In a recent New York Times opinion piece, Nobel laureate Paul Krugman criticized the cryptocurrency industry’s significant influence in campaign finance, likening it to the tale of the emperor’s new clothes. Krugman argued that cryptocurrencies have limited legitimate uses and are often associated with criminal activities. He highlighted the industry’s massive political spending, which accounts […]
German Government’s Bitcoin Holdings Swell Overnight Thanks to Donations
According to crypto intelligence firm Arkham, the German government’s bitcoin holdings soared by 9,000% in one day, thanks to donations from Bitcoin enthusiasts. Germany had liquidated a $ 2 billion bitcoin cache through major exchanges, finishing on Friday and leaving its BTC wallet empty until donations started coming in. German Government Now Has More …
South Korean Universities Face Banking Hurdles in Converting Crypto Donations to Cash
South Korea’s regulations prohibiting corporations from opening virtual asset exchange accounts are making it impossible for local universities to liquidate their large cryptocurrency donations. Financial authorities cite money laundering concerns as the reason for maintaining the ban. Education Ministry and Financial Intelligence Unit Favor Maintaining Ban South Korean universities are reportedly unable to convert cryptocurrency […]
Trump Campaign Now Accepts Crypto Donations via Coinbase
Former U.S. President and presidential candidate Donald Trump’s campaign now accepts cryptocurrency donations through Coinbase Commerce. The new fundraising page enables federally permissible donors to contribute using any cryptocurrency supported by Coinbase Commerce. President Trump has championed reduced regulations and innovation in financial technology, contrasting with Democrats like Joe Biden and Senator Elizabeth Warren, who […]
Canadian Court Declares Freeze on Crypto Donations During ‘Freedom Convoy’ Protests Unconstitutional
In a judicial rebuke, the Federal Court of Canada ruled that the Trudeau government’s decision to freeze cryptocurrencies during the 2022 “Freedom Convoy” protests was unconstitutional. Trudeau Government’s Emergency Powers Challenged: Court Rules Crypto Freeze Unlawful In a ruling on Jan. 23, the Federal Court of Canada deemed the Trudeau government’s use of the Emergencies […]