Trump administration reverses offshore exodus as crypto booms back onshore
World Liberty Financial co-founder Zach Witkoff touts WLFI Token’s $23 billion surge, says President Donald Trump’s vision is driving America’s crypto comeback and encourages banks to embrace blockchain on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Trump opening up 401 (k)s to private equity is a 'huge step,' SEC Commissioner says
SEC Commissioner Mark Uyeda discusses new short-selling rules and President Donald Trump's recent executive order allowing diversified assets in 401(k) investments on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Trump tariffs caused a 'major disruption': ECB's Christine Lagarde
European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde explains her past criticism of President Donald Trump's tariffs and the U.S.-EU trade deal on 'Mornings with Maria.'
Markets are 'thirsty' for Powell to make a change expert suggests
Former Chrysler and Home Depot CEO Bob Nardelli joins Mornings with Maria to react to Fed Chair Jerome Powell signaling possible rate cuts at Jackson Hole and shares his take on crypto after Ethereum’s record high.
Trump's 401(k) expansion fuels ethereum boom
President Donald Trump's 401(k) push to include alternative assets has investors snapping up digital assets, including ethereum and smaller cryptocurrencies.
How football prediction markets are 'much different' than sports betting
Robinhood Markets VP and General Manager of Futures and International JB Mackenzie discusses rolling out football prediction markets and an 'educational tool' for investors about crypto markets on 'Making Money.'
Winklevoss twins drop millions worth of bitcoin into PAC to help bolster Trump admin's pro-crypto agenda
Winklevoss twins donate millions worth of bitcoin to PAC to help bolster Trump's pro-crypto agenda and ensure Dems do not win either chamber of Congress.
New SEC initiative aims to modernize cryptocurrency regulations
SEC Chairman Paul Atkins discusses the Trump administration’s actions on cryptocurrency regulation and more on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Ex-Wall Street exec allegedly diverted millions from casino startup to fund personal gambling, crypto trading
Former JPMorgan Chase and Goldman Sachs banker Richard Kim was indicted on securities and wire fraud charges after allegedly misusing nearly $4 million from Zero Edge investors.
Investment advisor touts America being increasingly 'RED PILLED'
Vertical Research Advisory founder Kip Herriage weighs in on Big Tech workers reportedly being Democratic socialist Zohran Mamdani's top donors and describes the 'Trump economic miracle' on 'Making Money.'
Bitcoin nears all-time high following Trump's crypto 401(k) announcement
Bitcoin Foundation Chairman Brock Pierce discusses what's causing the recent surge in the price of Bitcoin on 'Varney & Co.'
Trump's 401(k) expansion order: What new investment options will be available?
President Donald Trump signed an order enabling Americans to include private market investments, commodities and infrastructure projects in their 401(k) account portfolios.
From the nation's Capital to the Cosmos: Haridopolos on Trump’s bold moves in DC, space, and crypto
Rep. Mike Haridopolos, R-Fla., joins ‘Mornings with Maria’ to break down President Donald Trump’s federal move to secure the capital, the high-stakes race to power the Moon before China and the plan to crown the U.S. the global crypto capital.
President Donald Trump’s 401(k) reform: How this new executive order opens doors to crypto, private equity
Dub CEO Steven Wang on President Donald Trump’s groundbreaking move to level the playing field for working Americans through his new executive order on ‘Varney & Co.’
Coinbase chief policy officer lauds Trump's executive order targeting debanking
Coinbase chief policy officer Faryar Shirzad weighs in on President Donald Trump's executive order targeting debanking and explains what the order means for the crypto sector on 'The Bottom Line.'
Joe Moglia on crypto, college sports and the Fed: What investors must know now
Former TD Ameritrade Chairman and CEO Joe Moglia details what FG Nexus’ crypto strategy means for investors, what to keep an eye out for from the Fed and how President Trump’s NIL order could redefine sports on ‘Mornings with Maria.’
Trump fights back against the 'pernicious practice' of debanking with new executive order
Rep. Andy Barr, R-Ky., discusses President Donald Trump's executive order to stop banking discrimination, his potential meeting with Russia's Vladimir Putin and Intel CEO Lip-Bu Tan's China ties on 'Mornings with Maria.'
‘Nothing else I can do’: Bitcoin investor begs city for chance to recover fortune
Computer engineer James Howells joins 'Varney & Co.' to discuss losing his hard drive with over 8,000 Bitcoin in 2013 and his attempts to recover it.
Trump preps executive order to punish banks for political bias
FOX Business' Grady Trimble has the details from the White House on 'Varney & Co.'
Expert touts SEC's 'Project Crypto' announcement: 'This is innovation'
The Digital Chamber Chair and founder Perianne Boring joins 'Mornings with Maria to react to SEC Chairman Paul Atkins announcing the plan aiming to modernize rules and regulations around crypto trading.
Cryptocurrency FAQs
What is Cryptocurrency?
Cryptocurrency, or crypto, is a form of digital asset that is secured by cryptography and the blockchain. The most notable example of a cryptocurrency is bitcoin, though thousands of other similar assets exist. Cryptocurrencies are regarded by many as the money tech of the future due to their accessibility and un-censorable nature.
How do cryptocurrencies work?
Cryptocurrency networks, or blockchains, are independently verified by a matrix of computers that record all transactions and ensure a consensus throughout the chain. This means that all network information is recorded immutably and permanently; transactions cannot be prevented, blocked, or changed. Network participants can thus trust each other and transact without the need for a centralized intermediary.
How can I buy a cryptocurrency?
There are many markets for cryptocurrencies where you can exchange USD for the cryptocurrency of your choice. These include centralized exchanges and services such as Coinbase and PayPal, or decentralized alternatives like UniSwap where you can swap between crypto-assets. To use a centralized exchange, you’ll need to submit personal information such as your passport or driver’s license. Note that the price of digital assets can change rapidly, so timing your purchases well is essential.
Where can I keep my crypto coins?
Cryptocurrencies can usually be held with the exchange or business you bought them from. However, as these exchanges can be hacked, it is advisable to move your assets to your own personal wallet. These wallets are more secure and can be accessed from your laptop, phone, or other mobile devices.
What can I buy with crypto?
Real work adoption of crypto is still ongoing. However, more businesses are accepting crypto and you can buy goods and services as diverse as real estate, stocks, travel, gambling, websites, and much more. This trend should continue over time as cryptocurrencies become better known, accepted and trusted.
Pros and cons of investing in a cryptocurrency
You may have read the news that crypto has broken all-time highs recently. This is the main advantage, that we are early in the asset’s history and prices have generally gone rapidly upwards. However, you should be aware that volatility is significant and you can similarly lose money quickly if your timing is poor. Security is also a major issue and you must ensure you secure your crypto and transactions well or you could become a victim of theft or fraud.