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Crypto Surges Amidst Regulatory Advances, Easing Trade Tensions, & De-Dollarization Momentum
Austin Hodge
May 14, 2025
Bitcoin comes roaring back as trade tensions ease, GENIUS stablecoin legislation rebuilds bipartisan momentum in the U.S., and state-backed crypto involvement combines with unprecedented institutional investment to drive the fierce rebound.
Meanwhile, Asian countries continue the de-dollarization effort, pivoting to crypto, gold, and Chinese assets from the US dollar.
As the tug-of-war continues across the global financial landscape, in which direction will crypto be pulled next?
Let's dive in!
Bipartisan support resurfaces for GENIUS stablecoin legislation after initial resistance tied to Trump’s crypto activities. — Read More
Bitget Wallet's new in-app 'Shop with Crypto' marketplace enables users to pay for goods and services with cryptocurrency, enhancing real-world utility. — Read More
Wyoming partners with Inca Digital to launch the first U.S. state-backed stablecoin featuring embedded real-time blockchain surveillance. — Read More
Standard Chartered partners with FalconX to serve institutional crypto clients, starting in Singapore, with plans to expand globally. — Read More
Robinhood buys Canadian crypto leader WonderFi for C$250 million, marking a strategic push into Canada’s crypto market. — Read More
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Asia's wealthy investors are shifting away from US dollar-based investments, favoring gold, cryptocurrencies, and Chinese assets due to geopolitical...
— 21bitcoin (@21bitcoin_xyz)
10:33 AM • May 14, 2025
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