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Story: Trump’s Crypto Empire Grows as Japan Bets on Bitcoin and SEC Freezes ETF Hopes

By MikeT

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SEC Hits the Brakes on Crypto Index ETFs. The U.S. SEC has sent a mixed signal to the crypto investment community.

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Japanese Manufacturer Kitabou Embraces Bitcoin for Treasury. In a surprising move from the traditional corporate world, Kitabou Co.

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Trump-Linked DeFi Platform Deepens Ethereum Investment. The Trump family’s crypto platform, World Liberty Financial (WLFI), is ramping up its Ethereum…

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A Growing Divide Between Institutions and Regulators. While traditional institutions and political families are increasing their crypto involvement, the…

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Final Thoughts. This week’s crypto developments highlight the growing adoption of digital assets among traditional…

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The crypto market is once again seeing a surge in institutional and political involvement. From the United States to Japan, digital asset strategies are evolving fast.

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The U.S. SEC has sent a mixed signal to the crypto investment community. While initially granting conditional approval for Bitwise’s $1.

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Bitwise’s proposed ETF is made up primarily of Bitcoin and Ethereum, comprising 90% of the fund’s holdings. The remaining portion includes eight other digital assets.

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Market analysts believe the SEC remains cautious about ETF products that include altcoins not yet individually approved.

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In a surprising move from the traditional corporate world, Kitabou Co.—a textile manufacturer based in Hakusan City, Japan—is joining the ranks of companies adding Bitcoin to…

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But Kitabou’s crypto ambitions go beyond just holding BTC. The firm also intends to lend a portion of its holdings to crypto companies to earn passive income through interest.

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In addition to its treasury investment, Kitabou is allocating $1.3 million toward cryptocurrency mining infrastructure. These operations are expected to roll out by December 2028.

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Kitabou’s decision to pivot into the crypto space is notable, especially considering its deep roots in traditional manufacturing.

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Over the past six days, the total Ethereum acquired by WLFI exceeds 5,600 ETH, worth around $19.5 million. The average purchase price was about $3,470 per ETH.

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This accumulation strategy goes far beyond typical dollar-cost averaging and points toward a calculated, high-conviction play.

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