Roger Ver’s $48M DOJ Tax Deal in Trump Crypto Era

Crypto entrepreneur Roger Ver has reached a $48 million settlement with the Department of Justice to resolve his tax evasion case, marking another significant development in the Trump administration’s dialed-down cryptocurrency enforcement approach. The deal, which drops charges of mail fraud, tax evasion, and filing false tax returns, comes amid a broader regulatory shift that has seen investigations into major crypto firms dropped and crypto-friendly figures appointed to key federal agencies.

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XRP’s 488% Surge: Analyst Predicts Crypto Dominance by 2030

Cryptocurrency analyst Coach JV is making bold predictions about XRP’s future, calling it potentially “one of the greatest assets of our lifetime.” His confidence stems from a strategic all-in investment during the 2020 SEC lawsuit against Ripple when XRP dropped to $0.17. Recent performance data shows XRP has surged 488% since the November 2024 US election, dramatically outpacing Bitcoin and Ethereum.

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Gemini Expands Crypto Services in Australia

US cryptocurrency exchange Gemini is establishing a formal Australian presence with a locally registered entity approved by the country’s financial intelligence agency AUSTRAC. This strategic expansion enables direct access to local payment systems and positions the exchange to capitalize on Australia’s substantial crypto adoption rate of 23-25%, representing significant growth potential amid ongoing regulatory consultations that could reshape the digital asset landscape.

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Gemini Expands in Australia with AUD Trading & AUSTRAC Registration

Gemini has officially registered with Australia’s anti-money laundering watchdog AUSTRAC, enabling direct AUD trading through local banking integrations and marking a significant expansion in one of the world’s most active crypto markets. The strategic move comes as Australia prepares to bring crypto exchanges under the Corporations Act through new legislation, with Gemini positioning itself as a regulated, trustworthy alternative in the competitive landscape. The exchange has appointed former Luno executive James Logan as Head of Australia to lead local strategy and partnerships while pursuing further regulatory approvals.

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Ondo Finance Acquires Oasis Pro to Boost US Tokenized Securities

Ondo Finance has completed its strategic acquisition of regulated digital asset platform Oasis Pro, positioning the company to develop compliant tokenized securities markets in the United States. The deal provides Ondo with critical SEC-registered broker-dealer and alternative trading system licenses, strengthening its position in the rapidly growing real-world asset tokenization space. This move comes as the tokenized asset market is projected to reach $18 trillion by 2033, with major platforms like Robinhood and Coinbase also expanding into tokenized equities.

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Hyperliquid vs Top DEX Alternatives: 2025 Trading Guide

As Hyperliquid dominates decentralized futures trading with multi-billion dollar daily volumes, traders are actively exploring competitive alternatives in 2025. This comprehensive analysis compares leading platforms including dYdX, GMX, Kwenta, Level Finance, and Vertex Protocol across critical metrics such as fees, leverage, security, and trading features. Each platform offers distinct advantages tailored to different trading strategies and preferences in the rapidly evolving DeFi landscape.

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XRP Price Outlook: AI Predicts $3.30-$3.60 Target

Ripple’s XRP token has surged 15% from $2.70 to $3.10 in recent days, sparking intense speculation about its next directional move. As the cryptocurrency settles around the critical $3.00 psychological level, three major AI chatbots—ChatGPT, Grok, and Gemini—have provided detailed analysis of XRP’s prospects for the week ahead, offering both bullish targets and critical warning levels that could determine the token’s trajectory.

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Bitcoin Nears $123.5K Resistance as Institutional Demand Grows

Bitcoin is approaching a critical technical juncture at $123,500, representing the final major resistance barrier before entering uncharted price territory. The cryptocurrency’s steady pattern of higher highs and higher lows demonstrates strong underlying momentum, supported by growing institutional participation through spot Bitcoin ETFs and expanding open interest. With major financial institutions like Standard Chartered projecting significant price targets and Strategy’s Bitcoin holdings reaching $77.4 billion, the market appears poised for a potential breakout if key resistance levels are convincingly breached.

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Bitcoin’s 4-Year Cycle Driven by Human Emotion: Exec

The familiar four-year cycle that has characterized Bitcoin’s price movements since its inception remains a powerful force in cryptocurrency markets, but according to Gemini’s APAC head Saad Ahmed, its persistence stems from fundamental human psychology rather than rigid technical patterns. Speaking at Token2049 in Singapore, Ahmed argued that while future cycles may not precisely mirror historical precedents, the underlying emotional drivers of investor excitement, overextension, and subsequent correction will likely ensure some form of cyclical behavior continues to define Bitcoin’s market trajectory.

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White House Withdraws Brian Quintenz CFTC Chair Nomination

The White House has withdrawn Brian Quintenz’s nomination to chair the Commodity Futures Trading Commission, creating a leadership vacuum at a critical financial regulator. The unexpected move follows reported pressure from prominent cryptocurrency figures and comes amid ongoing government instability, leaving the CFTC without permanent leadership during a period of significant market uncertainty.

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