Harris campaign criticized for ignoring crypto in policy statement

Vice President Kamala Harris‘s campaign released a policy statement outlining her administration’s key priorities. However, there is a notable omissioncrypto. Harris’s campaign promises highlighted various sectorsincluding semiconductors and artificial intelligenceand even extensively mentioned her political rival, former President Donald Trump, in the policy statement. However, there was no mention of Bitcoin, crypto, blockchain technology, or digital […]

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Crypto Super PAC pours $660K into Senate race as US election closes in

With 57 days until the US election, expenditures from Super PACs seem to be heating up in Massachusetts and nationwide.

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Elon Musks DOGE gov meme sends political speculation soaring

Musk previously signaled he was ready and willing to serve if Donald Trump is elected president of the United States.

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Chamber of Progress demands clarity on crypto from presidential hopefuls

The Chamber of Progress, a technology industry coalition advocating for digital innovation, has urged moderators of the upcoming ABC presidential debate to include a critical question on crypto regulation. In a letter sent to moderators Linsey Davis and David Muir on Sept. 5, the organization highlighted the growing role of digital assets in the US […]

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Advocates call for crypto to be discussed at US presidential debate

The Chamber of Progress cited Donald Trump revers[ing] his previous position on cryptocurrency and a lack of clarity from Kamala Harris campaign.

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Ripple co-founder and 87 execs endorse Kamala Harris for president

Ripple co-founder Chris Larsen joined 87 other corporate leaders in endorsing Vice President Kamala Harris for the White House, as reported by CNBC on Sept. 6. The letter included several other high-profile signatories, including Aaron Levie (Box CEO), Jeremy Stoppelman (Yelp CEO), philanthropist Lynn Forester de Rothschild, private equity billionaire José Feliciano, Twilio co-founder Jeff […]

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Nevada Welcomes Bitcoin and Crypto: Day Two of the America Loves Crypto Tour

On stop two of the crypto industry-sponsored tour through battleground states, political figures urge Nevadans to support pro-crypto candidates in upcoming elections, as they pledge to make the state a home to the crypto industry.

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US crypto firms ramp up lobbying efforts, expenditures up 1386% over 7 years

A recent study has revealed that US crypto companies have significantly increased their lobbying efforts, with expenditures rising by 1386% from 2017 to 2023. According to data compiled by Social Capital Markets, crypto firms spent $40.42 million lobbying for regulatory changes during 2023 alone, signaling the growing importance of government relations in the industry. The […]

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Politicians, Founders Motivate Crypto Voters on Day One of the America Loves Crypto Tour

Prominent politicians and crypto industry leaders from Arizona encourage pro-crypto voters to head to the polls in November on the first stop of a five-date swing state tour.

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Venezuelan Opposition Leader María Corina Machado Calls Bitcoin a Lifeline in Exclusive Interview

María Corina Machado, Venezuelan opposition leader, discusses Bitcoin as a "vital means of resistance" for Venezuelans suffering from hyperinflation under the Chávez and Maduro regimes.

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Kamala Harris campaign isnt directly accepting crypto a Super PAC is

A spokesperson for the Harris campaign confirmed with Cointelegraph that the Future Forward PAC was set up to receive crypto donations to support the Democratic candidate.

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Trump reiterates support for Bitcoin, picks Musk to lead government overhaul

Former President Donald Trump reiterated his support for Bitcoin and the wider crypto industry during a speech at the Economic Club of New York on Sept. 5 During his speech, Trump outlined a broader vision for a “national economic renaissance” and said his economic policies would foster emerging technologies and industries via clear regulations rather […]

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Kamala Harris turns to Coinbase for crypto campaign donations, CFO reveals

Coinbase CFO Alesia Haas revealed that Vice President Kamala Harris‘s campaign is using Coinbase Commerce to accept crypto donations, Fortune reported Sept. 4. Haas made the revelation during a conversation with Citigroup‘s director of payments, Peter Christiansen, at the lender’s 2024 Global TMT Conference in New York. According to Haas: “[Kamala] is accepting crypto donations. She’s […]

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Trumps crypto gambit in Bitcoin, NFTs and DeFi intensifies ahead of election

Trump and his familys crypto ventures continue to expand as they aim to attract voters through supporting digital assets.

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Ohio senator introduces bill to legalize Bitcoin, crypto payments for state taxes, fees

Ohio State Senator Niraj Antani introduced legislation aiming to legalize Bitcoin (BTC) and other crypto payments for taxes and fees in the state of Ohio and its local political subdivisions. The bill introduced on Sept. 30 permits Ohioans to use digital assets, including Bitcoin, to fulfill their state and local tax obligations, pushing […]

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NIKOLAUS: Business Insider Says Trump And Harris Both Courting The Bitcoin Vote, But Reality Says Otherwise

Kamala Harris has done nothing to confirm she will support or protect the industry so far, while her political opponent is going above and beyond for it.

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Coinbase CLO says hes encouraged by Harris campaign reaching out

With 63 days until the US election and early voting starting in September, single-issue crypto voters have a limited window to decide between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump.

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Why The DNC Doesn't Care About Bitcoin

Politicians cater to their voting base, it's that simple. If you want politicians to care about Bitcoin, their voters need to care.

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Senator Lummis predicts SEC Chair Gensler will step down next year if Trump is elected

Wyoming Senator Cynthia Lummis believes that SEC Chair Gary Gensler is likely to step down from his role as the regulator’s head next year. She made the statement during CNBC’s Squawk Box on Sept. 27 in response to the hosts saying that he loves the job” and does not want to leave it. She added: […]

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Stand with Crypto PAC endorses Warren rival John Deaton amid bipartisan support

John Deaton has received an official endorsement from the Stand with Crypto PAC in his bid to challenge Senator Elizabeth Warren for her US Senate seat, amid a wave of broader endorsements. In total, Stand with Crypto has endorsed 20 Republicans and 19 Democrats, highlighting the bipartisan support for Bitcoin and crypto among mostly younger […]

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