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Trump-Backed Crypto Company Promotes ‘Shit Piss Skin Can’ Coin

Title: Controversy over Trump-Backed Crypto Company's Questionable Coin The article reports on a controversy surrounding a cryptocurrency company backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, which has promoted a coin with an unusual and controversial name. The article highlights comments on the social media platform X (formerly Twitter), where one user complained about the "boring insider trading" associated with the company. The article does not provide further details on the specifics of the cryptocurrency or the company's activities. However, it suggests that the promotion of a coin with an unconventional and potentially offensive name has sparked criticism and concern among some individuals within the cryptocurrency community. The article remains objective in its reporting, focusing on the key facts and avoiding any overt bias or political commentary. It presents the issue as a controversy surrounding the Trump-backed crypto company's questionable marketing practices, without making any explicit judgments or conclusions.

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Dec 17, 2025·NYTT2 · Outlet report
What Trump’s Embrace of Crypto Has Unleashed

The article discusses the impact of former President Donald Trump's embrace of cryptocurrency on the industry. It notes that Trump's endorsement has led to a surge of new crypto ventures going public, attracting investors and encouraging…

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What Trump’s Embrace of Crypto Has Unleashed

The article discusses the impact of former President Donald Trump's embrace of cryptocurrency on the industry. It notes that Trump's endorsement has led to a surge of new crypto ventures going public, attracting…

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Dec 16, 2025·EngadgetT2 · Outlet report
PayPal applies to become a bank under Trump's looser financial rules

PayPal, the online payment platform, has applied to become a bank in the United States. The company has submitted applications to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Utah Department of Financial…

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Dec 14, 2025·The GuardianT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Why celebrities are loving crypto again in Trump’s second term

In the article, it is reported that celebrities have once again begun to promote cryptocurrencies, particularly in the context of Donald Trump's second term as president. The article focuses on the case of Tristan…

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Dec 11, 2025·GizmodoT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Convicted Crypto Wallet Developer Warns Miners Will Be Next in Bitcoin Crackdown

The article discusses the concerns raised by a convicted crypto wallet developer, who warns that bitcoin miners could be the next target in the government's crackdown on the cryptocurrency industry. The developer, who…

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Dec 9, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Trump Ally Plots Gamified Bid to Boost Memecoin After 87% Crash

The article discusses the efforts of a Trump ally to boost the value of a meme cryptocurrency that has seen an 87% crash since its launch. The cryptocurrency in question is the President Donald Trump-branded coin, which…

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Dec 9, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet reportKEY MOMENT
Expect Half of DATs to Consolidate: David Bailey

According to David Bailey, the CEO and Chairman of KindlyMD, who has connections to various digital-asset treasury firms (DATs), he expects around half of these companies to consolidate by next year. Bailey, who is…

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Dec 9, 2025·BloombergT2 · Outlet report
Slump of DATs, Crypto's Influence on Trump: David Bailey

In a recent interview with Bloomberg Crypto, David Bailey, the Chairman and CEO of KindlyMD, discussed the current state of the crypto market and its potential influence on the upcoming US midterm elections. Bailey, who…

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Trump-Backed Crypto Company Promotes ‘Shit Piss Skin Can’ Coin

Title: Controversy over Trump-Backed Crypto Company's Questionable Coin The article reports on a controversy surrounding a cryptocurrency company backed by former U.S. President Donald Trump, which has promoted a coin…

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T2 · Outlet reportNYTDec 17, 2025

The article discusses the impact of former President Donald Trump's embrace of cryptocurrency on the industry. It notes that Trump's endorsement has led to a surge of new crypto ventures going public, attracting investors and encouraging…

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T2 · Outlet reportEngadgetDec 16, 2025

PayPal, the online payment platform, has applied to become a bank in the United States. The company has submitted applications to the Federal Deposit Insurance Corporation (FDIC) and the Utah Department of Financial Institutions (UDFI) to…

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T2 · Outlet reportThe GuardianDec 14, 2025

In the article, it is reported that celebrities have once again begun to promote cryptocurrencies, particularly in the context of Donald Trump's second term as president. The article focuses on the case of Tristan Thompson, a professional…

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T2 · Outlet reportGizmodoDec 11, 2025

The article discusses the concerns raised by a convicted crypto wallet developer, who warns that bitcoin miners could be the next target in the government's crackdown on the cryptocurrency industry. The developer, who was convicted for his…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergDec 9, 2025

The article discusses the efforts of a Trump ally to boost the value of a meme cryptocurrency that has seen an 87% crash since its launch. The cryptocurrency in question is the President Donald Trump-branded coin, which has been struggling…

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T2 · Outlet reportBloombergDec 9, 2025

According to David Bailey, the CEO and Chairman of KindlyMD, who has connections to various digital-asset treasury firms (DATs), he expects around half of these companies to consolidate by next year. Bailey, who is credited with converting…

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