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Amid US Treasury Crypto Reserve Split Opinions, Could It Mean Good News for Best Meme Coins Like Meme Index?

US President Donald Trump announced yesterday that altcoins will be included in the government’s crypto strategic reserve. It’s an interesting move that has been met with mixed reactions. Could we potentially see meme coin indexes being added to the reserve? Bitcoin was initially the only cryptocurrency expected to feature in the US crypto reserve. However, Trump’s recent announcement means Ether, XRP, Solana, and Cardano are also expected to be included. The cryptocurrency market has been buoyed by the news, with Reuters reporting a 10% increase in the hours following Trump’s announcement on his social media platform Truth Social. It’s a welcome sight after a dismal week during which $BTC sunk to below $79K. Let’s see what this means for the industry. Crypto Heavyweights Weigh in on Trump’s Big News Whitehouse AI and crypto czar David Sacks quickly took to X in support of the president. Other crypto heavyweights, however, aren’t as convinced. ‘Nothing new here. Just words,’ was BitMex co-founder Arthur Hayes’ response to Sacks’ post. Hayes also pointed out that congressional backing would be needed to add altcoins to the proposed strategic reserve. Binance founder and former CEO Changpeng Zhao had a more optimistic response, writing on X that ‘it’s a fantastic start of something really good. Be happy. Keep building.’ He went on to say that ‘more “valuable crypto” are likely to be added over time. More countries will follow. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong also voiced his thoughts on X , saying it would probably be best not to add altcoins to the reserve. But, he added, ‘if folks wanted more variety, you could do a market cap weighted index of crypto assets to keep it unbiased.’ Will Meme Coin Indexes Ever be Included in the US Crypto Reserve? For now it appears Trump’s focus is on adding OG altcoins – $ETH, $ADA, $SOL, and $XRP to the reserve. But that’s not to say the best meme coins are out for the count. Bear in mind that 2024 was a magnificent year for the meme coin market. According to a report by CEX.io , its collective market capitalization grew by 330%, while meme coins’ share of the altcoin market volume went up by 350%. In other words, investors are sitting up and taking notice. That’s why $DOGE, $SHIB, $PEPE, and co should be taken seriously. And it’s not just the meme coin OGs we’re talking about. Newcomers to the market such as Solaxy ($SOLX), MIND of Pepe ($MIND), and Meme Index ($MEMEX) are potential game changers. $MEMEX in particular has a very attractive proposition – asset diversification. This, by the way, is why Trump wants to add altcoins to the strategic reserve. After all, there are few better ways to manage risk than through diversification. Meme Index is the world’s first decentralized meme coin index. Currently in presale, it gives investors exposure to the meme coin market but with varying volatility levels. $MEMEX does this through four meme coin baskets (indexes) – Titan, Moonshot, Midcap, and Frenzy. The Titan Index includes the meme coin market big boys, among them $DOGE and $FLOKI. Investing in this index may mean slower rewards, but low volatility is a definite plus. The Frenzy Index is on the other end of the spectrum. Hot, trending meme coins with high volatility but potentially explosive gains. This one will appeal to degens with no fear in their eyes who laugh at the risk. Somewhere in the middle are the Moonshot and Midcap indexes – a more gentle balance of lower volatility than the Frenzy Index, and potentially better rewards than the Titan Index. Wrapping Up As the past couple of weeks more than reminded us, the crypto market can be unpredictable, to say the least. That’s why we believe $MEMEX could very well be one of this year’s best altcoins to invest in . And with the presale soon set to end, there’s no better time to climb on board. Since launching in early December, the $MEMEX presale has raised close to $4M. And right now, 1 $MEMEX costs $0.0166883 (with 583% staking rewards). Check out our full guide on how to get your hands on $MEMEX before the presale ends in just four weeks. Be sure to DYOR research too, though. The official Meme Index whitepaper is a good starting point, and visit the $MEMEX Telegram and X channels for regular updates. And who knows… Now that altcoins are set to join Bitcoin in Trump’s strategic reserve, perhaps it won’t be long until $DOGE, $PEPE, $MEMEX, and other top meme coins are added to the growing list. CoinOtag

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A win for fairness

Today marks a pivotal moment for Kraken. The SEC staff has agreed in principle to dismiss its lawsuit against Kraken with prejudice, with no admission of wrongdoing, no penalties paid and no changes to our business. The SEC’s decision to dismiss its lawsuit against us (and many others) is more than just a legal victory — it’s a turning point for the future of crypto in the U.S. It ends a wasteful, politically motivated campaign, lifts uncertainty that stifled innovation and investment, and clears the path toward a stable, forward-thinking regulatory regime. We appreciate the new leadership both at the White House and the Commission that led to this change. Their bold and thoughtful leadership will lead to a new era of U.S. crypto innovation. The end of a politically motivated campaign Since our inception, Kraken has operated with integrity and dedication to doing the right thing. The SEC’s lawsuit, which mischaracterized our consistent business model, was always without merit. This dismissal confirms what we’ve said all along : Regulatory actions must be based on facts, not political agendas. This case was never about protecting investors — it and other enforcement actions clouded instead of clarified. It undermined a nascent industry that repeatedly urged clear rules of the road. Instead of engaging in that hard but necessary work, prior leadership at the SEC and throughout the government took a regulation-by-enforcement approach that stifled progress and disadvantaged the U.S. against other countries who fostered innovation through fair and transparent digital asset regulatory regimes. Ready to unleash innovation and investment This dismissal lifts that cloud of uncertainty. It reaffirms that businesses like Kraken, which prioritize compliance and consumer protection, should not be subject to arbitrary legal battles. A stable, predictable regulatory framework will encourage responsible growth, attract investment and ensure the U.S. remains competitive in the global digital asset economy. Strengthening economic opportunity for Americans Crypto is more than just technology — it’s a pathway to financial empowerment. Millions of Americans rely on Kraken to access digital assets and take control of their financial journeys. Regulatory overreach doesn’t just harm businesses; it limits opportunities for everyday people looking for alternative financial tools. Today’s decision is a step toward a more inclusive financial system — one where individuals, not government overreach, shape their own economic futures. By embracing crypto innovation, the U.S. can unlock new avenues for economic prosperity and financial freedom. Charting a path toward clearer regulations While today’s decision is a major victory, it also serves as a call to action for clearer, more forward-thinking regulatory policies . Kraken remains committed to working alongside policymakers and regulators to establish guidelines that protect consumers while fostering technological progress. We are pleased that leadership in Congress and Commissioner Peirce’s Crypto Task Force are taking up this difficult, mandatory work to put in place real, forward-thinking legislation and regulation. These steps will ensure that we never return to regulation by enforcement. On with the mission: Accelerating the adoption of crypto As we close this chapter, Kraken reaffirms its commitment to pioneering a future where innovation and responsible regulation go hand in hand. We will continue to engage with industry stakeholders and regulatory bodies to promote clarity, fairness and progress in digital finance, while continuing to protect the right to freedom and privacy on behalf of our clients. Our journey is far from over. The path ahead is one of continued innovation, strategic collaboration and unwavering dedication to building a more inclusive financial future. These materials are for general information purposes only and are not investment advice or a recommendation or solicitation to buy, sell, stake or hold any cryptoasset or to engage in any specific trading strategy. Kraken does not and will not work to increase or decrease the price of any particular cryptoasset it makes available. Some crypto products and markets are regulated and others are unregulated; regardless, Kraken may or may not be required to be registered or otherwise authorised to provide specific products and services in each market, and you may not be protected by government compensation and/or regulatory protection schemes. The unpredictable nature of the cryptoasset markets can lead to loss of funds. Tax may be payable on any return and/or on any increase in the value of your cryptoassets and you should seek independent advice on your taxation position. Geographic restrictions may apply. See Legal Disclosures for each jurisdiction here . The post A win for fairness appeared first on Kraken Blog . CoinOtag