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March 3, 2025
The rebound comes amid a planned crypto summit hosted by Donald Trump and BlackRock’s inclusion of bitcoin in its model portfolios. What to know: The cryptocurrency market is showing initial signs of recovery from its worst month in three years after the price of bitcoin (BTC) plunged to $78,000 in a week that saw the space’s total…
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February 27, 2025
SB 110 allocates funds for mobile health care units, preventive care, EMT training, and increased Medicaid reimbursements in rural Florida. The Florida Senate aims to deliver much-needed relief to the state’s rural communities through Senate President Ben Albritton’s “Rural Renaissance” legislative proposal. These communities have historically faced significant challenges in accessing essential services. The Florida Hospital Association…
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February 24, 2025
The exchange, facing a bank run and needing to process withdrawals, worked to secure a loan and developed new software to access frozen funds. What to know: Major cryptocurrency exchange Bybit has seen total outflows of over $5.5 billion after it suffered a near $1.5 billion hack that saw hackers, believed to be from North Korea’s Lazarus…
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February 21, 2025
An opposition lawmaker said the president should be impeached after promoting and then withdrawing his support for the token. What to know: Argentina’s President Javier Milei is facing impeachment threats after endorsing a cryptocurrency called LIBRA, purportedly intended to support small businesses, which instead crashed and lost billions of dollars in value within hours, according to Reuters.…
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February 18, 2025
“Bitcoin mining companies serve as important employers and taxpayers in their local communities,” the report on US Bitcoin mining read. The Bitcoin mining industry has already created over 31,000 jobs in the United States both directly through mining operations and indirectly through supporting industries despite being a nascent sector, a recently published report found. According to…
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February 13, 2025
Berlín, a city of 20,000 people, is home to El Salvador’s second Bitcoin circular economy. “Bitcoin City already exists. It’s called Berlín,” said one resident. What to know: In El Salvador, about two hours away from the capital, up in the mountains, lies a town named Berlín. It’s a mid-sized city by Salvadoran standards, with…
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February 10, 2025
With President Trump preparing his agenda to exploring innovative financial strategies to counter inflation, including via the creation of a U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve, the idea of creating state-held bitcoin reserves has gained traction. Roundtable anchor, Rob Nelson, discussed this intriguing possibility with Samuel Armes, founder of the Florida Blockchain Business Association, and Lee Bratcher, president of…
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February 3, 2025
Crypto businesses weigh U.S. opportunities against regulatory risks, seeking clarity for sustainable growth. As the United States grapples with how to foster a favorable environment for digital assets, experts are emphasizing the importance of clear regulations and a shift in federal attitudes. Roundtable anchor, Rob Nelson, led a conversation with Samuel Armes, Founder…
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January 29, 2025
What to Know: The DeSantis appointee is getting a head start on next year’s electioneering. Florida Attorney General Ashley Moody hasn’t been sworn into the Senate yet, but she’s already eyeing her first federal election next year. Moody, whom Gov. Ron DeSantis announced as the replacement for future Secretary of State Marco Rubio once the exiting Senator is confirmed by his…
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