The Social Ledger

Episode 20: Trump’s $5B Crypto Gamble: World Liberty Finance Tanks & Crypto.com Deal Explained


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This week’s episode of The Social Ledger Report dives into some of the biggest stories shaking the crypto world, from Trump’s growing ties to digital assets to a record-breaking security breach affecting the entire JavaScript ecosystem.


Hosts: 

Jesus Burgoa (JR), Founder & CEO of Social Market

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Co-Host: 

Leon Hitchens, CMO of Social Market

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Episode Highlights

  • World Liberty Finance Launch
  • Trump Media x Crypto.com Partnership
  • Market Overview
    • Altcoin Season Index: 53/100 (mixed, leaning altcoins)
    • Fear & Greed Index: 51% (neutral to slightly greedy)
    • Inflation: steady under 3%
    • Bitcoin: ~$112,000, Ethereum: ~$4,300, with strong institutional inflows into “blue chip” cryptos.
  • Massive NPM Supply Chain Hack

Geopolitical & Economic Context

We also touch on global events shaping investor sentiment, from U.S. job reports at 2008 levels, to ongoing conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and Venezuela, as well as shifting alliances among Russia, China, India, and Pakistan.

Key Takeaway

Crypto continues to gain mainstream traction, but with increased adoption comes heightened risk. Whether it’s political projects like World Liberty Finance or systemic vulnerabilities like the NPM hack, investors must tread carefully, do their own research, and stay vigilant.

Resources: 

  • https://www.cbsnews.com/news/trump-wlfi-world-liberty-financial-crypto-wealth/
  • https://cointelegraph.com/news/whales-lose-millions-on-trump-linked-wlfi-s-40-dip-despite-47m-burn
  • https://crypto.com/us
  • https://mcga.com/news/trump-media-group-cro-strategy-to-acquire-cro-digital-asset-treasury
  • https://x.com/P3b7_/status/1965094840959410230 
  • https://x.com/WatcherGuru/status/1965114627643375647

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