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Democrats Ask SEC to Explain Lack of Enforcement on Trump-Linked Crypto Entities

The news article discusses a letter sent by Democratic lawmakers to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), inquiring about the lack of enforcement action against crypto entities with ties to former President Donald Trump. The lawmakers express concerns over the SEC's apparent lack of enforcement in the cryptocurrency industry, particularly regarding entities associated with the Trump administration. They argue that the industry has a history of investor harm, and this perceived lack of action raises questions about the SEC's priorities and effectiveness in protecting investors. The article suggests that the lawmakers are seeking an explanation from the SEC regarding its approach to regulating and enforcing rules within the crypto space, especially in cases where there may be political connections or influence involved. The article does not provide further details on the specific entities or allegations mentioned in the letter, nor does it offer the SEC's response or perspective on the matter. The focus is on the Democratic lawmakers' concerns about the SEC's handling of crypto-related enforcement in relation to Trump-linked entities.

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Feb 6, 2026·GizmodoT2 · Outlet report
Bitcoin Crashes as Crypto Investors Whine About People Making Fun of Them

The article discusses the recent crash in the value of Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency. It highlights the reactions of crypto investors who are complaining about people mocking them for their losses. The article points out that the…

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Bitcoin Crashes as Crypto Investors Whine About People Making Fun of Them

The article discusses the recent crash in the value of Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency. It highlights the reactions of crypto investors who are complaining about people mocking them for their losses. The article…

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Bitcoin falls to lowest level since Trump took office

The article discusses the recent drop in the price of Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency. Despite President Donald Trump's public support for the digital currency, its value has fallen to the lowest level since he took…

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Feb 5, 2026·NYTT2 · Outlet report
Bitcoin Drops to Lowest Price Since Trump Was Elected as Crypto Faces Slump

The article reports that the price of Bitcoin has dropped to its lowest level since the election of former US President Donald Trump in 2016. This decline in the cryptocurrency's value has raised concerns about a…

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Feb 3, 2026·NYTT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
‘Don Colossus,’ a Golden Statue of President Trump, Waits for Its Home

A group of cryptocurrency investors have commissioned a 'Don Colossus,' a massive golden statue of former President Donald Trump, in the hopes of installing it at one of his golf courses in Florida. The statue, which…

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Feb 2, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Trump Denies Knowledge of $500 Million Abu Dhabi Crypto Stake

In a recent development, former U.S. President Donald Trump denied any knowledge of a $500 million deal involving his family and an Abu Dhabi royal regarding a cryptocurrency venture. The deal was reportedly negotiated…

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Feb 1, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Abu Dhabi Royal Bought Stake in Trump’s Crypto Venture, WSJ Says

According to the Wall Street Journal, an Abu Dhabi royal has secretly acquired a stake in former US President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency venture. The report cites company documents and people familiar with the…

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Disgraced Crypto CEO Sam Bankman-Fried Seeks Trump Pardon With Republican Pivot

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SEC drops lawsuit against Winklevoss twins’ Gemini crypto exchange

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Jan 16, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
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Jan 16, 2026·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Trump Says He’ll Make Tech Firms Pay for Power | Bloomberg Businessweek Daily 1/16/2026

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Democrats Ask SEC to Explain Lack of Enforcement on Trump-Linked Crypto Entities

The news article discusses a letter sent by Democratic lawmakers to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), inquiring about the lack of enforcement action against crypto entities with ties to former President…

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T2 · Outlet reportGizmodoFeb 6, 2026

The article discusses the recent crash in the value of Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency. It highlights the reactions of crypto investors who are complaining about people mocking them for their losses. The article points out that the…

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T2 · Outlet reportBBCFeb 6, 2026

The article discusses the recent drop in the price of Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency. Despite President Donald Trump's public support for the digital currency, its value has fallen to the lowest level since he took office in 2017. The…

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T2 · Outlet reportNYTFeb 5, 2026

The article reports that the price of Bitcoin has dropped to its lowest level since the election of former US President Donald Trump in 2016. This decline in the cryptocurrency's value has raised concerns about a potential "crypto winter,"…

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T2 · Outlet reportNYTFeb 3, 2026

A group of cryptocurrency investors have commissioned a 'Don Colossus,' a massive golden statue of former President Donald Trump, in the hopes of installing it at one of his golf courses in Florida. The statue, which stands 45 feet tall,…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergFeb 2, 2026

In a recent development, former U.S. President Donald Trump denied any knowledge of a $500 million deal involving his family and an Abu Dhabi royal regarding a cryptocurrency venture. The deal was reportedly negotiated to sell a stake in…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergFeb 1, 2026

According to the Wall Street Journal, an Abu Dhabi royal has secretly acquired a stake in former US President Donald Trump's cryptocurrency venture. The report cites company documents and people familiar with the matter. The details of the…

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