Month: November 2024

Donald Trump Eyes Former SEC Comissioner Paul Atkins As Gary Gensler’s Successor

President-elect Donald Trump‘s transition team is considering Paul Atkins, a seasoned financial regulator and advocate for digital assets, to lead the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. What Happened: Atkins, a Republican SEC commissioner during the George W. Bush administration, is among the top contenders to replace outgoing SEC Chair...
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Ripple To Invest In Rebranded XRP Exchange-Traded Product By Bitwise

Blockchain payments firm Ripple (CRYPTO: XRP) on Wednesday announced plans to invest in the newly rebranded Bitwise Physical XRP ETP. The ETP, which is backed by XRP, is part of a broader rebranding effort by Bitwise Asset Management to enhance its European product suite. What Happened: Brad Garlinghouse, CEO...
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Donald Trump To Establish A National Bitcoin Reserve? Pros Vs Cons Compared

President-elect Donald Trump is considering a proposal to establish a national Bitcoin reserve, a move that could intertwine cryptocurrency with U.S. fiscal strategy. What Happened: Cryptocurrency executives are rallying behind the idea, advocating for the U.S. government to acquire billions of dollars’ worth of Bitcoin as a long-term asset,...
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