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Image: crypto.newsWhite House Teleprompter Operator Departs Amid Trump Speech Betting Investigation: Not Officially Confirmed
According to crypto.news, a White House teleprompter operator, Gabriel Perez, has left federal employment amid allegations of profiting from advance access to President Donald Trump’s speeches by trading on the Kalshi prediction market. The case, not officially confirmed, is under regulatory investigation, with most reported profits frozen and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) continuing its inquiry. The White House has confirmed Perez’s departure but has not clarified whether he resigned or was dismissed. This report is based on media coverage and remains unverified by official sources.
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crypto.newsWhite House Teleprompter Operator Departs Amid Trump Speech Betting Investigation: Not Officially Confirmed
According to crypto.news, a White House teleprompter operator, Gabriel Perez, has left federal employment amid allegations of profiting from advance access to President Donald Trump’s speeches by trading on the Kalshi prediction market. The case, not officially confirmed, is under regulatory investigation, with most reported profits frozen and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) continuing its inquiry. The White House has confirmed Perez’s departure but has not clarified whether he resigned or was dismissed. This report is based on media coverage and remains unverified by official sources.
crypto.newsUzbekistan's Beshkala Mining Valley: Reported Regulatory Framework and Incentives for Crypto Mining
According to crypto.news, Uzbekistan has reportedly established the Beshkala Mining Valley across Karakalpakstan, introducing tax exemptions, expanded energy options, and a dedicated regulatory framework to attract licensed crypto mining companies. The initiative, under a presidential resolution effective April 20, is not officially confirmed and aims to integrate mining operations with regional development plans. Licensed miners are required to keep proceeds within Uzbek banks and operate under state supervision. The reported framework offers flexibility in energy sources and financial incentives, but remains unverified by official sources.
decrypt.co via LBankSEC Chair Atkins Signals Readiness to Regulate Crypto if Clarity Act Stalls
According to LBank News, referencing decrypt.co, SEC Chair Paul Atkins stated the agency is prepared to issue its own crypto regulations if the Clarity Act fails to pass the Senate. The Clarity Act, which would assign the CFTC exclusive jurisdiction over digital commodity spot markets, has passed the House and Senate Banking Committee but awaits a Senate floor vote. Atkins emphasized that only a statute can provide lasting regulatory certainty, but the SEC stands ready to act if Congress does not. These developments are not officially confirmed and remain based on media reporting.
crypto.newsClear Creek Financial Management's $15M Crypto ETF Portfolio Disclosure: Not Officially Confirmed
Clear Creek Financial Management reportedly disclosed a $15.1 million portfolio across Bitcoin, Ethereum, XRP, and Solana exchange-traded funds in its latest US regulatory filing, according to crypto.news. The largest position was in the Bitwise Bitcoin ETF, with additional holdings in BlackRock and Grayscale Bitcoin ETFs. Ethereum, XRP, and Solana ETFs were also included, broadening the firm's crypto exposure. This information is not officially confirmed and is based solely on media reporting.
CoinDeskWall Street Endorsements for the Clarity Act: Reported Support Amid Senate Deadline Pressure
According to CoinDesk, several major Wall Street firms, including BlackRock, Fidelity, Franklin Templeton, Goldman Sachs, and SoFi, have publicly endorsed the Clarity Act, a crypto market structure bill, as the U.S. Senate faces a tightening timeline to advance the legislation. The reported support marks a significant moment for the bill, but the information is not officially confirmed. The endorsements highlight a growing divide within traditional finance regarding crypto regulation, with JPMorgan and Coinbase taking opposing positions on key provisions. The Senate's schedule and ongoing negotiations add further uncertainty to the bill's progress.
crypto.newsEX DeFi Cloud Mining Gains Attention Amid US Clarity Act Progress: Market Impact Not Officially Confirmed
According to crypto.news, ongoing volatility in the cryptocurrency market and regulatory developments, including the continued progress of the US Clarity Act, are driving increased interest in cloud mining platforms such as EX DeFi. Despite expectations that clearer regulation would boost Bitcoin and Ethereum prices, the market has not seen sustained upward movement. EX DeFi has reportedly enabled holders to earn substantial monthly returns, but these claims are not officially confirmed.