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When Trump met crypto

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Trump and the Crypto Landscape

This chapter examines the evolving relationship between the Trump administration and the cryptocurrency industry, highlighting key moments such as Trump's pivot towards crypto advocacy during a fundraising dinner. It discusses how the Trump family's ventures into cryptocurrency, including investments and the launch of a meme coin, align with broader political strategies amidst changing perceptions of digital currencies. Additionally, the chapter explores the role of stablecoins like Tether and the complex dynamics of insider trading within the crypto market.

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