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London’s ‘Joe Rogan’ and crypto advocate Brian Rose makes bid for mayor
30.4.2024
The former Wall Street and City of London banker is making his second bid to become mayor of London
Indonesia’s Election Results May Be Good for Crypto, Industry Watchers Say
30.4.2024
Indonesia’s presidential election in February initially ended in controversy when the winning duo claimed victory before official results were released
Ahead of EU Elections, Crypto Industry Pushes Blockchain Merits as Policy Focus Shifts to AI
30.4.2024
Industry watchers are hoping for a younger, tech-savvy cohort of politicians that can push innovation-friendly policy forward
South Africa’s Election Won’t Interfere With Crypto Policy: Industry Watchers
29.4.2024
South Africa's upcoming election isn't expected to derail the country's agenda for digital assets, several members of the crypto community told CoinDesk
Japan's Embrace of Web3 Uncertain as Ruling Party Under Threat
29.4.2024
Liberal Democratic Party leader and Prime Minister Fumio Kishida once called Web3 a “new form of capitalism,” but he faces a party leadership election in September
Warren Rival for Senate Race John Deaton Argues for Coinbase in SEC Challenge
26.4.2024
Lawyer-turned-politician John Deaton further reinforced his credentials as an outspoken crypto ally on Friday, filing a friend-of-the-court brief in Coinbase Inc.'s (COIN) effort to get a higher U.S. court to rule on a central question about when a digital token qualifies as a security
Will A Stablecoin Bill Really Be Passed Before The U.S. Presidential Election? The DGC Policy Officer Cody Carbone Weighs In
25.4.2024
Between Representatives Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand’s new stablecoin bill and Congresswoman Maxine Waters’ renewed optimism in stablecoin legislation, will a new law regulating the cryptocurrencies be enacted anytime soon? The Digital Chamber's Chief Policy Officer, Cody Carbone, weighs...
What’s at Stake for Crypto in India As the World’s Largest Democracy Is in the Midst of Its National Election?
24.4.2024
India’s general election in 2024 is not expected to immediately affect crypto policy, and its current – restrictive – rules are expected to continue on through the upcoming Parliamentary term
In Mexico’s Biggest Election Yet, Crypto Remains on the Sidelines
24.4.2024
Mexico is poised to have its biggest election ever in a few weeks, with 100 million voters choosing 628 elected officials, thousands of local officials and the president. And crypto issues will remain on the sidelines during the campaign
Robert F. Kennedy Jr Wants to Move US Budget Management to the Blockchain
22.4.2024
Robert F. Kennedy Jr., a candidate for the United States presidential election, is dedicated to implementing blockchain technology to change the US budget system. At a Michigan campaign rally on April 21, he announced his plans, saying that the change would allow Americans to see "every budget item...
Crypto PAC Spent Millions to Get Alabama Candidate on Path Toward Congress
17.4.2024
Shomari Figures, a Washington insider with a lengthy progressive resume, didn't pull in the most money in direct contributions as he sought one of Alabama's seats in the U.S. House of Representatives. Still, the crypto-friendly candidate dominated the crowded field of fellow Democrats and then...
UK Set To Launch New Crypto Staking And Stablecoin Legislation By July, Economic Secretary Bim Afolami Says
15.4.2024
The UK is set to introduce new crypto staking and stablecoin legislation by July, according to recent remarks by Economic Secretary Bim Afolami. Afolami previously hinted at the legislation in February as the current conservative-led government aims to introduce new regulation ahead of this year's...
‘I'm a Pro-Freedom Candidate’: John Deaton on his Senate Race With Elizabeth Warren
15.4.2024
The election pits a fierce crypto advocate against one of its biggest political opponents. Deaton is a speaker at this year's Consensus festival, in May
Presidential Election Betting Surges as Odds Tighten on Polymarket
13.4.2024
The competition has notably intensified in recent months for the 2024 U.S. presidential election, as indicated by the prediction market platform Polymarket. Just two months ago, former President Donald Trump was ahead with a 52% lead, while incumbent Joe Biden was at 33%. Current figures from...
Crypto Lawyer John Deaton Is Outraising Elizabeth Warren In Election Campaign
13.4.2024
John Deaton, a beacon of the crypto industry running for U.S. senate, is beginning to look like a legitimate threat to Elizabeth Warren's seat.
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London Mayoral Candidate Brian Rose Plans To Give Constituents £100 Worth Of New Crypto Token If Elected
11.4.2024
Brian Rose, a candidate for mayor of London, revealed he would give city residents £100 worth of a new crypto token if elected as part of his plans to make the capital a “crypto-friendly city,” a statement posted by the mayoral hopeful posted to X reveals. If elected, Londoners would have...
South Korean Election: How Will 6 Million Crypto Traders Vote?
10.4.2024
South Korean election results could hinge on the voting intentions of the country’s six million crypto traders, reports claimed April 9.
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Republican Sen. Tillis Calls for ‘Light’ Crypto Regulatory Framework Ahead of Presidential Election
9.4.2024
Lawmakers on both sides of the aisle urged the need for new crypto laws on Tuesday, as Deputy Treasury Secretary Wally Adeyemo asked for “additional tools” to effectively crack down on illicit crypto financing
Lummis: Crypto Will Erupt as Big Issue in Senate Races Including Banking Chair Brown's
9.4.2024
U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis (R-Wyo.) said that the high-stakes Ohio election that could decide both the Senate majority and the leadership of the Senate Banking Committee is likely to dig into cryptocurrency issues, and she encouraged industry insiders to make sure it does
South Korea’s April 10 Election: What’s at Stake for the Crypto Universe
9.4.2024
On April 10, 2024, South Korea is heading into its legislative polls which will see multiple parties and coalitions battle it out for 300 seats in the national assembly and political analysts say it will be difficult for either party to get a majority, making any group of voters, including crypto...