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Melania Trump launches new crypto coin

On January 20, 2025, a new cryptocurrency project called “The Official Melania Meme” was launched.

The token, known as $Melania, is now available for purchase.

Details regarding the project can be found on its website, melaniameme.com.

Meanwhile, President-elect Donald Trump has launched a new cryptocurrency called $Trump, achieving a market valuation of US$32 billion shortly after its introduction.

Recent Cryptocurrency developments

Timeline
19-Jan-2025 💰 Trump launches cryptocurrency, reaches $32b valuation
  • $Trump cryptocurrency launched, valued at $32B
  • Coin surged 600% shortly after debut event ‘Crypto Ball’
04-Jan-2025 🚀 Cryptocurrency prices surge this year as bitcoin, altcoins gain
  • Bitcoin rises 2.9% to $97,526 amid crypto surge
  • Altcoins and crypto stocks see notable gains this week
17-Aug-2021 💰 Philippine cryptocurrency exchange startup gets $12.5m in funding
  • PDAX secures $12.5M funding led by UK VC.
  • User growth surged 25x since Covid-19 lockdowns.
14-Feb-2019 💰 In brief: Cryptocurrency traders in Indonesia object to new futures rules
  • New rules raise minimum capital for crypto traders.
  • Traders face strict operational requirements in Indonesia.
14-Feb-2019 🔗 Cryptocurrency 101: What is a stablecoin?
  • Stablecoins offer stability in volatile crypto markets.
  • They are used for trading and everyday transactions.

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