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• Trump Media and Technology Group files two trademarks: Truth.Fi Made in America ETF "Truth.Fi Energy Independence ETF.• Binance Research Highlights Growth in Meme Coins & ETFs: January 2025 saw strong meme coin activity, with 37M tokens in circulation, mostly on Solana. The US now has 47 active ET...
• Trump Media and Technology Group files two trademarks: Truth.Fi Made in America ETF "Truth.Fi Energy Independence ETF.
• Binance Research Highlights Growth in Meme Coins & ETFs: January 2025 saw strong meme coin activity, with 37M tokens in circulation, mostly on Solana. The US now has 47 active ETF filings, while AI-related crypto projects declined due to DeepSeek.
• Winklevoss Twins' Gemini Considering IPO Amid Pro-Crypto Shift: Gemini is exploring a potential IPO in 2025 following regulatory shifts under Trump. The exchange recently settled a $5M CFTC fine, exited Canada, and secured a license in Singapore for cross-border payments.
• Crypto AI Market Plummets by 13%, Engagement Down 60%: The AI crypto market dropped to $6.65B, with major tokens like VIRTUAL, AI16Z, and FARTCOIN experiencing losses. Solana still leads the sector but fell 18.6%, signaling a slowdown in AI token growth.
• Bank of America Sued Over Alleged Credit Card Rewards Deception: A class-action lawsuit accuses BofA of misleading customers about credit card reward points, claiming it offered less valuable rewards after initial promotions.
• Singapore F&B Industry Encouraged to Use Blockchain for Compliance: Blockchain could enhance food safety and traceability ahead of new regulations, with the sustainable agriculture blockchain market projected to reach $290M by 2032.
• Blockchain Transforming Transportation & Maritime Industries: Railways in Japan, France, and Indonesia are implementing blockchain-based digital IDs, while shipping companies use blockchain for hazardous cargo documentation to prevent fraud.
• Sony's Soneium Launches Music NFTs on Sonova Marketplace: Sony’s Web3 music platform debuts NFT collections, featuring unreleased tracks priced at 0.000777 ETH ($2.11). While innovative, mainstream adoption of music NFTs remains uncertain.
• DeFi & TradFi Convergence Reshaping Global Finance: 2025 is expected to see growing collaboration between decentralized and traditional finance, with regulations playing a key role in bridging the two sectors.
• SEC Acknowledges First Solana ETF Filing: The SEC has recognized Grayscale’s Solana and Litecoin ETF filings, marking a step toward regulatory acceptance. While approval remains pending, the move signals potential policy shifts post-Gary Gensler.
• MobiKwik & Cred Launch India's e-Rupee with RBI & Yes Bank: The Indian central bank digital currency (CBDC) integrates with UPI, allowing P2P and merchant transactions. Cred offers a limited release, while RBI aims for nationwide adoption.
• Kentucky Introduces Bitcoin Reserve Bill, Joining 15 Other States: The bill proposes allocating up to 10% of state funds to BTC, with Utah leading legislative progress. The chance of a national Bitcoin reserve law in 2025 has dropped to 45%.
• Utah House Passes HB 230 to Invest 5% of Public Funds in Digital Assets: The bill narrowly passed (38-34) and moves to the Senate. While it doesn’t explicitly favor Bitcoin, industry leaders view it as a step toward broader digital asset adoption.
• Ondo Finance Launches Ondo Chain for RWA Integration: Ondo’s Layer-1 blockchain aims to bridge traditional and decentralized finance, backed by major institutions. Donald Trump Jr. appeared at the launch, underscoring digital assets' political impact.
• Nigeria Launches First Regulated Stablecoin, cNGN, Pegged to Naira: The Africa Stablecoin Consortium introduced cNGN, Nigeria’s first regulated stablecoin, backed by reserves and audited quarterly. Despite concerns over the naira’s volatility, the stablecoin aims to boost financial inclusion.
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