crypto community.
FTX to Begin $11.4B Creditor Repayment Plan Despite Valuation Controversy
Defunct crypto exchange FTX announces May 30 start date for repaying claims over $50,000, with $11.4B in cash reserves available. While creditors expect 118% recovery in cash terms, controversy surrounds the use of November 2022 crypto valuations despite massive price increases since then.
SEC Clears 'Hawk Tuah' Influencer in Meme Coin Investigation
Internet personality Haliey Welch announces SEC investigation into HAWK cryptocurrency concluded without charges, despite token's dramatic rise and crash. The influencer expresses regret over past crypto involvement while focusing on new ventures as civil lawsuit continues against other parties.
Solana Co-Founder Ignites Debate Over Blockchain Scaling Solutions
Anatoly Yakovenko, Solana's co-founder, sparks controversy by challenging Layer 2 scaling solutions and defending Layer 1 architectures. The dispute highlights fundamental challenges in balancing blockchain scalability, security, and decentralization as the industry seeks optimal solutions for mainstream adoption.
OneKey Hardware Wallet Unveils Major Update with Enhanced Solana Support
OneKey Classic releases firmware update 3.11.0 with expanded Solana blockchain capabilities and FIDO2 integration. The comprehensive update introduces new network support, improved Bluetooth connectivity, and German language localization while strengthening security features.
Crypto Market Shakeout: $200M in Long Positions Liquidated as Altcoins Tumble
A massive liquidation event hit the crypto derivatives market, wiping out over $200 million in leveraged long positions as major altcoins faced sharp declines. Ethereum and Solana led the cascade with $56M and $33M in liquidations respectively, while Bitcoin showed relative stability.
Barstool's Portnoy Sparks Controversy with GREED Token Pump and Dump Scheme
Dave Portnoy, founder of Barstool Sports, created and abandoned a meme coin called $GREED within one hour, causing a 90% price crash after selling his 35.79% stake. The controversial move, which netted him $258,000, was followed by the immediate launch of GREED2 token amid growing concerns about meme coin manipulation.
Trump Meme Token Announces President's Day Airdrop for Official Merchandise Buyers
The TRUMP meme coin project launches a President's Day promotion offering three tokens worth $48 to buyers of official Trump merchandise and collectibles. The initiative targets customers who purchased items like NFTs, sneakers and watches before February 15, with claims open until March 1.
Argentine President Faces Criminal Charges Over $4.5B Crypto Token Collapse
President Javier Milei faces fraud charges after endorsing $LIBRA token that crashed 94% following insider sales of $107M. The scandal has triggered impeachment calls and criminal investigations into the president's role in promoting the failed cryptocurrency project.
DeepSeek AI Token Surge: 600% Rally Raises Red Flags for Investors
Cryptocurrencies themed around AI company DeepSeek have experienced explosive growth, with one token surging 600% in 24 hours. While the rally reflects growing AI-crypto convergence, investors face significant risks due to unverified metrics and lack of official backing.