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MARA secures $1B in funding through a Convertible Note Sale to support Bitcoin acquisitions, repurchase 2026 convertible notes, and finance operations. The 2030 maturity notes include provisions for optional conversion and redemption, offering financial flexibility while enhancing crypto investments.
 
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Donald Trump meets with billionaire Marc Rowan at Mar-a-Lago as he narrows his Treasury Secretary shortlist. With contenders like Scott Bessent and Howard Lutnick also in the mix, Rowan’s alignment with Trump on fiscal policy positions him as a leading choice. Dive into the unfolding selection process.
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Gary Gensler, the U.S. SEC Chair, plans to step down in January 2025, concluding a controversial tenure characterized by strict cryptocurrency enforcement and market reforms. His departure signals potential regulatory shifts as the SEC prepares for new leadership under the incoming administration.
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Chris Giancarlo, former CFTC chair and advocate for blockchain innovation, is under consideration for a proposed White House “crypto czar” role in the Trump administration. This position could shape U.S. crypto policy and involve collaboration with Congress and industry leaders to modernize financial systems.
 
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