World Liberty Financial (WLF), a crypto project linked to Donald Trump, announced it raised $1 billion in token sales, while the newly launched $TRUMP memecoin soared to a $10 billion market valuation as Trump assumed his second term. 

Promising to usher in a "golden age" for cryptocurrencies, Trump has positioned himself as a pro-crypto leader, contrasting the regulatory stance of the previous administration. Launched two months before the election, WLF and its tokens, including $TRUMP and Melania Trump's $MELANIA coin, have sparked both excitement and ethical concerns.

The $TRUMP coin’s meteoric rise, briefly peaking at $74.59, highlights the speculative fervor in the market, though experts warn of potential legal and financial pitfalls. Critics argue these ventures blur the lines between political influence and speculative assets, raising red flags about conflicts of interest and regulatory oversight. 

Finsum: Despite skepticism, the launch has fueled a broader rally in cryptocurrency markets, with Bitcoin hitting record highs amid optimism about Trump’s crypto-friendly policies.