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Trump Family Ventures Into DeFi with World Liberty Financial Launch

Trump Family Ventures Into DeFi with World Liberty Financial Launch

World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is an exciting new decentralized finance (DeFi) project. It’s launched nonetheless, with the Trump family behind it, which is their first big foray into DeFi. Founded by DT Marks DEFI and WLF Holdco in September 2024, the initiative aims to pilot a better method of engaging...

Trump's DeFi Gamble: A Chance for Inclusion or Just Another Wall Street?

Trump's DeFi Gamble: A Chance for Inclusion or Just Another Wall Street?

Those whispers began several months ago, escalating into a deafening roar as World Liberty Financial (WLFI) hit the ticker .REGRETS TRUMP THRICE—DeFi, Barron Trump as “Chief DeFi Visionary”… Here’s a strange one. It’s neither new nor transformative. It’s a cocktail of buzzwords and personalities designed to grab headlines. But beyond...

Trump Family's DeFi Play: World Liberty Financial Explained

Trump Family's DeFi Play: World Liberty Financial Explained

The Trump family continues to make waves in the Decentralized Finance (DeFi) world with World Liberty Financial (WLFI). This story provides a nice rundown of what WLFI is all about. It dives into the Trump family’s role and what this could mean for the future of DeFi. We'll steer clear...

Is Barron Trump the Savior or Meme Lord of DeFi?

Is Barron Trump the Savior or Meme Lord of DeFi?

The crypto world moves fast. One minute, you’re excitedly arguing the case for proof-of-stake. One minute, the next, you’re just left hoping Barron Trump will lead us to DeFi Valhalla. Yes, that Barron Trump. The 18-year-old NYU freshman has been appointed "chief DeFi visionary" of World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a...

DeFi Scams Less Frequent but More Devastating in 2025

DeFi Scams Less Frequent but More Devastating in 2025

The decentralized finance (DeFi) ecosystem saw a puzzling contradictory spike from March–June 2025. And although the number of scams reported fell sharply, the financial harm caused by these fraudulent lotteries, sweepstakes, and prize promotions hit record highs. This shift marks a step backward in a more troubling trend for DeFi....

DeFi's $6 Billion Wake-Up Call: Can We Build a Safer Future?

DeFi's $6 Billion Wake-Up Call: Can We Build a Safer Future?

Imagine this—after working your whole life, you’ve saved up. You fantasize about a day when your cash starts doing its job and actually benefits you. Then, seduced by the siren song of crazy returns in the brave new world of DeFi, you ap! Only to see it disappear at the...

DeFi Danger: Why Web3 Scams Are Now Fewer, But FAR Deadlier

DeFi Danger: Why Web3 Scams Are Now Fewer, But FAR Deadlier

The fast-changing world of decentralized finance (DeFi) is a thrilling space with immense potential for both revolutionary innovation and personal financial advancement. This innovative, fast-paced ecosystem draws the attention of bad actors looking to game the system and defraud users. Recent data indicates a concerning shift in the nature of...

Bitcoin's $500B Slumber Party DeFi's Inclusive Revolution Begins?

Bitcoin's $500B Slumber Party DeFi's Inclusive Revolution Begins?

Consider Aicha, a single mother in Nigeria, unable to get an affordable loan to grow her street food business. Traditional lenders? Bureaucratic red tape, sky-high interest rates and stacks of paperwork closed the door on her. This is not only Aicha’s story — it’s the case for billions currently excluded...

Unlocking Bitcoin's Untapped Potential in DeFi Through Restaking

Unlocking Bitcoin's Untapped Potential in DeFi Through Restaking

Bitcoin, the leading cryptocurrency, is recognized as a store of value and ranks among the world's top 10 most valuable assets. Bitcoin has definitely grown in prominence, though a majority of it is still dormant. Early 2025 will see more than 62% of the current active supply with a lack...

Dormant Bitcoin: Unleashing DeFi's Next $500 Billion Wave?

Dormant Bitcoin: Unleashing DeFi's Next $500 Billion Wave?

Think of it as a slumbering giant, full of promise and possibility, yet hardly tapped. Such is the current arresting drabness of idle Bitcoin. Jason, a blogger known for making complex topics easy to understand, is here to explore how unlocking this dormant Bitcoin could supercharge the Decentralized Finance (DeFi)...

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