Trump’s Meme Coin Dinner Draws Billionaires, Basketball Stars, and Fierce Criticism

Trump hosted a dinner for top TRUMP meme coin holders, attracting billionaires and celebrities. Critics allege it violates campaign finance laws, with calls for a DOJ investigation and new legislation to prevent such events.
Coinbase Hackers Taunt Investigator During $45M Crypto Laundering Spree News ETHNews

Hackers behind a Coinbase breach mocked investigator ZachXBT while laundering $45M in stolen crypto via THORChain and DAI conversions, complicating tracking efforts and highlighting security challenges.
Unicoin Executive Who Put Bounty on Vladimir Putin’s Head Charged With $110M Fraud – Regulation Bitcoin News

The SEC charged Alexandre Konanykhin with fraud for allegedly inflating Unicoin token values, scamming 5,000 investors out of $110M. Konanykhin previously offered a bounty on Putin.
This Week in Crypto Regulation: Judge Torres Blocks SEC-Ripple Deal, and Trump’s Meme Coin Dinner Sparks Outrage

Judge Torres blocked the SEC-Ripple settlement, calling it procedurally improper. The Senate advanced the GENIUS Act for stablecoin regulation, sparking debate. Trump’s meme coin dinner added to regulatory chaos.
Stablecoins Could Obliterate $7 Trillion In Global Costs—Anthony Scaramucci

Anthony Scaramucci highlights stablecoins’ potential to reduce global transaction costs by $7 trillion annually, boost US Treasury demand, and maintain dollar dominance through private crypto firms holding significant US debt.
$200M Crypto Seized as DOJ Nabs 270 Suspects in Record Darknet Takedown

The DOJ seized $200M in crypto and arrested 270 suspects in a global darknet crackdown, marking the largest takedown ever. Authorities also confiscated drugs, firearms, and exposed crypto’s role in illegal activities.
Markets Slide as Trump Targets EU and iPhones With Tariffs – Markets and Prices Bitcoin News

Markets decline as President Trump proposes new tariffs on EU imports, including iPhones, causing volatility in U.S. stocks and potential EU retaliation.
US DOJ seizes $24M in crypto from accused Qakbot malware developer
US DOJ seizes $24M in crypto from Qakbot malware developer Rustam Gallyamov, unsealing charges against the Russian national for alleged cybercrime activities.
Genius Group Resumes Bitcoin Accumulation After U.S. Court Lifts Treasury Ban

Genius Group resumes Bitcoin purchases after a U.S. court lifts restrictions, adding 24.5 BTC to reach 85.5 BTC. The firm aims for 1,000 BTC and launches a Bitcoin Academy.
SUI Hack: Cetus Offers $6M Bounty for $220M Recovery

Cetus offers a $6M bounty to recover $220M stolen from Sui blockchain hack, warning of legal action if funds are moved. SUI token price drops amid recovery efforts.