A top altcoin pick that’s still trading cheaper than DOGE and TRUMP, and it might not stay at $0.035 much longer

DOGE and TRUMP are known for their wild price swings and memecoin hype, attracting traders chasing fast gains but often facing unpredictable volatility. In contrast, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is carving out a different path—a structured DeFi ecosystem with genuine utility designed to deliver sustainable growth.

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Did the Winklevoss Twins Pressure Trump Into Ditching His CFTC Chair Pick?

A new report reveals tensions between the Winklevoss twins and Brian Quintenz’s CFTC nomination, underscoring deeper divides in crypto politics. As regulatory power shifts, industry players are choosing between influence and independence.

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Trump CFTC Chair Pick Brian Quintenz Reveals Crypto Ties Amid Staff Exodus

Donald Trump’s pick to lead the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC), Brian Quintenz, has revealed multiple ties to the crypto industry amid a staff exodus [...]

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Senate committee passes Trump’s pick Paul Atkins as SEC chair

The U. S. Senate Banking Committee voted 13-11 along party lines to advance President Donald Trump’s nominee, Paul Atkins, for Chair of the SEC.   The nomination now proceeds to a full Senate vote, according to Reuters.

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Trump’s SEC pick Paul Atkins pledges ‘rational’ crypto regulation  

Paul Atkins reiterated clear crypto regulation as his ‘top priority’ if confirmed.  Senator Elizabeth Warren cautioned that Atkins didn’t deserve a ‘promotion.’ Paul Atkins, PresiThe post Trump’s SEC pick Paul Atkins pledges ‘rational’ crypto regulation   appeared first on AMBCrypto.

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Trump’s SEC Chair pick Paul Atkins pledges ‘coherent and principled’ approach to crypto regulation

Atkins' approach could stabilize the crypto market, fostering innovation and investment by reducing regulatory uncertainty and enhancing investor protection. The post Trump’s SEC Chair pick Paul Atkins pledges ‘coherent and principled’ approach to crypto regulation appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Trump’s SEC chair pick Paul Atkins faces confirmation delay as Senate awaits key paperwork

The delay in Atkins' confirmation may stall crypto regulatory changes, impacting market dynamics and investor confidence in the short term. The post Trump’s SEC chair pick Paul Atkins faces confirmation delay as Senate awaits key paperwork appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Crypto ETFs Likely Won't Be Approved Until New SEC Chair Is Sworn In

President Donald Trump named Paul Atkins as his pick to lead the agency but no hearing has been scheduled yet to confirm him.

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$1,000 in ADA or XRP? AI Predicts the Best Altcoin Pick Following Trump’s Announcement

Yesterday was a big day for crypto as Trump finally announced a crypto reserve with XRP, ADA, SOL, BTC, and ETH. These cryptos rallied after the news with ADA pumping over 50% while XRP price pumped around 30%.

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Trump closing on crypto regulation team with Gould pick

President Donald Trump’s efforts to assemble a veteran cast of pro-crypto regulators matured with two more nominations, Jonathan Gould and Jonathan McKernan.

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Trump is planning to pick former CFTC commissioner Brian Quintenz as chair

Quintenz served as a CFTC Commissioner between 2017 and 2021 as part of the Technology Advisory Committee CFTC Commissioner Caroline Pham has been filling in as acting chair US President Donald Trump is reportedly considering Brian Quintenz – a former CFTC commissioner – to lead the agency.

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Pro-crypto Brian Quintenz returns to CFTC as Trump’s chairman pick

Former CFTC Commissioner Brian Quintenz is set to lead the agency again, signaling a shift in crypto regulation under the Trump administration. Brian Quintenz, a former commissioner at the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, is expected to return as chairman following…

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Anti-Crypto Senator Warren Flags Trump’s Commerce Pick Over Tether Ties

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Commerce Secretary Lutnick: US dollar stablecoins should be audited

Howard Lutnick, President Trump’s pick for U.S. Commerce Secretary, was grilled by lawmakers over his ties with Tether and alleged criminal use of its dollar stablecoin.

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As Lutnick Faces U.S. Senate, Elizabeth Warren Scrutinizes His Tether Ties

Howard Lutnick, President Trump's pick to run the Department of Commerce, is probed by the senator on the Tether connection of his firm, Cantor Fitzgerald.

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Elizabeth Warren presses Trump’s commerce pick Lutnick over Tether ties

Senator Elizabeth Warren has demanded answers from Howard Lutnick, President Donald Trump’s nominee for Commerce Secretary, regarding his financial ties to Tether. Ahead of Lutnick’s Senate confirmation hearing, Warren sent a letter questioning his ability to serve impartially while maintaining…

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Trump’s potential Treasury secretary pick ‘sees no reason’ for US CBDC

The president-elect cannot officially nominate anyone until after he is inaugurated on Jan. 20, but the US Senate has been holding hearings to question his potential picks.

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Trump's Treasury Pick to Divest Bitcoin ETF Holdings to Eliminate Conflict of Interest: Report

Trump's Treasury nominee Scott Bessent plans to liquidate a string of investments, including BTC ETF, to avoid a potential conflict of interest.

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Who is David Sacks? Trump’s pick for White House AI and Crypto Czar is a Bitcoin holder

David Sacks' appointment could significantly influence U.S. policy on AI and crypto, potentially reshaping regulatory and economic landscapes. The post Who is David Sacks? Trump’s pick for White House AI and Crypto Czar is a Bitcoin holder appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Ripple executives praise Trump’s pro-crypto SEC head pick

Ripple executives Brad Garlinghouse and Stuart Alderoty voiced their support for Paul Atkins as the next U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission chair.  Their optimism centers on Atkins’ reputation as a pro-innovation advocate, signaling what they believe could be a major…

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President Trump confirms Paul Atkins as top pick for SEC chair

U.S. President-elect Donald Trump has picked pro-crypto and former federal regulator Paul Atkins to serve as SEC chair.

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Trump Names Former SEC Commissioner Paul Atkins as His Pick for Chair of the Agency

President-elect Donald Trump announced he would nominate Paul Atkins, a former SEC commissioner and current CEO of Patomak Global Partners, to run the SEC.

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New Crypto Era Begins: Trump To Announce SEC Chair Pick As Soon As Tomorrow

Following Gary Gensler’s departure announcement from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), new reports claim that re-elected US president Donald Trump is set to unveil his pick for the new SEC chairman in the coming days.

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Trump's Top SEC Chair Pick Paul Atkins Reluctant to Take Job: Source

Turning around the bloated agency left behind by Gary Gensler is an unattractive gig for former commissioner Atkins, said a person familiar with his thinking.

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Trump’s SEC Chair Pick Could Be Announced Tomorrow Amid Regulatory Overhaul Plans

A shift in US crypto regulation looms as Trump prepares to appoint a pro-innovation SEC chair, signaling an end to Gary Gensler’s contentious tenure. The post Trump’s SEC Chair Pick Could Be Announced Tomorrow Amid Regulatory Overhaul Plans appeared first on BeInCrypto.

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Ripple CEO Reacts To Trump’s Billionaire Treasury Secretary Nominee

After weeks of intense speculation, incoming US President Donald Trump has named Scott Bessent his Treasury Secretary pick. The drawn-out selection process has attracted many popular names, including Howard Lutnick of Cantor Fitzgerald, former Federal Reserve governor Kevin Warsh, and billionaire Marc Rowan.

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Who is Dan Gallagher, the Robinhood attorney Trump may pick to replace SEC head Gary Gensler?

Officials from Donald Trump’s transition team are reportedly preparing a shortlist of candidates for major financial agency leadership positions, including the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

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SEC’s Crypto Mom emerges as favorite to replace Gensler under Trump

SEC's Hester Peirce, dubbed Crypto Mom, emerges as Trump's potential SEC chair pick over Gensler, sparking crypto regulation debates. The post SEC’s Crypto Mom emerges as favorite to replace Gensler under Trump appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Trump’s VP pick JD Vance owns up to $500,000 in Bitcoin

Vance's Bitcoin investment signals potential for increased crypto advocacy and policy shifts in a future Trump administration. The post Trump’s VP pick JD Vance owns up to $500,000 in Bitcoin appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

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Will Trump’s SEC pick be crypto’s savior? All eyes on Dan Gallagher

Is the SEC about to get a crypto-friendly makeover with Dan Gallagher at the helm? How would his approach differ from Gensler’s crackdown? Crypto’s Robinhood in the making? Rumors are swirling that Dan Gallagher, Robinhood‘s Chief Legal Officer and a…

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Trump’s VP Pick Vance Has Been A Bitcoin HODLer Since 2021; Owns Over $250,000 In BTC

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Polymarket: Harris’ odds up to 46% after Walz VP pick

Polymarket users are increasingly confident of Democratic candidate Kamala Harris becoming president following a key announcement. Polymarket bettors heaped more wagers on Kamala Harris beating former president Donald Trump on the ballot after she picked Minnesota governor Tim Walz as…

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Trump's VP pick, JD Vance, could mean a new era for crypto

J.D. Vance is a Bitcoin holder, and he is the tentative favorite to become America's next vice president. That could mean big things for the crypto industry.

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a16z co-founders pledge to support Trump in wake of Vance VP pick: Report

Numerous Silicon Valley insiders are reportedly donating to the Republican presidential nominee.

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Crypto-Friendly Sen. JD Vance's Odds as Trump VP Pick Double on Polymarket

Traders on the crypto-based prediction market now see a 29% chance that the Ohio Republican will be former President Trump’s running mate, up from 14% a week ago.

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Who Will Trump Pick for Veep? Polymarket Gives Tim Scott Best Odds: Prediction Markets

Plus: Free money? "Democrat wins New York" contract trades at 90 cents on the dollar.

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Trump’s Pick for Federal Reserve Is a Fan of Cryptocurrency

President Trump’s pick to lead the Federal Reserve, Judy Shelton, believes in a rules-based approach and a cryptocurrency-like gold standard. President Trump often picks fights with the Federal Reserve, claiming that the entity is stopping the economy from unleashing its full potential.

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Why Trump Would Be Queen Elizabeth II’s Best Pick for Head of Digital Engagement

The best suited person for Queen Elizabeth's social media guru position at Buckingham Palace is another head of state, Donald Trump. The post Why Trump Would Be Queen Elizabeth II’s Best Pick for Head of Digital Engagement appeared first on CCN.com

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Trump’s Fed Pick Isn’t Just a Gold Bug – She’s Also a Crypto Bull

White House economic adviser Judy Shelton made headlines last week after President Donald Trump nominated her to the Federal Reserve Board of Governors. The mainstream press and finance industry were surprised to learn Trump’s Fed pick is a “gold bug.

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Moore Madness: Trump Fed Pick Creates Insane Bitcoin Central Bank

As loathful as the term "central bank" should be true Bitcoin stalwarts, the sector is about to get a mini-Fed of sorts if Trump ally Stephen Moore and his happy band of blockchain developers get their way According to the Fox Business Network, Moore, who recently withdrew his bid to become a Federal Reserve board […] The post Moore Madness: Trump Fed Pick Creates Insane Bitcoin Central Bank appeared first on CCN Markets

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Dow Blasts Higher After Controversial Fed Pick Ditches Trump

By CCN: The stock market shot higher on Friday, enabling the Dow to slam the brakes on its multiday decline. Meanwhile, President Trump dropped the shocking announcement that controversial Federal Reserve nominee Stephen Moore had yanked his name from consideration.

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Dow Will Crash 91% to Reagan-Era Levels if Trump Loses in 2020: Fed Pick

By CCN: The Dow and broader U. S. stock market rose Monday, bolstered by strong consumer spending data that pointed to a firm domestic recovery at the start of the year. Although markets are enjoying record highs for now, Donald Trump’s new Federal Reserve appointee thinks a 1929-style crash is likely if Democrats take control of the White House.

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Kim Kardashian: Trump’s Next Justice Department Pick?

Remember the “good old days” when becoming a lawyer required an education, hard work, and a history free of “sexcapades?” The legal world’s latest candidate, Kim Kardashian, might make people wonder if this has somehow changed.

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Trump May Affect Bitcoin Price With Herman Cain Pick

Trump is recommending Herman Cain for one of two vacant seats on the Fed Board. The man who advocates a return to the gold standard could undermine Bitcoin price in the short-term as ‘digital gold.

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Why Trump’s Controversial Fed Pick is Massively Bullish for Bitcoin

By CCN. com: Donald Trump might frequently complain about the Federal Reserve and Jerome Powell, but until now no one cared. His latest move to recommend Stephen Moore for a seat on the Fed’s board is potentially explosive, with ripple effects that could hit the global monetary system hard.

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Trump’s Fed Reserve Pick in the Middle of Collusion Controversy

Trump’s pick for the Federal Reserve Board, Stephen Moore, is shrouded in controversy as he heads to the first round of confirmation questions from the U. S. Senate. Moore, who has been a vocal proponent of Trump’s economic vision, has alleged ties to a convicted Russian spy and a political operative with a questionable past.

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Could President Trump Be Setting Up The Next Big Bitcoin Rally?

So asked fund manager, Ross Gerber, on Twitter, without giving so much as an ounce of explanation. So let’s investigate… could it be a crypto-Christmas thanks to Trump, or did Gerber just deliver early Christmas for Twitter trolls.

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Trump’s New SEC Commissioner Means Bitcoin ETF ‘Will’ Happen

A Bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) “will” happen following the appointment of new Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) head Elad Roisman, an anonymous analysis claims. Road To Green Light ‘May Begin’ With Roisman Following the Senate’s decision to approve Trump pick Roisman to be SEC commissioner, the US regulator now features a senior line-up which should overwhelmingly back a Bitcoin ETF – “at some point.

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6 Problems With Brett Kavanaugh

When Donald Trump promised on the campaign trail he’d only choose extreme anti-choice Supreme Court nominees who would overturn Roe v. Wade – he meant it.  President Trump’s pick, Brett Kavanaugh, would not only undermine women’s reproductive rights, he’d overturn the Affordable Care Act, and end protections for patients with pre-existing conditions. [REITs] Q2 hedge […]

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