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Republican presidential hopefuls chose not to mention crypto in the first debate of the GOP primary season in Milwaukee, Wisconsin. (Win McNamee/Getty Images)

A look at the crypto positions of the major presidential candidates shows some of them are huge digital assets supporters but have significant distance to make up in early polling.

By Jesse Hamilton

Aug 28, 2023 at 4:42 p.m. UTC

Aug 28, 2023

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Vivek Ramaswamy Seen as Most Formidable Trump Challenger by Blockchain Bettors

Blockchain bettors didn’t appear to change their odds making much as a result of Wednesday’s debate but crypto betting platforms do show that Vivek Ramaswamy a Bitcoin friendly entrepreneur who won plaudits for his performance has overtaken Florida Governor Ron De Santis in the past week as the clear frontrunner to challenge Trump The Hash [...]

By CoinDesk Staff

Aug 25, 2023 at 5:19 p.m. UTC

Aug 25, 2023

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After GOP Debate, Blockchain Bettors See Ramaswamy as Most Formidable Trump Challenger

Betting lines didn’t change much as a result of Wednesday’s debate, but the Bitcoin-friendly entrepreneur has edged out Florida governor Ron DeSantis this past week in the GOP’s race for second place.

By Sam Kessler

Aug 24, 2023 at 5:46 p.m. UTC

Aug 24, 2023

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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez: I've 'Never Been a Fan' of CBDCs

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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez: I've 'Never Been a Fan' of CBDCs

Miami Mayor and Republican presidential candidate Francis Suarez joins The Hash to discuss his thoughts on Florida Governor Ron De Santis proposal to ban central bank digital currencies CBD Cs if elected president Nobody wants the Federal government or any government knowing where you have your money it's a violation of our rights of privacy [...]

By CoinDesk Staff

Aug 4, 2023 at 4:57 p.m. UTC

Aug 4, 2023

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Justin Sun Says He's 'Excited' to Assist Curve; DeSantis Accuses Biden of 'War on Bitcoin'

Coin Desk Daily breaks down some of the top headlines from the world of crypto including Justin Sun's efforts to help De Fi giant Curve after a recent exploit There could be a path forward to reboot FTX but the revamped exchange would only be available to offshore customers And a closer look at what [...]

By CoinDesk Staff

Aug 1, 2023 at 6:52 p.m. UTC

Aug 1, 2023

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DeSantis Accuses Biden of 'War on Bitcoin,' Vows to Stop It if Elected President

DeSantis is likely referring to the recent action by the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) against multiple crypto exchanges.

By Helene Braun Jesse Hamilton

Jul 31, 2023 at 8:37 p.m. UTC

Jul 31, 2023

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U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETF Race Deadlines; DeSantis Vows to Ban CBDCs if Elected President

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U.S. Spot Bitcoin ETF Race Deadlines; DeSantis Vows to Ban CBDCs if Elected President

Coin Desk Daily host Jennifer Sanasie dives into today’s headlines in the crypto industry as the clock starts ticking this week for the U S Securities and Exchange Commission's SEC decision on whether to approve or reject six applications to list a spot bitcoin ETF Florida Governor Ron De Santis vows to ban central bank [...]

By CoinDesk Staff

Jul 18, 2023 at 7:14 p.m. UTC

Jul 18, 2023

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Ron DeSantis Promises to Ban CBDCs if Elected President

The U.S. presidential candidate in March signed a bill as Florida’s governor to prohibit the use of CBDCs within his state.

By Krisztian Sandor

Jul 17, 2023 at 4:55 p.m. UTC

Jul 17, 2023

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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez on DeSantis and Trump's 'Technological IQ'

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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez on DeSantis and Trump's 'Technological IQ'

Miami Mayor Francis Suarez who this week announced his 2024 presidential campaign explains why United States he believes it is necessary to have a President who understands the technologies around crypto AI and more Plus whether his fellow GOP candidates former President Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron De Santis have the technological IQ it [...]

By CoinDesk Staff

Jun 16, 2023 at 5:22 p.m. UTC

Jun 16, 2023

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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez: Banning CBDC Is 'Necessary but Not Sufficient'

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Miami Mayor Francis Suarez: Banning CBDC Is 'Necessary but Not Sufficient'

Miami Mayor and 2024 Presidential candidate Francis Suarez addresses why "it's necessary but not sufficient" to ban central bank digital currencies in the United States. Plus, why Florida Governor Ron DeSantis is "taking a very safe position" with his efforts to ban CBDCs in the state.

By CoinDesk Staff

Jun 16, 2023 at 5:21 p.m. UTC

Jun 16, 2023

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