News with the tag "FIRS"

In a positive development for open-source education, non-profit organization My First Bitcoin (MFB) has received a major donation from #starsmall to advance independent Bitcoin (BTC) education around the globe. $1 Million Grant For Bitcoin Education On Tuesday, My First Bitcoin announced it had rece...

We may see another interest rate cut this year, says Fed Governor Christopher Waller. The Fed made three rate cuts in 2024, the first being an aggressive 50 bp (basis point) cut in September, a 25 bp cut in November, and another 25 bp cut in December. However, Waller admits these cuts didn’t have th...

A New York-based bank is reportedly facing a new lawsuit after thieves allegedly looted $15.5 million from an account that belonged to a public utility firm. Garden City Park Water and Fire is suing First National Bank of Long Island for gross negligence amid allegations that the lender acted with “...

In a historic move, the United States Senate has established the first-ever Digital Assets Subcommittee, signaling a greater focus on crypto regulation and integration into the financial system. Cynthia Lummis Leads Bipartisan Crypto Initiative Senator Cynthia Lummis of Wyoming, appointed by Senate ...

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is set to hold its first closed meeting since Mark Uyeda took over as acting chair. Scheduled for Thursday, the meeting will include commissioners, legal counsel, and enforcement officials, focusing on litigation claims, administrative proceedings, a...

42% of Trump Meme Coin Buyers Are First-Time Crypto Investors A recent survey conducted by NFTvening has revealed that 42% of buyers of TRUMP , a Solana-based meme coin launched by U.S. President Donald Trump, are entering the cryptocurrency market for the first time. The survey also found that fewe...

Crypto investors and commentators are hopeful ahead of Trump’s inauguration, anticipating innovation-friendly regulations from his first day in office.

The glasses aim to provide a faster online user experience via AI agents and extended reality features, which may usher in a “post-smartphone era.”

On this day one year ago, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) made history by approving 11 spot Bitcoin exchange-traded funds (ETFs) . This milestone marked a turning point for cryptocurrency adoption in traditional finance, offering investors a regulated and accessible way to gain exp...

After Trump’s victory, Wall Street has expressed a lot of optimism. However, the US banking system is complicated due to several federal and state organizations, overseeing financial institutions with overlapping jurisdictions and opposing interests. The upcoming Trump administration can fix some of...