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Ethereum Founder: Don't Just Vote for 'Crypto-Friendly' Politicians

October 7, 2024

Vitalik Buterin, co-creator of Ethereum, recently warned against voting for political candidates solely because they support cryptocurrency. He stressed that politics is complex and voting based only on a "pro-crypto" stance can lead to unintended consequences. Even governments like Russia have show

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Trump's VP Pick Excites Crypto Fans

October 7, 2024

JD Vance, the Ohio senator and well-known figure in Silicon Valley, has been chosen by Donald Trump to be his running mate. This decision is huge news for those involved in the cryptocurrency world. Vance is the first person on a presidential ticket to own Bitcoin, which could bring millions of cryp

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Bitcoin Conference Welcomes Trump's New Crypto Stance

October 7, 2024

Former President Donald Trump is set to speak at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. This event, starting tomorrow, is the world's largest annual celebration of Bitcoin. Trump, now a crypto enthusiast, will take the stage at 2 p.m. CT on July 27. This marks the first time a presidential

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Why Some Tech Billionaires are Feeling Passionate About Crypto

October 7, 2024

Marc Andreessen and Ben Horowitz, two powerful venture capitalists known for their influence in the tech world, have stirred things up by labeling cryptocurrency as an "emotional" issue in the upcoming U.S. presidential election. Despite their backing of companies like OpenAI and SpaceX, they've now

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Crypto Votes Up for Grabs at Bitcoin Conference

October 7, 2024

This year's Bitcoin Conference in Nashville has become a hotspot for political hopefuls looking to win over the crypto community. Former President Donald Trump and independent candidate Robert F. Kennedy Jr. are both making their pitches to the crypto crowd. They're hoping to gain votes and donation

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Trump's Crypto Shift: Five Promises at Bitcoin Conference

October 7, 2024

Former President Donald Trump recently took center stage at the Bitcoin Conference in Nashville, Tennessee, surprising attendees with a new pro-crypto stance. Unlike his previous skepticism, Trump now sees cryptocurrencies as a tool to fight inflation and ensure American leadership. He pledged to en

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Trump Wants to Boost US Crypto Industry

October 7, 2024

Former President Donald Trump, who was previously critical of cryptocurrencies, seems to be changing his tune. With the Biden administration focusing on protecting Americans from crypto scams and preventing digital currencies from funding crime, some crypto backers are feeling uneasy. They're lookin

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Cutting Through the Haze: What Politicians Aren't Saying About Marijuana

October 7, 2024

Election season is here, and marijuana is a hot topic. Both Kamala Harris and Donald Trump are pushing their views, but is it all good news? Not quite. Let's bust a few myths and look at the facts. People often talk about polls showing support for legalization, but it's not that simple. When given c

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Don't Ignore the Truth: Trump's Record Matters

October 7, 2024

We're living in strange times. In just over a month, Americans will vote for the president, and one of the candidates is none other than former President Donald Trump, who's been convicted of 34 felonies. While many think he's on track to win, it seems like nobody's calling him what he really is: a

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Trump's Blame Game: A Shift from Responsibility

October 7, 2024

Donald Trump, the former president, is known for a different tune than his Republican predecessor, Ronald Reagan. While Reagan believed in personal responsibility, Trump often dodges blame. When faced with legal issues, Trump points fingers. He's been convicted of 34 felonies related to hush money p