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Trump’s Crypto Game Gambit Raises Eyebrows in Blockchain Space
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April 16, 2025
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📈 Preview On Today’s News:
- Trump’s Crypto Game Plans Raises Eyebrows in Blockchain Space
- Bitcoin Mirage: El Salvador’s Crypto Dream Falters Amid Regulatory Chaos
- Crypto Becomes Refuge as U.S.-China Trade War Threatens Global Stability
Keep reading below for more!
Today’s News:
1)
Trump’s Crypto Game Plans Raises Eyebrows in Blockchain Space
Donald Trump is venturing further into the crypto world with plans to launch a blockchain-integrated video game by April 2025, in partnership with entrepreneur Bill Zanker. While public statements deny ties to Monopoly, similarities have stirred speculation, especially given Trump’s history with Monopoly-style projects. The game’s blockchain elements are yet to be detailed, raising questions about its real-world utility, tokenomics, and regulatory scrutiny. With Hasbro confirming it has not licensed any Monopoly IP, potential legal challenges loom. The crypto community remains divided, watching closely for innovation or controversy amid a broader trend toward gamified token adoption.
Donald Trump is collaborating with Bill Zanker to launch a blockchain-based game in April 2025, sparking intrigue over its resemblance to Monopoly and potential IP issues.
Despite the lack of token integration details, the project could drive blockchain adoption in gaming or face regulatory and legal headwinds due to its high-profile nature.
2)
Bitcoin Mirage: El Salvador’s Crypto Dream Falters Amid Regulatory Chaos
El Salvador’s historic embrace of Bitcoin is unraveling, as only 11% of registered crypto businesses remain active despite sweeping legislative support. Of the 181 companies listed with the Central Bank, 89% have failed to meet legal standards, including cybersecurity, anti-money laundering (AML), and transparency requirements. In a contradictory move, the government continues to acquire Bitcoin—even as the IMF, tied to a $1.4 billion loan agreement, urges El Salvador to reduce its Bitcoin exposure. Meanwhile, actual adoption is strikingly low: fewer than 10% of Salvadorans use the Chivo Wallet, and flagship initiatives like Bitcoin Beach are losing relevance due to gentrification and limited local engagement. Once a crypto pioneer, El Salvador now stands at a crossroads, with its digital currency vision losing traction on the ground.
89% of El Salvador’s registered Bitcoin businesses are inactive, failing to comply with AML, cybersecurity, and financial transparency standards.
Public adoption remains minimal, with under 10% using Chivo Wallet, while IMF pressure clashes with the government’s continued Bitcoin accumulation.
3)
Crypto Becomes Refuge as U.S.-China Trade War Threatens Global Stability
Ongoing tensions between the U.S. and China have reignited global trade war concerns, unsettling major financial markets and weakening the U.S. dollar. Amid stalled negotiations and warnings from financial leaders like JPMorgan CEO Jamie Dimon, investor confidence has plummeted, prompting a shift toward alternative assets. As traditional markets falter, cryptocurrencies—particularly Bitcoin—are emerging as a perceived safe haven. Institutional investors have withdrawn over $467 million in BTC from exchanges in just 24 hours, signaling growing demand. While speculative frenzy remains absent, analysts believe a bullish reversal could materialize later in 2025.
Geopolitical tensions between the U.S. and China have shaken global markets, driving inflation fears and weakening the U.S. dollar.
Institutional investors are flocking to Bitcoin as a hedge, with over $467M withdrawn from exchanges, positioning crypto as a potential safe haven amid global instability.
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