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2025-08-23 14:00:00 ~ 2025-09-01 12:30:00
2025-09-01 14:00:00 ~ 2025-09-01 18:00:00
Total supply100.00B
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Introduction
World Liberty Financial, Inc. is inspired by Donald J. Trump’s vision to pioneer a new era of Decentralized Finance (DeFi), with a mission to democratize financial opportunities and strengthen the US Dollar’s global status through US dollar-based stablecoins and DeFi applications.
In brief Prediction market Myriad is integrating the USD1 stablecoin launched by Trump-backed DeFi project World Liberty Financial. Myriad’s USD1 rollout will feature its Candles product, with users able to fund their positions in these markets with crypto or fiat through a partnership with crypto payments firm MoonPay. The launch of Myriad’s Candles will also kick off the phased rollout of the Myriad In-App Wallet, with payments powered by MoonPay. Prediction market Myriad will integrate USD1, the stablecoin launched by Trump-backed DeFi project World Liberty Financial. With the integration, Myriad becomes “the first prediction market to partner with WLFI to launch USD1 pools,” bringing USD1 on BNB Chain to the platform. The integration of USD1 on Myriad “expands the real-world utility of stable, dollar-backed digital assets in emerging on-chain markets,” said Zach Witkoff, Co-Founder of World Liberty Financial. He added that prediction markets are a “growing category within decentralized finance,” with the Myriad integration bringing USD1 to “an environment where transparency, stability and user trust are essential.” Myriad Markets becomes the first prediction market to support USD1 as the exclusive settlement asset, with the launch of our candlestick product! Disclaimer: Myriad Markets is available exclusively to customers outside of the United States.https://t.co/O9pjcj023w — MYRIAD (@MyriadMarkets) January 14, 2026 Myriad co-founder and president Farokh Sarmad called the integration a “full-circle moment,” following his interviews with Donald Trump and his sons Don Jr. and Eric at Mar-a-Lago in September 2024. “I knew WLFI would be something the Trump family and their partners would take very seriously,” Sarmad said. Myriad’s USD1 rollout will feature its Candles product, previously announced as part of the prediction market’s integration with BNB Chain. Through a partnership with crypto payments firm MoonPay, Myriad users can fund their positions in these markets with crypto or fiat. Designed for speed and simplicity, Candles are automated markets built around auto-resolution, short timeframes, and continuous flow, enabling users to take part in fast-paced prediction or trading environments without waiting for long settlement cycles. “We’re enabling a fast, reliable payment experience that simplifies how users access and engage with onchain markets, supporting Myriad as it continues to scale its platform,” said Ivan Soto-Wright, co-founder and CEO of MoonPay. Candles will be further expanded through a “phased migration” in early 2026, adding new market formats and expanding their functionality. CANDLES are now live on MYRIAD! A new way to predict crypto price action with deep liquidity, fully automated payouts, and a revamped wallet system that allows instant cross-chain deposits. Predict prices now - — MYRIAD (@MyriadMarkets) January 14, 2026 The launch of Myriad’s Candles in partnership with WLFI will also kick off the phased rollout of the Myriad In-App Wallet, where payments will also be powered by MoonPay. Designed to deliver a “fully unified experience across the Myriad ecosystem,” the integration represents a “significant step forward” for the platform, Myriad Co-Founder and COO Ilan Hazan told Decrypt . “We believe it will accelerate adoption, strengthen product capabilities, and position Myriad for its next phase of growth.” What is World Liberty Financial? First announced in August 2024, World Liberty Financial is a DeFi project co-founded by U.S. President Donald Trump and led by DeFi builders Chase Herro and Zak Folkman, along with other members of the Trump family and Zach Witkoff. Trump is listed as “co-founder emeritus” of World Liberty Financial, having stepped back from direct involvement in the project upon taking office in January 2025. Billed as a “next-generation financial platform,” the platform promises to “unlock financial access for all” through its dollar-pegged stablecoin USD1, which runs on Ethereum and BNB Chain. What is Myriad? Launched by Decrypt ’s parent company Dastan, Myriad is a platform that integrates prediction markets alongside written and video content from media outlets including Decrypt and Rug Radio. Myriad aims to turn prediction markets into a “social layer for truth discovery,” Sarmad said, with the platform having hit a cumulative trading volume of over $167 million since its launch, alongside integrations with BNB Chain and Trust Wallet.
Pakistan has signed an agreement with a firm linked to World Liberty Financial to explore the use of its USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments, according to a source involved in the deal. World Liberty Financial will work with the State Bank of Pakistan to integrate the stablecoin into a regulated digital payments framework. The structure allows USD1 to operate alongside Pakistan’s own digital currency plans rather than replace them. The agreement is expected to be announced publicly during a visit by World Liberty CEO Zach Witkoff to Islamabad. Pakistan’s finance ministry and central bank have not issued formal statements at the time of publication. The deal marks one of the first publicly disclosed partnerships between World Liberty Financial and a sovereign state. World Liberty launched in September 2024 and is closely tied to the Trump family’s crypto business interests. The partnership comes as ties between Pakistan and the United States warm and as stablecoins gain regulatory acceptance under the Trump administration. New US federal rules introduced in 2025 have lowered barriers for stablecoin usage in payments and financial infrastructure. World Liberty’s stablecoin has already been used in large-scale transactions. In May last year, Abu Dhabi state-backed investor MGX used the token to purchase a $2 billion equity stake in Binance. Pakistan has been actively expanding its crypto footprint. The country sees crypto as a tool to reduce cash usage and improve cross-border payments, particularly remittances, which remain a critical source of foreign exchange. In July, the central bank confirmed it was preparing a pilot for a digital currency and finalizing legislation to regulate crypto. In December 2025, regulators granted preliminary approvals to global exchanges Binance and HTX, allowing them to register locally and prepare for full operating licenses. The finance ministry has also signed a memorandum of understanding with Binance to explore tokenizing up to $2 billion in government assets, including bonds, treasury bills, and commodity reserves. Pakistan’s rapid push into crypto has raised concerns among officials and analysts. Around 17.5 million Pakistanis are estimated to hold close to $5 billion in digital assets. (adsbygoogle = window.adsbygoogle || []).push({}); Critics warn that regulatory frameworks remain incomplete and that decisions are moving faster than institutional capacity. Risks include higher exposure to volatility, unclear fiscal oversight, and potential scrutiny from credit rating agencies if tokenized assets sit outside traditional debt controls.
Trump-associated World Liberty Financial rolls out a DeFi lending platform with USD1 And recently, as World Liberty Financial announced the rollout of a DeFi lending platform with the USD1 stablecoin (which will likely boost the WLFI coin’s performance), some regret not having invested early. Donald Trump Jr., Eric Trump, and Zach Witkoff in front of the logo of the crypto company. The truth is, no one knows for sure what will happen with a token’s price after launch; finding the best projects isn’t an exact science. But certain features help to narrow down potential winners. Here are some of the top crypto projects to consider this month. DeepSnitch AI (DSNT) Eventually, the best investment isn’t the one that raises more, but the one that makes investors win more money after the coin hits the markets. And here, much like it happens in traditional finance, fundamentals matter. A solid product and a clear market are key drivers of success. DeepSnitch AI excels in both dimensions. The project has developed one of the most sophisticated AI systems in crypto. It consists of a system powered by AI agents (4 of which are already operational) that transform crypto data into market intelligence. They can perform a variety of tasks that help investors to do thorough research before putting their money into a coin. In other words, DeepSnitch AI can help hundreds of millions of crypto investors around the world to do their own research (“DYOR”). And with such a market potential, the growth prospects for DeepSnitch AI’s coin, DSNT, are exponential. Apart from it, DSNT’s price is still at only $0.03401, since it is an early-stage investment. This creates a huge upside. Maxi Doge (MAXI) Something that investors seem to especially like about Maxi Doge is the mocking and careless appeal of its dog-meme character. This might be a factor that makes MAXI edge out other dog memes in the near future. Zephyr (ZEFY) While that might not seem much, what will count in the end is whether the upcoming prediction market platform is able to attract enough users and volume. Conclusion Maxi Doge and Zephyr are named among notable crypto projects at the beginning of 2026. But for those aiming at truly exponential returns, DeepSnitch AI stands out. FAQs When will Maxi Doge launch? That isn’t clear, which creates some concerns. In contrast, DeepSnitch AI has set a specific date (January 31) for the sake of full transparency. How much can ZEFY’s price increase this year? A 10x increase is possible, but Zephyr will face powerful incumbents in the prediction markets sector (Polymarket being the main one). DeepSnitch AI, in contrast, has virtually no competition. How can DeepSnitch AI grow 100x? When DeepSnitch AI reaches a million users, DSNT’s price is estimated to be above $3, which is roughly 100x its current price. That makes DeepSnitch AI a strong contender for explosive returns.
Back to the list Legendary Trader Peter Brandt Breaks Crypto X With Monero Purchase u.today 25 m Legendary trader Peter Brandt has revealed he took a bet on Monero (XMR) as a result of the asset’s bullish potential on the cryptocurrency market. In a post on X, Brandt shared that his decision was based on technical opportunity on Monero’s chart analysis. Why Monero's breakout rally caught Brandt's attention Monero, sometimes referred to as "crypto silver," has been on a breakout rally, and its price jumped by 55.65% in the last seven days. In the last 30 days, Monero has yielded a 73.09% gain for its holders, including Brandt, who "confessed" to buying some of the asset after noticing its bullish potential. The veteran trader, however, downplayed his profits by poking fun at critics and skeptics who dismissed his long track record of successful trading. "But do not tell anybody that. It should never be known that I have profits every so often. The trolls must believe I am not successful in trading," he wrote. The remark implies that Brandt generally bets on an asset strictly on chart structure, not online narratives or speculations. Hence, the veteran is able to mock those who believe that he ever makes money trading. I bought some $XMR because of this chart But do not tell anybody that It should never be known that I have profits every so often The trolls must believe I am not successful in trading pic.twitter.com/Qr4TPoPNOR — Peter Brandt (@PeterLBrandt) January 13, 2026 Notably, Brandt is reinforcing his long-standing records of success in the financial sector and emphasized that experience always wins over noise. He is also signaling that traders should focus more on studying charts over hype as social media narratives do not reflect actual trading performance. Brandt’s message could also suggest that XMR might mirror silver’s breakout surge and aim for the $1,000 level if history aligns. This is likely given that there is a rising demand for privacy-focused cryptocurrencies, and Monero guarantees confidential and untraceable transactions by default. The move has triggered community conversations, suggesting a shift to privacy coins. Price momentum strong, but technical caution emerges As of press time, Monero exchanges hands at $711.49, which is a 4.57% increase in the last 24 hours. The coin rose from a low of $643.02 to peak at $716.99 before settling at the current price. However, trading volume has dropped by 5.6% to $492.38 million, possibly as it nears the overextension zone. Monero’s Relative Strength Index (RSI) is currently at 86 and, historically, a rise of RSI above 80 often precedes up to 15% market corrections. The asset’s continued bullish run might be a result of the huge demand for privacy coins. This has supported Monero’s climb into the top 15 crypto assets by market capitalization. It sits in 11th place and is about $2.1 billion away from Cardano, which completes the top 10 list. Latest news Solana Price Prediction for Jan 14: SOL Must Break This Bollinger Band Resistance thecryptobasic.com 20 m Binance-Listed Major Altcoin Acquires Two Companies for a Whopping $250 Million en.bitcoinsistemi.com 24 m Pakistan signs deal with WLFI-linked crypto business for cross-border payments coindesk.com 1 h Russia Issues Bullish Statements and Bill on Cryptocurrencies en.bitcoinsistemi.com 1 h MetaPlanet Jumps 14% in One Day on Bitcoin Treasury Update coinfomania.com 1 h France flags 90 unlicensed crypto firms ahead of MiCA cutoff: Report cointelegraph.com 1 h Top 5 Cryptocurrencies
Key Notes Pakistan and the WLF-linked firm signed an MoU. The agreement aims to use the USD1 stablecoin for cross-border transactions. SC Financial Technologies will work with the central bank under a regulated payment framework. . Pakistan recently signed a memorandum of understanding with SC Financial Technologies, a company linked to World Liberty Financial. The deal focuses on the use of USD1 stablecoin for cross-border payments. According to a report by Reuters, the Pakistan Virtual Asset Regulatory Authority stated that the agreement opens formal technical coordination on digital payment systems. It covers stablecoin settlement, payment rails, and regulatory alignment within Pakistan’s financial system. This is the first public agreement between World Liberty’s ecosystem and a sovereign state. Under the memorandum, SC Financial Technologies will work with Pakistan’s central bank on the use of the USD1 stablecoin inside a regulated payment framework. The token is expected to operate alongside Pakistan’s domestic digital currency systems. The goal is faster settlement and lower transfer costs while being under central bank oversight. The latest deal expands the country’s ties with World Liberty Financial. In April 2025, the Pakistan Crypto Council signed a separate letter of intent with the company to explore broader blockchain use. World Liberty Financial is the primary crypto venture tied to the Trump family. SC Financial Technologies is registered in Delaware and shares ownership of the USD1 stablecoin brand with World Liberty. Zach Witkoff, co‑founder and chief executive of World Liberty, also serves as CEO of SC Financial Technologies. He recently visited Pakistan and met senior officials to discuss digital payments, foreign exchange settlement, and infrastructure design. Pakistan’s Shift on Digital Assets Pakistan has accelerated work on digital finance over the past year. In 2025, the central bank confirmed plans for a pilot digital currency and is now finalizing virtual asset regulation. This shift aims to reduce cash use and modernize payment systems, as per the officials. In December 2025, major crypto exchanges Binance and HTX received preliminary approvals from the Pakistan Virtual Assets Regulatory Authority (PVARA). This allowed them to register locally and prepare for full licences. Separately, the finance ministry signed an MoU with Binance to explore tokenising up to $2 billion in government assets to boost liquidity. next Share:
PANews, January 14—According to Reuters, sources revealed on Wednesday that Pakistan has reached an agreement with World Liberty Financial, a crypto company associated with the family of U.S. President Trump, to explore the use of its USD stablecoin USD1 for cross-border payments. Under the agreement, World Liberty will cooperate with Pakistan's central bank to integrate its USD1 stablecoin into a regulated digital payment framework, allowing it to operate in parallel with Pakistan's domestic digital currency infrastructure. The news is expected to be officially announced during World Liberty CEO Zach Witkoff's visit to Islamabad.
BlockBeats News, January 14th, according to Reuters, sources said Pakistan has signed an agreement with a World Liberty Financial-affiliated company to explore using World Liberty's stablecoin for cross-border payments. World Liberty Financial is the main crypto-financial business owned by the family of U.S. President Trump, launched in September 2024. This cooperation is one of the first publicly announced collaborations between World Liberty and a sovereign nation.
US Senator Elizabeth Warren has called on the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to delay its review of a national trust bank charter application filed by World Liberty Financial (WLFI) until the President divests from the company. In a letter addressed to OCC Comptroller Jonathan Gould, Warren highlighted unprecedented conflicts of interest. According to her, these stem from the Trump familys involvement in the venture. Warren Presses OCC to Delay WLFI Bank Charter BeInCrypto reported that WLFI submitted its application last week, through its subsidiary WLTC Holdings LLC. It seeks to establish the World Liberty Trust Company, National Association (WLTC). The proposed entity would specialize in stablecoin services. This includes the issuance and redemption of USD1, along with custody and conversion operations. Warrens letter argues that the President and his familys ties to the business raise serious concerns. Under the GENIUS Act of 2025, the OCC became the primary regulator for federally licensed stablecoin issuers. This authority gives the agency responsibility for approving charters, supervising operations, and enforcing compliance. As a result, if WLFI were approved, the OCC would have direct and ongoing oversight of an entity tied to the Presidents personal financial interests. The senator also highlighted that the family has probably earned more than $1 billion from WLFI and other cryptocurrency ventures. If the application is approved, you would promulgate rules that influence the profitability of the Presidents company. You would also be responsible for directly supervising and enforcing the law against the Presidents companyand its competitors. You would be in charge of these functions while serving at the pleasure of the President. In effect, for the first time in history, the President of the United States would be in charge of overseeing his own financial company, the letter reads. Notably, the website lists President Trumps sons, Barron, Eric, and Donald Trump Jr., as co-founders of WLFI. It also lists the President as Co-Founder Emeritus. A Co-Founder Emeritus is a former co-founder of a company who no longer holds an active executive or operational role. They are retained in an honorary, advisory, or symbolic capacity. Furthermore, the senator emphasized that she had earlier reached out, raising concerns about this happening. At the time, she also sought clarification from the OCC on its plans to prevent President Trumps significant financial conflicts of interest from affecting the banking regulators policy. At the time, the OCC declined to respond, describing the scenario as hypothetical. With WLFs application now formally submitted, Warren said those concerns have become immediate and concrete. Your dismissive response, and your willingness to rubber stamp the Presidents dangerous agenda during your tenure as Comptroller, give me no confidence that you will fairly assess the application pursuant to the legal standard for approval, Warren said. The senator requested that the OCC commit in writing to delaying its review of the application until President Trump has fully divested from World Liberty Financial and any related family interests. She set a deadline of January 20 for a response from the agency. We have never seen financial conflicts or corruption of this magnitude. The United States Congress failed to address them when it passed the GENIUS Act into lawso it is incumbent for the Senate to address these real and serious conflicts of interest as it considers crypto market structure legislation. In the meantime, to mitigate the publics legitimate concerns regarding Presidential corruption, you must delay review of this application until President Trump divests from WLF and eliminates all financial conflicts of interest involving himself or his family and the company, Warren wrote. This intervention echoes broader apprehensions within the US banking sector about extending national trust charters to cryptocurrency firms. The Independent Community Bankers of America (ICBA) and the American Bankers Association (ABA) have expressed concerns about similar applications. This includes Ripple, Circle, Fidelity, Paxos, First National Digital Currency Bank, and BitGo. Meanwhile, Warrens stance on WLFI aligns with her prior scrutiny of Trump-affiliated cryptocurrency projects. In early 2025, she and Representative Jake Auchincloss pressed regulators, including the SEC and CFTC, to investigate the TRUMP and MELANIA meme coins launched by the President and first lady.
A senior U.S. senator is urging banking regulators to halt review of a crypto firm’s bank charter, citing unresolved conflicts tied to President Trump. Summary Senator Elizabeth Warren called on the OCC to halt review of WLFI bank charter application. She cited unresolved conflicts of interest tied to President Trump’s financial involvement. The request comes amid ongoing debate over crypto market structure legislation. A dispute over crypto regulation and presidential business ties is now moving directly into the banking approval process. On Jan. 13, U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren wrote to the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency to halt its review of a national bank charter application tied to World Liberty Financial (WLFI), citing unresolved conflicts of interest involving President Donald Trump. Warren presses OCC over WLFI bank charter review Warren’s letter to OCC Comptroller Jonathan Gould called for a delay in reviewing the application submitted by WLTC Holdings LLC, an entity affiliated with WLFI. The crypto firm was co-founded by Trump and includes financial involvement from members of his family. In her letter, Warren argued that approving the charter while Trump maintains financial ties to the company would place the OCC in an unprecedented position. She warned that the agency could end up regulating, supervising, and shaping the profitability of a business linked directly to the sitting president. According to Warren, the situation goes beyond standard ethics concerns. She said the OCC head, as a presidential appointee serving at the president’s discretion, would effectively be overseeing a company tied to the president’s own financial interests. That dynamic, she wrote, risks undermining confidence in both the regulator and the banking system more broadly. The application would allow WLFI’s trust bank entity to operate under a federal framework, potentially enabling activities such as issuing and custodying its USD1 stablecoin. Warren noted that approval could grant the company regulatory advantages at a time when Congress has yet to resolve key questions around crypto market structure. Tied to broader crypto legislation debate Warren linked her request to ongoing legislative efforts, arguing that current drafts of crypto market structure bills do not address conflicts of interest tied to presidential involvement in digital asset companies. She also referenced the recently passed GENIUS Act, saying it failed to resolve these issues. In the letter, Warren asked the OCC to pause its review until Trump fully divests from WLFI and eliminates any related financial conflicts. She requested a written commitment from the Comptroller by Jan. 20, before any further action on the application proceeds. The OCC has not publicly responded to the letter. The agency has recently granted conditional approvals to other crypto-related banking entities, but Warren warned that moving forward with the WLFI application under current circumstances could erode trust in federal banking oversight. As lawmakers continue to debate how U.S. banking law should regulate cryptocurrency firms, the issue is expected to come up again during upcoming committee markups.
U.S. Senator and senior Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, Elizabeth Warren, has called for a halt to the national trust bank license application related to World Liberty Trust Co. until Trump divests his family's holdings in the relevant digital asset business. Warren has sent a letter to Acting Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould, requesting a delay in the application process as long as Trump retains related interests, pointing out that approval could result in serious conflicts of interest. The Senate Banking Committee is about to hold a hearing on crypto market structure legislation, but the latest draft does not include government ethics provisions proposed by Democrats.
According to Odaily, U.S. Senator and senior Democrat on the Senate Banking Committee, Elizabeth Warren, has called for a halt to the application for a national trust bank charter related to World Liberty Trust Co. until Donald Trump divests his family's holdings in the relevant digital asset business. Reports indicate that Warren has sent a letter to Office of the Comptroller of the Currency head Jonathan Gould, requesting a delay in the application process as long as Trump retains related interests. She pointed out that if the application is approved, the rules set by regulators could directly impact the profitability of the president's associated businesses, posing a serious conflict of interest. Warren stated that Congress failed to address such issues when passing the GENIUS Act, and therefore the Senate has a responsibility to confront these conflicts when considering crypto market structure legislation. Currently, the Senate Banking Committee is about to hold hearings on the relevant bill, but the latest leaked draft has not yet included the government ethics provisions previously requested by Democrats. (CoinDesk)
WASHINGTON, D.C. – March 15, 2025 – In a dramatic escalation of regulatory scrutiny, Senator Elizabeth Warren has demanded an immediate suspension of the WorldLibertyFinancial (WLFI) bank charter process, citing what she describes as an “unprecedented” financial conflict of interest involving former President Donald Trump. This development represents a critical juncture for cryptocurrency banking regulation and presidential ethics oversight. WLFI Bank Charter Faces Unprecedented Scrutiny Senator Warren’s formal letter to Comptroller of the Currency Jonathan Gould outlines specific concerns about the chartering process. The Massachusetts Democrat argues that President Trump maintains significant financial interests connected to WLFI’s operations. Consequently, she asserts that approving the charter could create a regulatory structure where the president effectively oversees his own business interests. This situation presents clear ethical dilemmas for financial oversight. Warren’s intervention comes at a pivotal moment for cryptocurrency banking infrastructure. The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has been evaluating WLFI’s application for a national bank charter. This charter would allow the institution to operate across state lines and provide banking services to cryptocurrency companies. However, the political dimensions have complicated what would normally be a technical regulatory decision. Historical Context of Presidential Financial Conflicts Financial ethics experts note that while presidential conflicts of interest have occurred throughout American history, this situation presents unique modern challenges. The intersection of cryptocurrency regulation, banking oversight, and personal financial interests creates a complex web of potential ethical violations. Previous administrations have faced similar scrutiny, but the digital asset dimension adds new layers of complexity. Legal scholars point to several relevant precedents. The Ethics in Government Act of 1978 established requirements for financial disclosure. Additionally, the Emoluments Clauses of the Constitution restrict federal officials from receiving gifts or benefits from foreign states. Warren’s letter suggests these constitutional provisions may be relevant to the WLFI situation, though she focuses primarily on statutory and regulatory concerns. Comparative Analysis of Banking Charter Controversies Institution Year Controversy Type Resolution WLFI 2025 Presidential Conflict Pending Libra/Diem 2019-2022 Regulatory Resistance Project Abandoned Custodia Bank 2023 OCC Denial Court Challenge Anchorage Digital 2021 Charter Approval Successful The table above illustrates how WLFI’s situation differs from previous cryptocurrency banking controversies. While other institutions faced regulatory resistance based on compliance concerns, WLFI’s challenge centers on political ethics rather than operational deficiencies. This distinction makes the current situation particularly challenging for regulators who must separate technical evaluation from political considerations. Crypto Market Structure Legislation Implications Warren’s letter connects the WLFI charter issue to broader cryptocurrency legislation currently moving through Congress. She notes that the Senate failed to address presidential conflict provisions adequately during passage of the Genius Act. Therefore, she argues that the Senate must now rectify this oversight as it deliberates on comprehensive crypto market structure legislation. The pending legislation addresses several critical areas: Regulatory jurisdiction between SEC and CFTC Consumer protection standards for digital asset exchanges Banking access requirements for cryptocurrency firms Anti-money laundering compliance for decentralized protocols Warren’s intervention suggests that the WLFI situation may become a test case for how future administrations handle financial conflicts in the digital asset space. Regulatory experts believe this could establish important precedents for presidential ethics in technologically complex financial sectors. Expert Perspectives on Regulatory Independence Financial regulation specialists emphasize the importance of maintaining OCC independence during this process. Historically, the OCC has operated with significant autonomy from political pressures. However, the unique circumstances surrounding WLFI’s application test this traditional separation. Several former OCC officials have expressed concern about maintaining institutional credibility while navigating these political waters. Cryptocurrency industry representatives have responded cautiously to the developments. Many acknowledge the importance of clear ethical guidelines but worry that political controversies could delay legitimate banking applications. Industry leaders emphasize that consistent regulatory frameworks benefit all market participants by reducing uncertainty and establishing clear compliance expectations. Potential Impacts on Cryptocurrency Banking Ecosystem The WLFI charter decision carries significant implications for the broader cryptocurrency banking landscape. Approval could encourage other institutions to seek similar charters, potentially expanding banking access for digital asset companies. Conversely, rejection based on political considerations might discourage traditional financial institutions from engaging with cryptocurrency firms. Market analysts identify several potential outcomes: Delayed decision-making on all crypto-related bank charters Increased congressional oversight of OCC charter approvals Revised ethical guidelines for presidential financial interests Accelerated legislation addressing crypto regulatory gaps International observers are monitoring the situation closely. Many countries look to U.S. regulatory developments when shaping their own digital asset policies. The ethical dimensions of this case add complexity to what many nations consider a purely technical regulatory matter. Conclusion Senator Elizabeth Warren’s demand to halt the WLFI bank charter process highlights critical issues at the intersection of presidential ethics, financial regulation, and cryptocurrency oversight. The situation presents unprecedented challenges for regulatory bodies accustomed to evaluating applications based on technical compliance rather than political considerations. As Congress considers comprehensive cryptocurrency legislation, the WLFI case may establish important precedents for handling financial conflicts of interest in increasingly complex digital financial systems. The ultimate resolution will significantly influence both political ethics standards and cryptocurrency banking accessibility for years to come. FAQs Q1: What specific conflict of interest does Senator Warren identify in the WLFI bank charter process? Warren argues that President Trump maintains financial interests connected to WLFI, creating a situation where he would effectively oversee regulations affecting his own business profitability through the presidential oversight of banking regulators. Q2: How does this situation differ from previous presidential conflict cases? This case uniquely combines traditional banking regulation with emerging cryptocurrency oversight, creating complex ethical questions about digital asset regulation and presidential financial interests that lack clear historical precedents. Q3: What is the OCC’s role in bank charter approvals? The Office of the Comptroller of the Currency evaluates and approves national bank charters based on technical compliance, financial stability, and regulatory requirements, traditionally operating with significant independence from political pressures. Q4: How might this affect other cryptocurrency companies seeking banking services? The controversy could delay all crypto-related banking applications as regulators establish clearer ethical guidelines, potentially slowing industry growth but possibly leading to more robust long-term frameworks. Q5: What legislative solutions is Congress considering? Congress is debating comprehensive crypto market structure legislation that may include specific provisions addressing presidential financial conflicts, potentially closing gaps identified in the earlier Genius Act.
Trojan, industry-leading developers of onchain trading tools, today announced full-integration of USD1, marking the first time Solana traders can execute and settle onchain swaps with the stablecoin directly in a trading terminal. This first-of-its-kind onchain trading terminal integration means, on Trojan, users can mitigate SOL price fluctuations in their risk profile while still being able to freely trade any listed tokens with USD1. Traders can denominate, anchor, and rebalance in a familiar dollar-based framework while maintaining full non-custodial control of their funds. USD1 represents a major advancement for onchain markets: a transparent, composable unit of account, 1:1 backed and redeemable, that operates natively across numerous blockchains. It is the flagship product of World Liberty Financial, a company co-founded by the Trump family that aims to be the digital bridge between legacy and DeFi for the future of money. For active traders, this means reduced volatility exposure and cleaner pricing across meme, mid-cap, and bluechip tokens. For Solana’s broader ecosystem, it signals a shift toward greater capital efficiency, standardized liquidity, and institutional-grade stability onchain. “USD1 strengthens the long-needed bridge between stable value and decentralized execution,” noted Andri Rabetanety of Trojan. “Our integration of USD1 reinforces that foundation, bringing sharper pricing, stable settlement, and more complete onchain autonomy.” Trojan’s move underscores its ongoing mission to refine onchain infrastructure and lead the next phase of Solana market evolution. By introducing end-to-end USD1 integration, Trojan’s users can be confident that, though the market changes, their buying power remains stable. About Trojan Trojan builds the tools that define onchain trading. From Solana’s most advanced terminal to automated order management and multi-tier rewards, Trojan provides infrastructure that gives traders the edge onchain. About World Liberty Financial World Liberty Financial (WLFI) is a pioneering decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol and governance platform dedicated to empowering individuals through transparent, accessible, and secure financial solutions. Inspired by the vision of President Donald J. Trump, WLFI seeks to democratize access to DeFi by creating user-friendly tools that bring the benefits of decentralized finance to a broader audience. WLFI plans to be at the forefront of DeFi, offering an intuitive, robust platform that empowers users to participate actively in the financial future.
World Liberty Financial launched a DeFi lending platform supporting USD1 and crypto assets. Early deposits reached $20 million as USD1 incentives drove strong user participation. The rollout expands USD1 utility while WLFI governance guides future assets and changes. World Liberty Financial has launched a new crypto lending and borrowing platform as competition intensifies across on-chain credit markets. The decentralized finance firm announced the rollout of World Liberty Markets on Monday. The platform allows users to lend and borrow digital assets using on-chain infrastructure. World Liberty Financial confirmed the service supports its USD1 stablecoin alongside major cryptocurrencies. Users can lend or borrow USD1, Ethereum, Bitcoin, and several widely used stablecoins. The company said the launch marks a major expansion of its decentralized finance offerings. The platform operates through a web-based application at launch. However, the firm plans future integration with the WLFI mobile app. World Liberty Financial said user governance will shape future upgrades. Lending Platform Gains Early Activity World Liberty Markets runs on the multi-chain decentralized exchange protocol Dolomite. The system enables users to earn yield by supplying assets or borrow against existing holdings. Supported assets include WLFI, USD1, USDC, USDT, ETH, and Coinbase’s wrapped Bitcoin cbBTC. Shortly after launch, the platform recorded around $20 million in supplied assets. USD1 accounted for most of the early deposits. The stablecoin currently offers a 27% incentive rate for liquidity providers. Users who supply at least $1,000 in USD1 also earn USD1 rewards points. World Liberty Financial said these incentives aim to boost stablecoin adoption. The firm views USD1 as a core pillar of its ecosystem. Co-founder and chief operating officer Zak Folkman commented on the milestone. He said the company began building USD1 to compete with leading stablecoins. Folkman stated USD1 exceeded internal growth expectations within one year. He added that the lending platform expands how users deploy their stablecoins. Folkman described World Liberty Markets as the first of several planned products. The company plans additional launches over the next 18 months. World Liberty Financial stated the platform supports tokenized finance development. The firm aims to offer access to third-party and WLFI-branded real-world asset products. It also plans support for new tokenized assets as they enter markets. Stablecoin Growth and Governance Plans World Liberty Financial launched the USD1 stablecoin across multiple blockchains in March last year. Since then, the token has grown into the seventh-largest stablecoin by supply. DeFiLlama data places USD1 circulation above $3.4 billion. The company said the lending platform expands USD1 utility across WLFI applications. It also supports the firm’s broader real-world asset roadmap. Governance decisions will guide asset additions and incentive changes. WLFI token holders can vote on protocol updates through decentralized governance. The firm said community input will determine long-term platform direction. This structure aligns with broader DeFi governance models. Related: Trump-linked World Liberty Applies for U.S. National Bank World Liberty Financial launched its native governance token WLFI in September. The token traded just under $0.17 at last check. Market data showed a 1.2% gain over the past 24 hours. WLFI has risen around 18% during the past two weeks. However, the token remains about 49% below its all-time high. The previous peak price reached $0.33. The company continues to draw attention due to its political connections. President Donald J. Trump holds the title of Co-Founder Emeritus. His sons Eric, Don Jr., and Barron appear on the firm’s team page. Last year, the Trump family reduced its ownership stake in the company. Nevertheless, the family maintains a visible association with the project. Lawmakers and critics have scrutinized these ties. Last week, World Liberty Financial applied for a national bank charter. The application went to the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The firm joined crypto companies Circle and Ripple, which gained approval in December.
Crypto-collateralised lending expanded sharply in 2025, reaching $73 billion in Q3, according to Galaxy Research. That sector-wide growth has drawn new entrants, including World Liberty Financial, which recently moved into on-chain lending. World Liberty Financial [WLFI], a project linked to the Trump family, expanded its product suite by launching a crypto lending marketplace. World Liberty Financial launches lending markets World Liberty Financial launched World Liberty Markets on the 12th of January, a lending and borrowing platform powered by Dolomite. The web-based application allowed users to supply and borrow digital assets within a unified marketplace. The product centered on USDI, World Liberty Financial’s dollar-backed stablecoin, alongside its native token, World Liberty Financial [WLFI]. Through the platform, users could earn yield on supplied USDI balances. At the same time, borrowers could post collateral using assets such as Tether, USD Coin, Ethereum, and tokenized Bitcoin, including Coinbase-wrapped BTC (cBTC). That launch marked the project’s second major product release following USDI’s debut in 2025. According to CoinMarketCap data, USDI’s circulating market capitalization stood near $3.48 billion at press time. Is this a game-changer for WLFI? Despite World Liberty Financial’s launch of lending markets, the move has yet to positively impact WLFI’s market performance. In fact, WLFI has continued to trade within a narrow margin and is currently consolidating around the $0.16- $0.17 range. At press time, WLFI traded near $0.168, reflecting modest intraday gains, according to CoinMarketCap. These market conditions indicate continued struggle, with pressure increasingly on both demand and supply. In fact, WLFI has continued to face massive sell pressure, with scarcity declining significantly. Source: CoinGlass According to CoinGlass, WLFI Netflow has remained positive for two consecutive days, rising to a total of $2.8 million over this period. Often, a positive Netflow suggests higher inflows, a clear sign of aggressive spot selling. Historically, higher inflows have preceded greater downward pressure on an asset, a prelude to lower prices. In fact, downward momentum has remained elevated as evidenced by the Directional Movement Index (DMI). This momentum indicator has dropped to 23, while its negative index jumped to a high of 30, reflecting strong bearish pressure. Source: TradingView At the same time, its Relative Vigor Index (RVGI) fell to 0.12, further validating the trend’s strength. When these directional momentum indicators drop to such levels, it reflects strong downward pressure and weakened structure. Often, such market conditions have led to lower prices. If World Liberty Financial sellers continue to offload, WLFI could breach $0.16 support and drop to $0.15. However, if the recent launch of the lending market positively impacts price action, the altcoin could break out and target $0.2. Final Thoughts World Liberty Financial’s move into crypto lending expanded its utility narrative, but markets have not priced that shift in yet. Exchange flows and momentum indicators suggested traders remained cautious despite the product launch. Whether adoption can outweigh near-term selling pressure may shape WLFI’s next decisive move.
Key Takeaways: World Liberty Financial has launched World Liberty Markets , a live web app enabling lending and borrowing for its USD1 stablecoin. The platform runs on Dolomite’s liquidity infrastructure, supporting USD1 alongside WLFI, ETH, cbBTC, USDC, and USDT. USD1’s circulating supply has surpassed $3 billion, and the launch expands its utility beyond trading into onchain credit and yield. World Liberty Financial has switched on its first web-based product, World Liberty Markets, bringing lending and borrowing functionality to USD1 and signaling a shift from distribution to active onchain use. The rollout positions USD1 inside DeFi credit markets from day one, with plans to broaden products and integrations over time. Table of Contents World Liberty Markets Opens USD1 to Onchain Credit Built on Dolomite, Designed for Expansion A Unified Interface for WLFI Products USD1 Moves From Circulation to Utility Governance and Community Control Built In World Liberty Markets Opens USD1 to Onchain Credit World Liberty Markets is now live, giving users a single interface to supply assets for yield or borrow against their portfolios. The platform is powered by Dolomite, a DeFi protocol known for flexible, high-performance liquidity markets. At launch, users can supply USD1 to earn returns or unlock borrowing by posting supported collateral. Those collateral options include the WLFI governance token, ether (ETH), Coinbase-wrapped bitcoin (cbBTC), and major stablecoins USDC and USDT. The setup places USD1 directly alongside established assets rather than isolating it in a closed ecosystem. This matters because stablecoins often reach scale before they gain deep utility. USD1 has already crossed $3 billion in circulating supply, but World Liberty Markets marks the first time holders can systematically deploy it for yield or credit within the WLFI ecosystem. According to World Liberty Financial, the goal is speed and simplicity. Markets are designed to work immediately, without complex configuration, allowing users to make their USD1 productive as soon as they connect. Built on Dolomite, Designed for Expansion The decision to build on Dolomite gives World Liberty Markets access to an existing lending framework optimized for fast execution and flexible risk parameters. Rather than reinventing DeFi credit, WLFI is plugging USD1 into infrastructure that already supports multi-asset lending at scale. A Unified Interface for WLFI Products World Liberty Markets is intended to become the central hub for WLFI’s growing product suite. While today’s focus is lending and borrowing, the roadmap points toward a broader financial stack. The platform is expected to expand in several directions: Support for additional collateral and tokenized assets as they launch Access to WLFI-branded and third-party real-world asset (RWA) products Deeper integration of USD1 across partner apps and networks As USD1 appears in more external protocols, World Liberty Markets is positioned as the place where those opportunities converge. Instead of fragmenting liquidity across interfaces, WLFI aims to keep discovery and usage centralized. USD1 Moves From Circulation to Utility USD1’s growth has been rapid. The dollar-backed stablecoin recently exceeded $3 billion in supply and has seen rising trading activity across major exchanges. Until now, much of that activity centered on transfers and trading pairs. World Liberty Markets reframes that growth as a starting point rather than a finish line. By embedding USD1 into lending markets, WLFI is testing whether the stablecoin can hold demand when users are asked to commit capital rather than simply move it. Company leadership has been explicit about this shift. The launch is presented as a shift towards implementation of the concept, and USD1 is likely to seek attention in the more challenging onchain credit space. Initial adoption will probably be limited as liquidity accumulates, but the form is the reflection of how other leading stablecoins gained momentum, first dissemination, then functionality, and then increased integration in DeFi. Governance and Community Control Built In Another characteristic of World Liberty Markets is the place given to the holders of WLFI tokens. Governance is not an ex-post facto. As the platform is going to evolve, token holders can suggest and vote on new collateral assets, incentive models, and market parameters. This provides the community with power on the development of USD1 and other related markets. The higher the liquidity, the more consequential such decisions will be, defining the risk profiles and yield opportunities. The governance model also fits within the larger positioning of WLFI as a DeFi native platform as opposed to a fixed product. Typically, markets will evolve due to patterns of usage and entry of new assets into the ecosystem. World Liberty Markets is launched using USD1 Points Program. Users that provide USD1 are potentially able to receive a point, depending on the terms and conditions of each launch partner.
World Liberty just turned on its biggest project yet. The company’s new platform, World Liberty Markets, is now live, giving people a way to borrow and lend crypto directly with each other. The whole thing runs on their own USD1 stablecoin, which already has a $3.4 billion market cap, and it also supports WLFI, Ethereum, tokenized Bitcoin, USDT, and USDC. The company says President Donald Trump is “co-founder emeritus.” That line is right there on their homepage, not buried in the fine print. The launch adds more fuel to what they’ve been building since last year, and it’s clear they want USD1 everywhere. Binance, which helped create the token, recently added new trading pairs. MGX, an investment firm out of Abu Dhabi, even used USD1 to grab a $2 billion stake in Binance. Platform supports lending, borrowing, and more assets coming Zak Folkman, one of the co-founders, said the platform will support more assets soon. Real-world stuff too. “We have a lot of partnerships that will be coming online in the next several weeks,” he said. That includes real estate, prediction markets, and more exchanges. He wouldn’t give exact names, but World Liberty has already talked before about tokenizing Trump family properties. The tech under the platform is built by Dolomite, a third-party crypto lending system. Zach Witkoff, the company’s CEO, said it adds more ways to use USD1.“We think it can be huge, we think users are going to love it,” he said. The company is also planning a mobile app with this lending feature baked in, and they’ve been floating the idea of a debit card where people can spend USD1 and earn loyalty rewards. The WLFI token also plays a role. It started off as a non-transferable governance token, but the company made it tradable. That gave them another way to raise money. No fluff, just sales. And it worked. WLFI now trades, while USD1 keeps pulling in new use cases. World Liberty files for bank charter amid rampant expansion Five days ago, WLTC Holdings LLC, tied to the company, filed an application with the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency. The goal is to create World Liberty Trust, a federal trust bank made for stablecoins. If approved, this new bank will handle digital custody and allow users of other stablecoins like USDT and USDC to swap into USD1 directly. Zach said the charter would provide “a clear federal framework for custody, reserve management, and fiduciary oversight. And over time, that can enable more direct institutional participation, stronger consumer protections, and general use in regulated payment and settlement flows; always subject to supervisory approval.” Legacy banks aren’t happy. They see this as a way to get federal approval without playing by full bank rules. It’s a growing trend. These crypto firms are going after limited charters to get through the door. Last year, Coinbase filed for one. Ripple, BitGo, and Paxos already got conditional approvals. World Liberty is just the latest one trying it. The company says if they get approval, they’ll be able to go after institutional clients, like exchanges and funds. The smartest crypto minds already read our newsletter. Want in?
On January 13 (UTC+8), according to Hyperinsight monitoring, the largest ZEC short seller increased short positions in UNI and WLFI today, currently shorting 52,919 UNI (approximately $280,000) and 12,343,807 WLFI (approximately $2.07 million) with 10x leverage. The account's unrealized profit is $6.9 million. This address is known for establishing large-scale short positions in ZEC, having started shorting ZEC at the $184 price level. During this period, it once had an unrealized loss of $21 million, but later successfully turned a profit.
BlockBeats News, January 13th, according to Hyperinsight monitoring, the "ZEC Largest Short" continued to increase its short positions in UNI and WLFI today. It is currently short 52,919 UNI (about $280,000) with 10x leverage and short 12,343,807 WLFI (about $2.07 million) with 10x leverage, with an unrealized gain of $6.9 million in the account. This address is known for establishing a large short position on ZEC, starting to short ZEC from $184 and at one point experiencing an unrealized loss of $21 million, but later successfully turning the loss into a gain.
World Liberty Financial has added a new on-chain market, quietly expanding how its ecosystem puts capital to work. Summary World Liberty Financial launched World Liberty Markets, a lending platform built on Dolomite. Users can supply or borrow assets including USD1, ETH, cbBTC, USDC, and USDT. The platform is designed to support future tokenized real-world assets and governance-led expansion. World Liberty Financial has rolled out a new lending product, adding another piece to its growing on-chain financial stack. On Jan. 12, the Trump-affiliated project announced the launch of World Liberty Markets, a lending and borrowing platform built on top of Dolomite’s liquidity infrastructure. A Dolomite-powered lending layer World Liberty Markets allows users to supply assets to earn yield or borrow against their portfolios using Dolomite’s existing money market system. At launch, supported assets include USD1, WLFI, ETH, cbBTC, USDC, and USDT. The platform positions USD1, WLFI’s dollar-pegged stablecoin, as a core asset within the system. Users can supply USD1 to earn yield or use it as collateral, with WLFI describing the product as a way to keep the stablecoin “productive” across its ecosystem. Instead of creating a lending protocol from the ground up, WLFI is relying on Dolomite’s well-established infrastructure, which will provide fast execution and flexible liquidity across various asset pairs. World Liberty Markets serves as a front-end layer, tailored specifically to WLFI users and products. Governance, incentives, and future expansion WLFI said the new market is intended to act as a unified interface for future services. WLFI token holders will be able to propose and vote on new collateral types, incentive structures, and market parameters as the platform evolves. Alongside the launch, WLFI activated a USD1 Points Program within World Liberty Markets. Users who supply USD1 may earn points under terms set by launch partners, though the project noted that conditions may change and participation carries risk. WLFI’s rollout is part of a longer-term strategy centered on tokenized real-world assets. Rather than limiting itself to in-house products, the platform is being built to support both third-party and WLFI-issued RWAs as they are introduced. Over time, this approach is meant to push USD1 beyond purely crypto-native markets. World Liberty Financial is also widening its presence at the intersection of crypto and traditional finance. The platform recently applied for a national trust bank charter through WLTC Holdings LLC, a move that would bring USD1 issuance and custody under federal supervision. That step has drawn attention, not just for what it enables, but because of WLFI’s political ties and its stated ambitions inside regulated markets. Inside the ecosystem, governance has been moving in the same direction. Treasury funds are being steered toward incentives designed to drive USD1 adoption, a decision that effectively places the stablecoin at the center of WLFI’s long-term strategy.
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