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Trump vs. Melania: Meme Coin Showdown Rocks Crypto Market on Inauguration Eve!
Welcome to the crypto presidency. On the eve of Donald Trump’s presidential inauguration, the crypto world was rocked by an unprecedented “meme coin war” between the President-elect and his wife, Melania Trump. The $TRUMP coin, launched just days ago, saw its meteoric rise abruptly halted as Melania unexpectedly unveiled her own $MELANIA token, causing a seismic shift in the market.
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The Billionaire Era: How Wealth Supremacy and Oligarchs are Dismantling Democracy in 2025!
In 2024, the world witnessed an unprecedented surge in billionaire wealth, with fortunes swelling by a staggering $2 trillion—an increase occurring at a rate three times faster than the previous year. This translates to an astonishing $5.7 billion amassed daily. Simultaneously, the global poverty rate has remained virtually unchanged since 1990.
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CFTC Seeks $338.7 Million Fine Against Yukom Enterprises Operators: A Landmark Blow Against Binary Options Fraud!
The U.S. CFTC is pursuing a $338.7 million penalty against Yukom Enterprises and its operators, Yossi Herzog and Lee Elbaz, for orchestrating a global binary options fraud. Elbaz, the former CEO of Yukom, is currently serving a 22-year prison sentence for wire fraud, while her boss, Yossi Herzog, remains on the run.
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Investor Briefing: Developments in the TikTok Situation in the U.S.
Trump’s pledge to ‘save TikTok’ by proposing a U.S. government stake in the platform signals a dramatic shift in the regulatory approach to foreign-owned tech companies. Meanwhile, Elon Musk’s demand for reciprocal access to China for X adds a global dimension to the debate, setting the stage for a pivotal moment in digital trade relations.
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Exposing the Dark Side of Online Gambling: Whistleblower Reveals Alarming Tactics of Illegal Platforms in the UK!
A whistleblower has courageously stepped forward to expose the alarming operations of unlicensed online gambling platforms targeting vulnerable individuals in the UK. These platforms, operating under offshore licenses, exploit problem gamblers, circumvent self-exclusion systems, and engage in illegal payment practices.
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Attention: Serious Claim Against Illegal Gambling Schemes in Curacao and Malta!
FinTelegram has received a detailed complaint from a Portuguese player against Slott Casino and its affiliated companies. This report analyzes the complaint and provides context regarding issues similar to those of other Curaçao-based casino operators. We thank the complainant for submitting the complaint and will report on it. Here is a first analysis. We also ask other players to submit complaints.
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Urgent Warning Against Illegal Online Casino Betsolino and its Payment Facilitators!
We recently found an interesting review on LinkedIn about the apparently illegal online casino Betsolino, published by Digital Marketing Strategist Michael Schmitt. According to the review, Betsolino has been identified as an illegal operation. Therefore, we looked at Betsolino and its payment processors. We discovered red flags and issued an urgent warning.
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Urgent Warning: Avoid the Illegal Wazamba Casino With Cyprus Payment Agent Mirata Services!
FinTelegram issues a strong warning against the illegally and anonymously operating Wazamba casino. This fraudulent platform, formerly associated with the now-insolvent Rabidi Group, is currently operating without any legitimate license and under complete anonymity. The website does not disclose any information about its operator, making it a risky and unreliable environment for players.
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Breaking: BR Investigation Uncovers Wirecard and SoftSwiss Ties in Illegal Gambling Schemes!
A deep-dive investigation by Bavarian broadcaster BR has exposed significant connections between the collapsed Wirecard and Berlin-based SoftSwiss, run by Belarussian national Ivan Montik. The report, part of BR's Gambling without Rules series, highlights SoftSwiss' extensive role in operating illegal online casinos targeting Germany.
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SEC Sues Elon Musk Over Twitter Stock Purchases
Elon Musk faces fresh legal trouble as the SEC alleges he violated U.S. securities laws by failing to disclose his early 2022 Twitter stock purchases on time. By delaying the disclosure, Musk reportedly saved $150 million in additional costs. There is also an opinion in the market that the SEC's action is politically motivated, as Musk is known to be a close confidant and supporter of incoming President Donald Trump.
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Meta’s Fact-Checking Program Termination: A Shift to Appease Trump or an Industry Turning Point?
Meta, formerly Facebook, has recently terminated its Fact-Checking Program, citing concerns of political bias. Could this decision signal a strategic pivot to align with the priorities of the new US President, Donald Trump? Mark Zuckerberg’s critique of the program’s alleged left-wing leanings raises questions about the role of social media platforms in moderating truth and misinformation.
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American Express Settles DOJ Charges for $230M Over Deceptive Practices!
American Express, the renowned credit card company, has agreed to pay $230 million to settle charges brought by the U.S. DOJ regarding deceptive marketing and inadequate recordkeeping practices in its small business credit card operations. This settlement marks a significant development in the financial industry's ongoing struggle with regulatory compliance and ethical business practices.
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Portrait of Hindenburg Research: A Constructive and Critical Analysis of a Transforming Short-Seller!
With the announcement by founder Nate Anderson that Hindenburg Research is winding up its operations, this report serves as a reflection—an obituary of sorts—on the firm’s impactful yet polarizing journey. Over seven years, Hindenburg transformed the landscape of activist short-selling, exposing corporate misconduct and reshaping market narratives.
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