Gary Gensler, current chairman of the SEC, has just thrown a spanner in the works, as he hints at a possible departure. This announcement resonates like an earthquake in the world of cryptos. Indeed, his mandate has been marked by a strict and controversial approach to the regulation of these assets, with increased surveillance and the application of sanctions against certain players in the sector. The announcement of this possible departure comes in a tense political context, as Donald Trump, currently re-elected, has expressed his firm intention to remove Gensler from his duties upon his return to the White House.

Elon Musk, the visionary and often provocative entrepreneur, has just given an unexpected new spotlight to Dogecoin, the famous crypto meme. A simple intervention on X was enough to rekindle the enthusiasm of DOGE fans, which once again illustrates Musk’s influence in the crypto ecosystem. This tweet, as ironic as it is strange, echoes years of fascination and speculation around the relationship between Musk and Dogecoin. While some perceive him as a crypto supporter, Musk has clarified his intentions, and claims not to endorse any crypto, except in a humorous context. However, his latest speech further underlines his impact.

Trump and Gaetz, two Bitcoin cowboys. One takes over the White House, the other Justice, ready to cheer up crypto America.

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Phantom, a major wallet provider for the Solana ecosystem, is facing a technical crisis following a faulty update to its iOS app that has caused many users to be disconnected. An emergency fix has been deployed, but the situation remains worrying for those who have lost their recovery phrases.

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It’s almost ironic that we live in a time when AI, once a science fiction fantasy, is now on the verge of rivaling human brains. According to Dario Amodei, CEO of Anthropic, this futuristic vision could become a reality as early as 2026. A bold claim that raises both hope and concern. But beware, the history of technology […]

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The governor of the Bank of France lifted the anathema on bitcoin on France Inter. A day to mark with a white stone

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Bitcoin never ceases to surprise. While some were starting to get used to its roller coaster, the flagship cryptocurrency reached a new milestone by reaching an all-time high of $93,500. Analysts, for their part, are in turmoil and are already predicting a six-figure Bitcoin in the near future. But […]

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With cryptos, there is no question of selling! Institutions are playing for time, hoping that the jackpot will come ringing.

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The FBI raid on the home of Shayne Coplan, CEO of Polymarket, is a new step in the complex relationship between US regulation and the world of decentralized markets. Coming in a tense political context, this operation provokes many reactions on the intentions of the US government, particularly after the recent presidential election where Polymarket played a controversial role with massive bets on the results. This intervention goes beyond the investigation of Coplan, but also points to broader issues surrounding the regulation of decentralized prediction platforms.

As the end of the year approaches, a major event could transform the Bitcoin ecosystem and intensify debates about its future: the imminent expiration of nearly $11.8 billion worth of Bitcoin options. Scheduled for December 27, this deadline could cause spectacular movements in the markets, with the stated goal of pushing Bitcoin beyond the symbolic threshold of $100,000. But while the largely dominant call options signal marked optimism, the tension remains palpable between bullish and bearish investors, each eager to position their influence before this critical deadline.

XRP bounces off the bottom of its consolidation and records a 50% performance. Let’s take a look at the future outlook for its price. XRP Situation After reaching a high of $0.93 in July 2023, XRP has started a long consolidation phase in a range roughly between $0.75 and $0.43 […]

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Bitcoin: Magic Potion or Snake Oil for the US Economy? Trump Could Play Big on This One.

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Bitcoin's historic surge after the US election has generated colossal gains for Wall Street, with an estimated $1.4 billion in profits on futures contracts alone, according to the latest data from Forbes.

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American inflation, which had shown signs of easing in recent months, is on the rise again, putting the issue of the cost of living at the center of national concerns once again. In October, the inflation rate reached 2.6%, compared to 2.4% in September, which represents a turnaround in the fierce struggle to stabilize prices. This return of inflation occurs in a fragile economic context, where each variation in price indices is scrutinized for its potential impact on purchasing power, monetary policy and the political chessboard.

The Bank of France, like a warrior of yesteryear, demands order in the chaos of cryptos, calling on ESMA for reinforcements.

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The fickle and often unpredictable crypto landscape has a new star in the spotlight: Peanut the Squirrel ($PNUT). This Solana-based crypto recently surpassed the symbolic $1 billion mark in market capitalization, fueled by a craze worthy of the biggest market frenzies. But […]

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Bitcoin continues its meteoric rise, setting a new all-time high of $92,559. This spectacular performance comes as the leading crypto has already posted a 117% increase since the start of the year.

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Bitcoin continued its historic trajectory this week, setting six new consecutive records, propelled by an unprecedented wave of buying. The queen of cryptos crossed the $89,000 threshold, now surpassing the market capitalization of silver and the GDP of most countries, including Spain.

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"Suspense among traders: American inflation, Wall Street's new fad! Europe calm, but Siemens and Just Eat are having fun."

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Billionaire Elon Musk, a staunch supporter of the crypto Dogecoin, and entrepreneur Vivek Ramaswamy have been chosen by Donald Trump to lead a new agency aimed at modernizing and streamlining the functioning of the US federal government.

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