Markets

Why Eric Trump Thinks Bitcoin Will Hit $1 Million

In brief Eric Trump said this week that he expects Bitcoin to reach a price of $1 million in the future. President Trump’s son highlighted the major demand and limited supply for the top crypto asset. He told listeners that buying now will age terrifically in the next five years. Eric Trump thinks Bitcoin reaching…

Law and Order

Former FTX Legal Advisors Move to Dismiss Lawsuit, Claiming No Knowledge of Fraud

In brief Fenwick & West moves to dismiss lawsuit alleging the law firm aided FTX’s multi-billion dollar fraud, arguing it had no knowledge of wrongdoing. Firm claims it only provided “routine and lawful legal services” despite bankruptcy examiner finding “exceptionally close relationships” with FTX leadership. Lawyers argue plaintiffs are recycling allegations from a dismissed case…

Opinion

Morning Minute: Trump Family Expands Crypto Empire With CRO

In brief Trump Media announces $6.4B CRO treasury partnership with Crypto.com, sending CRO up 160% in two days to 3-year highs Bitcoin rises 1.5% to nearly $113,000 while Solana leads majors with 4% gains and DeFi TVL reclaims January ATH of $11.76B ETH ETFs see $307M inflows and meme coins remain stable with PUMP jumping…

Coins

Thailand’s Ex-PM Endorses Push to Build Regional Crypto Hub

In brief Thaksin met with crypto investors in Bangkok to discuss positioning Thailand as ASEAN’s digital asset treasury hub. The proposal includes support from Metaplanet, UTXO, and other global firms, according to meeting documentation reviewed by Decrypt. Backers argue the initiative could boost economic resilience and growth amid Thailand’s weak macro outlook. Former Thai Prime…

Law and Order

Philippine Senator Suggests Putting National Budget On-chain

In brief Senator Bam Aquino called for budget transactions to be recorded on-chain. A formal bill proposing the measure is yet to be filed. Blockchain solutions aren’t “a silver bullet against corruption,” a local blockchain infrastructure firm told Decrypt. Philippine Senator Bam Aquino wants the country’s national budget placed on a blockchain platform, a move…