Trump’s Crypto Millions and NFT Plans, Legal ‘Im not Satoshi’ note

Hey Hamsters! Buckle up for today’s episode of Hamster News, where we dive into some surprising revelations and exciting updates. Here’s what’s been happening:

Craig Wright’s Legal Disclaimer

In a dramatic turn, Craig Wright—the Australian computer scientist who claimed to be Bitcoin’s creator, Satoshi Nakamoto—has officially stated on his website that he is not Satoshi. This is significant because Wright has long been at the center of controversy over his claims. A UK court had already declared him not to be Nakamoto earlier this year, and now he faces perjury charges related to these claims.

Trump’s Crypto Donations and NFT Plans

Donald Trump’s campaign has received a substantial $3 million in cryptocurrency donations. The breakdown includes $1.8 million in Bitcoin, $900,000 in Ethereum, $300 in Dogecoin, and $100 in Shiba Inu coin. Additionally, Trump is planning another NFT collection following the success of his previous one. In an interview, he mentioned that the demand from his supporters is driving this new initiative.

Polygon’s Trading Volume Surge

The US elections have had a noticeable impact on the Polygon trading volume, which surged to $116 million in July. This boost highlights the growing influence of political events on the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector.

Increased Crypto Lobbying

The amount spent on crypto lobbying in the US has skyrocketed, increasing by 1,386% since 2017. In 2023 alone, crypto companies spent up to $4.42 million on lobbying efforts, reflecting the growing importance of political influence in the crypto industry.

Returning Stolen Funds

A crypto hacker who stole $24 million worth of Liquid Staking Ethereum last year has started returning the stolen funds. The scammer has already returned $10 million and has promised to return the rest soon, showing a rare instance of remorse in the world of crypto crime.