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Trump’s crypto token hits $9.2b ahead of inauguration

Donald Trump’s cryptocurrency token, $Trump, achieved a market capitalization of US$9.2 billion on January 20, as reported by CoinMarketCap.

The token experienced a 73% increase, reaching a price of US$46.06 during Asian trading hours, with a 24-hour trading volume of US$42.2 billion.

The launch of $Trump coincides with Trump’s anticipated return to the White House.

His presidency will officially commence at 12 p.m. ET (5 p.m GMT) on January 20, with the cryptocurrency sector monitoring potential regulatory changes closely.

Recent cryptocurrency developments

Timeline
19-Jan-2025 💰 Trump launches cryptocurrency, reaches $32b valuation
  • Trump launches $Trump cryptocurrency, valued at $32B.
  • Coin surged 600% shortly after its Jan. 17 release.
04-Jan-2025 📈 Cryptocurrency prices surge this year as bitcoin, altcoins gain
  • Bitcoin rises 2.9% to $97,526 this week
  • Altcoins gain momentum; market optimism grows
17-Aug-2021 🚀 Philippine cryptocurrency exchange startup gets $12.5m in funding
  • PDAX raises $12.5M from UK VC, others.
  • User base grew 25x since lockdowns; major growth.
14-Feb-2019 💰 In brief: Cryptocurrency traders in Indonesia object to new futures rules
  • New rules impose high capital for crypto traders
  • Traders must comply with strict regulations now
14-Feb-2019 💰 Cryptocurrency 101: What is a stablecoin?
  • Stablecoins offer stability in volatile crypto market.
  • Common types include fiat-backed and algorithmic stablecoins.

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