Trump announced the launch of $TRUMP on his Truth Social and X accounts, framing it as a celebration of his ideals and leadership.
The token has achieved a market capitalization of over $13 billion, surging by 139% on the daily chart.
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Donald Trump has deepened his involvement in the
cryptocurrency space ahead of his January 20 inauguration. In an unexpected
move, the US President-elect launched his own memecoin, $TRUMP, this weekend
causing a wave of speculation and trading activity in the crypto market.
Within hours of its debut, the coin's price
skyrocketed from just a few cents to $14, leaving traders and analysts divided
over its legitimacy and implications for the crypto industry, CNBCNews
reported.
Trump Doubles Down on Crypto
Trump announced the launch through his official Truth
Social and X accounts, assuring skeptics that the coin is indeed linked to him.
The announcement, accompanied by the phrase "WINNING," described the
token as a celebration of his ideals and leadership.
The memecoin's sudden rise triggered skepticism among
some traders. The coin's official site claims it is a symbolic gesture rather
than a financial instrument.
"Trump Memes are intended to function as an
expression of support for, and engagement with, the ideals and beliefs embodied
by the symbol "$TRUMP" and the associated artwork, and are not
intended to be, or to be the subject of, an investment opportunity, investment
contract, or security of any type," the announcement noted.
$TRUMP, Source: CoinGecko
Despite its symbolic intent, $TRUMP quickly gained
traction among traders. Data from CoinGecko shows that $TRUMP has amassed a
market capitalization of more than $13 billion. At the time of this
publication, the memecoin traded at $67, representing a 139% surge in the daily
chart.
The crypto community initially approached the coin
with caution, questioning its authenticity. However, the use of Trump's
verified accounts and his ties to CIC Digital LLC, a firm previously involved
in his NFT projects, lent credibility to the launch.
Trump Embraces Memecoins
Trump's embrace of cryptocurrency marks a stark shift
from his earlier skepticism. Alongside his sons, he co-founded World Liberty Financial, a platform championing decentralized finance.
Official Trump $TRUMP, Source: CoinGecko
He has also previously dabbled in NFTs and pledged to
make the US a global hub for crypto innovation. The $TRUMP memecoin launch
comes days before Trump assumes office, making him the first US president to
lend his likeness to a cryptocurrency.
As $TRUMP surged, other Trump-themed tokens saw their
value plummet, with some losing as much as 50% overnight, Coindesk reported. Meanwhile, $ TRUMP's
rapid rise has positioned it as one of the most polarizing topics in the crypto
space.
Donald Trump has deepened his involvement in the
cryptocurrency space ahead of his January 20 inauguration. In an unexpected
move, the US President-elect launched his own memecoin, $TRUMP, this weekend
causing a wave of speculation and trading activity in the crypto market.
Within hours of its debut, the coin's price
skyrocketed from just a few cents to $14, leaving traders and analysts divided
over its legitimacy and implications for the crypto industry, CNBCNews
reported.
Trump Doubles Down on Crypto
Trump announced the launch through his official Truth
Social and X accounts, assuring skeptics that the coin is indeed linked to him.
The announcement, accompanied by the phrase "WINNING," described the
token as a celebration of his ideals and leadership.
The memecoin's sudden rise triggered skepticism among
some traders. The coin's official site claims it is a symbolic gesture rather
than a financial instrument.
"Trump Memes are intended to function as an
expression of support for, and engagement with, the ideals and beliefs embodied
by the symbol "$TRUMP" and the associated artwork, and are not
intended to be, or to be the subject of, an investment opportunity, investment
contract, or security of any type," the announcement noted.
$TRUMP, Source: CoinGecko
Despite its symbolic intent, $TRUMP quickly gained
traction among traders. Data from CoinGecko shows that $TRUMP has amassed a
market capitalization of more than $13 billion. At the time of this
publication, the memecoin traded at $67, representing a 139% surge in the daily
chart.
The crypto community initially approached the coin
with caution, questioning its authenticity. However, the use of Trump's
verified accounts and his ties to CIC Digital LLC, a firm previously involved
in his NFT projects, lent credibility to the launch.
Trump Embraces Memecoins
Trump's embrace of cryptocurrency marks a stark shift
from his earlier skepticism. Alongside his sons, he co-founded World Liberty Financial, a platform championing decentralized finance.
Official Trump $TRUMP, Source: CoinGecko
He has also previously dabbled in NFTs and pledged to
make the US a global hub for crypto innovation. The $TRUMP memecoin launch
comes days before Trump assumes office, making him the first US president to
lend his likeness to a cryptocurrency.
As $TRUMP surged, other Trump-themed tokens saw their
value plummet, with some losing as much as 50% overnight, Coindesk reported. Meanwhile, $ TRUMP's
rapid rise has positioned it as one of the most polarizing topics in the crypto
space.
Netflix Goes Hollywood: Set to Buy Warner Bros., Bringing Harry Potter and Friends Under One Roof
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Exness expands its presence in Africa: Inside our interview with Paul Margarites in Cape Town
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Finance Magnates met with Paul Margarites, Exness regional commercial director for Sub-Saharan Africa, during a visit to the firm’s office opening in Cape Town. In this talk, led by Andrea Badiola Mateos, Co-CEO at Finance Magnates, Paul shares views on the South African trading space, local user behavior, mobile trends, regulation, team growth, and how Exness plans to grow in more markets across the region. @Exness
Read the article at: https://www.financemagnates.com/thought-leadership/exness-expands-its-presence-in-africa-inside-our-interview-with-paul-margarites/
#exness #financemagnates #exnesstrading #CFDtrading #tradeonline #africanews #capetown
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Interview with Jas Shah
Builder | Adviser | Fintech Writer | Product Strategist
In this episode, Jonathan Fine sat down with Jas Shah, one of the most thoughtful voices in global fintech. Known for his work across advisory, product, stablecoins, and his widely read writing, Jas brings a rare combination of industry insight and plain-spoken clarity.
We talk about his first impression of the Summit, the projects that keep him busy today, and how they connect to the stablecoin panel he joined. Jas shares his view on the link between fintech, wealthtech and retail brokers, especially as firms like Revolut, eToro and Trading212 blur long-standing lines in the market.
We also explore what stablecoin adoption might look like for retail investment platforms, including a few product and UX angles that are not obvious at first glance.
To close, Jas explains how he thinks about writing, and how he approaches “shipping” pieces that spark debate across the industry.
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
Vitalii Bulynin Talks About Versus Trade, New Pairs, and Big Plans
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
In this interview, Versus Trade Co-Founder Vitalii Bulynin explains how the company got its license fast, why its trading pairs are fresh and fun, and what the team will build next.
He also discusses the most active pairs, the IB and MIB plans, and hiring needs for new markets.
Watch the whole talk to learn more about how Versus Trade works and where it is heading.
#financemagnates #VersusTrade #TradingPairs #BTCvsGold #goldtrading #innovation
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
Marketing in 2026 Audiences, Costs, and Smarter AI
As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
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As brokers eye B2B business and compete with fintechs and crypto exchanges alike, marketers need to act wisely with often limited budgets. AI can offer scalable solutions, but only if used properly.
Join seasoned marketing executives and specialists as they discuss the main challenges they identify in financial services in 2026 and how they address them.
Attendees of this session will walk away with:
- A nuts-and-bolts account of acquisition costs across platforms and geos
- Analysis of today’s multi-layered audience segments and differences in behaviour
- First-hand account of how global brokers balance consistency and local flavour
- Notes from the field about intelligently using AI and automation in marketing
Speakers:
-Yam Yehoshua, Editor-In-Chief at Finance Magnates
-Federico Paderni, Managing Director for Growth Markets in Europe at X
-Jo Benton, Chief Marketing Officer, Consulting | Fractional CMO
-Itai Levitan, Head of Strategy at investingLive
-Roberto Napolitano, CMO at Innovate Finance
-Tony Cross, Director at Monk Communications
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #FintechMarketing #AI #DigitalStrategy #Fintech #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
Fail Better Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks
Fail Better Trading Tech to Tackle Industry Risks
Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
Much like their traders in the market, brokers must diversify to manage risk and stay resilient. But that can get costly, clunky, and lengthy.
This candid panel brings together builders across the trading infrastructure space to uncover the shifting dynamics behind tools, interfaces, and full-stack ambitions.
Attendees will hear:
-Why platform dependency has become one of the most overlooked risks in the trading business?
-Buy vs. build: What do hybrid models look like, and why are industry graveyards filled with failed ‘killer apps’?
-How AI is already changing execution, risk, and reporting—and what’s next?
-Which features, assets, and tools gain the most traction, and where brokers should look for tech-driven retention?
Speakers:
-Stephen Miles, Chief Revenue Officer at FYNXT
-John Morris, Co-Founder at FXBlue
-Matthew Smith, Group Chair & CEO at EC Markets
-Tom Higgins, Founder & CEO at Gold-i
-Gil Ben Hur, Founder at 5% Group
#fmls #fmls25 #fmevents #Brokers #Trading #Fintech #FintechInnovation #TradingTechnology #Innovation
Connect with us at:
🔗 LinkedIn: / financemagnates-events
👍 Facebook: / financemagnatesevents
📸 Instagram: / fmevents_official
🐦 Twitter: / f_m_events
🎥 TikTok: / fmevents_official
