US Shutdown End Boosts Crypto as Institutions Accumulate

The potential resolution of the 40-day US government shutdown is reducing financial uncertainty and driving institutional accumulation of cryptocurrencies. Markets have responded positively, with several digital assets posting significant gains following the Senate’s procedural vote advancement, signaling renewed confidence among major investors.

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Trump Meme Coins Surge After Presidential Dividend Promise

The cryptocurrency market is experiencing a significant rally today, with Trump-themed meme coins leading the charge. This surge follows President Trump’s controversial policy announcements and a promised $2,000 dividend for Americans. Major cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ethereum have also seen substantial gains amid the market-wide green wave.

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Trump Token WLFI Surges 29% as U.S. Shutdown Nears End

World Liberty Financial’s WLFI token surged 29% to $0.158 as the U.S. Senate advanced a bipartisan plan to end the historic 40-day government shutdown, sparking a rally across politically-linked cryptocurrencies. The surge reflects growing optimism about political resolution and renewed interest in Trump-family crypto projects, though analysts warn the momentum-driven gains could prove fleeting without fundamental project development.

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Binance Denies Role in Trump-Linked $2B Stablecoin Deal

Binance CEO Richard Teng has publicly denied the cryptocurrency exchange’s involvement in selecting a Trump family-backed stablecoin for a massive $2 billion investment, as allegations of political influence and corruption swirl around the deal. The denial comes amid intense scrutiny from U.S. lawmakers following President Donald Trump’s controversial pardon of former Binance CEO Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao, with Teng stating Binance ‘didn’t partake’ in the decision-making process that saw Abu Dhabi-based MGX use World Liberty Financial’s USD1 stablecoin for the investment.

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Trump Denies CZ Ties Amid $2B Binance Deal Scrutiny

Former President Donald Trump has again denied any personal relationship with Binance co-founder Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao, despite reports of a $2 billion stablecoin deal involving his financial platform. Trump defended his controversial pardon of the crypto executive, calling the case a ‘Biden witch hunt.’ The statements came during a recent 60 Minutes interview where Trump reiterated his lack of familiarity with the prominent cryptocurrency figure.

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Trump Defends CZ Pardon, Denies Knowing Binance Founder

Former President Donald Trump has ignited a political and legal firestorm by pardoning Binance founder Changpeng Zhao while simultaneously claiming no personal knowledge of the cryptocurrency executive. In a controversial 60 Minutes interview, Trump defended his decision by characterizing the case against Zhao as a “Biden witch hunt” and citing his sons’ involvement in the crypto industry, creating a perfect storm of ethical questions, political backlash, and legal confrontation with Senator Elizabeth Warren.

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Trump Defends CZ Pardon in 60 Minutes Crypto Interview

In his first 60 Minutes interview in five years, former President Donald Trump defended his controversial pardon of Binance founder Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao, claiming no personal knowledge of the crypto billionaire while describing the prosecution as a ‘Biden witch hunt.’ The CBS segment revealed Trump’s broader crypto agenda to maintain U.S. dominance against global competitors, even as he faced pointed questions about Binance’s $2 billion transaction involving his family’s World Liberty Financial stablecoin and mounting Democratic scrutiny over potential conflicts of interest.

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Digital Euro Set for 2027 Pilot, 2029 Europe Rollout

The European Central Bank is accelerating development of its digital euro, targeting a pilot launch in mid-2027 followed by a full European rollout in 2029. ECB President Christine Lagarde announced the move to the ‘next and final phase’ of CBDC preparation, emphasizing the importance of digitizing cash. However, crypto enthusiasts remain skeptical about privacy and centralization risks as Europe joins a growing global race to develop central bank digital currencies.

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Senator Accuses Binance of Corruption in Trump Pardon Deal

Democratic Senator Chris Murphy has launched explosive allegations that cryptocurrency exchange Binance engaged in a corrupt quid pro quo arrangement, facilitating Trump’s crypto ventures in exchange for a presidential pardon for founder Changpeng Zhao. The accusations emerged after Binance US listed Trump’s USD1 stablecoin just one week following Zhao’s pardon for money laundering violations, triggering a political firestorm in Washington and condemnation from prominent Democrats who view the pardon as evidence of systemic corruption.

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Senator Alleges Corruption in Trump Crypto Pardon

Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy has leveled explosive corruption allegations against Binance.US, claiming the cryptocurrency exchange began promoting Trump-linked cryptocurrency just days after President Donald Trump pardoned Binance founder Changpeng ‘CZ’ Zhao. The timing of these events—coming alongside revelations of a $2 billion investment in Binance using the Trump-affiliated USD1 stablecoin—has ignited fierce debate about potential financial incentives influencing presidential clemency decisions.

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