Trump’s WLFI Ethereum Bet Grows: Wallet Now Holds $281M In ETH

2025-07-24 23:03:55

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Ethereum is undergoing a healthy correction following an explosive multi-week rally that saw its price surge by more than 80% since late June. After reaching new local highs, the market is cooling down, but sentiment remains strong as major players continue to accumulate. In a notable move, World Liberty Financial (WLFI)—a decentralized finance protocol and cryptocurrency company founded in 2024 and owned by US President Donald Trump—purchased an additional $2,010,000 worth of ETH just hours ago...

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