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[visionarycios]

Trump Names Crypto Advocate Paul Atkins as SEC Chair Nominee and Gail Slater to Oversee Antitrust Division

Source: edition.cnn_.com

President-elect Donald Trump has announced key nominations for his administration, signaling a shift in regulatory approaches for the cryptocurrency and technology sectors. Paul Atkins, a well-known crypto advocate, is set to lead the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), while Gail Slater, a former Fox Corporation executive and economic policy adviser, has been tapped to head the Justice Department’s antitrust division.

Crypto Gains a Supportive Ally at the SEC

Paul Atkins, who served as co-chairman of the Digital Chamber’s Token Alliance since 2017, is expected to take a more lenient approach to cryptocurrency regulation compared to his predecessor, Gary Gensler. Trump praised Atkins as a leader committed to common-sense regulations, emphasizing his belief in the importance of digital assets and innovation in driving economic growth.

Atkins, a former SEC commissioner under President George W. Bush, is also the founder and CEO of Patomak Global Partners, a consultancy serving financial technology and crypto-related clients. He is widely regarded as someone who favors a hands-off approach to regulating cryptocurrencies, which has raised optimism within the crypto community.

The announcement of Atkins’ nomination had an immediate impact on the market. Within an hour, Bitcoin surged by over $1,000, reflecting investor confidence in the potential for a more favorable regulatory environment under his leadership.

During Trump’s first term, Paul Atkins worked as part of the president’s economic advisory group alongside top CEOs, including those from JPMorgan Chase, General Motors, and Blackrock. His extensive experience in finance and advocacy for crypto-friendly policies positions him as a significant player in shaping the future of digital assets in the United States.

A Tough Stance on Big Tech

In addition to Paul Atkins, Trump has nominated Gail Slater to lead the Justice Department’s antitrust division. Slater is expected to continue the administration’s efforts to hold large tech companies accountable for alleged competition abuses.

Trump has long criticized Big Tech for stifling competition and using its market power to limit innovation and infringe on the rights of smaller players. During his first term, the Justice Department initiated a landmark antitrust lawsuit against Google, accusing the tech giant of monopolizing the online search market. The case, which concluded under the Biden administration, resulted in one of the most significant rulings against a tech company in decades.

Slater, a seasoned policymaker and legal adviser, has a history of tackling antitrust issues in both the tech and pharmaceutical industries. She previously served as a legal adviser at the Federal Trade Commission and played a key role in shaping the Trump administration’s policies on 5G telecommunications, privacy, and cybersecurity.

Her background also includes positions at major tech firms, including serving as general counsel at the Internet Association, a once-influential trade group representing companies such as Amazon, Facebook, Google, and Microsoft. More recently, Slater worked as vice president and deputy general counsel at Roku, adding to her extensive experience in the tech sector.

A Mixed Reaction from Tech and Crypto

While the tech industry may have reasons for concern due to the continued scrutiny of Big Tech, the crypto community has expressed enthusiasm for Trump’s picks. Atkins’ nomination aligns with Trump’s efforts to court the cryptocurrency sector during his campaign, where he promised to implement pro-crypto policies. These included creating a strategic national Bitcoin reserve and retaining seized Bitcoin assets rather than auctioning them.

Paul Atkins’ approach to crypto regulation could pave the way for broader adoption of digital currencies in the U.S., positioning the country as a global leader in the sector. Meanwhile, Slater’s nomination suggests that the administration will maintain its focus on holding tech giants accountable while fostering competition and innovation.

Together, these appointments reflect Trump’s vision for a regulatory environment that supports both technological advancement and market fairness, setting the stage for significant changes in the coming years.

[familythings]

My 1 million dollars will go to help people

If you had a million dollars to give away, who would you give it to? If I have 1 million dollars in my hand today, I will consider them as a gift and will do the same with them. I will donate them. I will add some to my daughter’s trust fund, some to my sister, and some to my aunt so she can have an easier aging. The rest would go for charity. Taking about charity donations, there is only one…

[stephanedugast]

📌[ÉCHO] 📣 Ma prochaine conférence, c'est le samedi 4 mai avec le Rotary International au siège de l'UNESCO à Paris ⤵️

LE MOT DES ORGANISATEURS

🔎 Focus sur nos speakers

🌍 Passionné par l'exploration et le partage d'histoires inspirantes. Venez écouter Stéphane Dugast !

Depuis l'an 2000, Stéphane parcourt le monde, des régions polaires aux jungles équatoriales, capturant des récits fascinants à travers des enquêtes, des reportages et des documentaires.

Collaborateur de prestigieux titres tels que Le Figaro Magazine, GEO et VSD, il partage sa passion pour les mondes sauvages et la nature à travers ses écrits.

En plus de ses contributions à la presse, Stéphane est l'auteur de plusieurs ouvrages salués par la critique, disponibles en librairie.

Son engagement à sensibiliser le public aux enjeux environnementaux et à l'exploration responsable se reflète également dans ses documentaires, dont "Odyssées Blanches" diffusé sur TF1, Ushuaia TV et TV5 Monde.

Depuis 2015, Stéphane occupe le poste de secrétaire général de la Société des Explorateurs Français, où il continue de promouvoir l'esprit d'aventure et de découverte.

Rejoignez Stéphane dans son voyage pour explorer, raconter, partager et inspirer !

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[duckythailand]

น่ารักเปล่าก็ไม่รู้ ? รบกวนช่วยดูให้หน่อยสิค่ะ 😋 ธีมลูกทุ่งว้าวว้าว 🤩 #ilookped #ilookpedinratchaburi #districtconference2023 #rotaryinternational #rotary3330 (ที่ โรงแรม ณ เวลา Navela Hotel) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp7e8TAPeJh/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[dylanccrain]

Day 8: When you step back, you truly appreciate how much natural beauty this country has. From the mountains, the water, the dirt, right on down to the people. It's a truly special place I have so much appreciation for this time down here & can't wait to return for @tamparotaract with @honduras.cp #rotaryinternational #honduras🇭🇳 (at La Paz La Paz Honduras) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpQkPpfp8Hx/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[okurut]

Today is another day of sharing on "How Dance Resolves Conflict in our communities. Dance is a potential asset for the peacebuilding field, creating opportunities for nonverbal, embodied learning and relationships to the ‘other’. As a symbolic language communicated through the body, dance is one tool to support peacebuilders and communities in conflict to develop the range of their communication and understanding. Though the potential of dance is encouraging, there is also a need for ongoing reflection regarding implementation, and possible misuse of the arts. “Dance, when you’re broken open. Dance, if you’ve torn the bandage off. Dance in the middle of the fighting. Dance in your blood. Dance when you’re perfectly free.” – Rumi Join me at Musicals this Thursday 23rd Feb for a fun filled fellowship but yet a whole different learning experience as I Okurut cools down the Thursday evening with dance after taking them through how dance as an Art can resolve conflicts. Time:6:30pm. Location: Shell Club opp. UMA Main Gate. "A date worth attending with that dancing attire!"💃🏾🕺🏼 Kampala North Musical #Musical2theWorld Supported By RC Kampala North @rotaract_klanorthmusical @rotaractkampalasouth @rotaractklacity @rotaractclubo @rotaract_bugolobi @rotaract_najjeera @rctkajjansi @rac_kla_munyonyo @rotaractkampala @rotaryinternational @rotaractclubofkololo @rotarykampalacity @rotaryclubnakaserocentral @rotaryclubofkampalacentral @rotary_kololo_kampala @muyengassunset #rotary #rotaract #speaker #sharing #dance #knowledge #love #peaceofmind #peacebuilding #dancing #conflict #conflictresolution #talk #happiness #swingdance #traditional #lindyhop #traveldancer #instructorokurutgeorge (at Kampala, Uganda) https://www.instagram.com/p/Co_iFg5I8U0/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brettweiss]

It was an honor to share our story of #hope with the Lake Geneva Rotary Club! Thanks for all of your support! Rotary International #Rotary #rotaryinternational

[professor-lawyer]

@Two Towering Personalities in my Professional Life@

"సూర్య చంద్రులు ఇద్దరు ఒక్క చోటే ముచ్చటగా చేరారు".

గుంటూరు మహా నగర విద్యారంగానికి శివ కేశవులు లాంటి వారు, నా వృతి జీవితానికి మెరుగులు దిద్దినవారు, అతి గొప్ప మానవాతావాదులు , ఘనమైన దార్శినికులు , ఇద్దరు మహోన్నత వ్యక్తులు.. ఇద్దరు కలసి తీసుకున్న అద్భుతమైన చిత్రరాజము .

#కుడివైపు ఉన్నవారు :- శ్రీ వాసిరెడ్డి విద్యాసాగర్ గారు, VIVA -VVIT విద్యాసంస్థల చైర్మన్ గారు.

#మధ్యలో ఉన్నవారు :- శ్రీ D . A . R . సుబ్రహ్మణ్యం గారు, మహాత్మగాంధీ PG కాలేజీ, మరియు అనంత ఇన్స్టిట్యూట్ అఫ్ మానేజ్మెంట్ చైర్మన్ గారు.

@నా వృత్తి జీవితంలో ఇద్దరు మహోన్నత వ్యక్తులు@

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[weissscholarshipfoundation]

It was an honor on Monday to share our story of #hope with Elkhart Rotary Club! Together we can #endpoverty by creating a world where #EveryChild gets a great #education. Please support our work. www.weissscholarshipfoundation.org Venmo: @weisssf Cash App: $weisssf Rotary International #Rotary #rotaryclub #rotaryinternational

[scholarshipxplore]

Robert S. McNamara fellowship 2024 |Fully Funded 

 Research Locations: World Bank at Washington D.C

Funding Type: Paid 

Eligibility Criteria 

Nationals of World Bank WBG Member Countries 

Master’s level studies or pursuing a Phd in Economics or a related fields:

Must not be more than 35 years of Age

Available to relocate to Washington, D.C 

Fluency in English 

Note- (Priority given to developing countries)

Link : https://scholarshipexplore.com/world-bank-robert-s-mcnamara-fellowships-program/

Deadline: 28th February, 2024

Fellowship Components

Professional experience 

Capacity Building 

Research Dissemination

#scholarshipexplore, #scholarships #scholarship #fellowship, #fellowships #rotary, #studyabroad #students, #student #university #universities #scholarship2024 #rotaryinternational #rotaryfellowshipprogram 

[eric-dillie]

Today is my 8th anniversary of being a member of the greatest Rotary Club in the 🌎@rotarylivermorevalley ❤️ #rotaryinternational #livermore #california

[tdsgroup]

Our greatest glory is not in never failing, but in rising up every time we fail.

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[duckythailand]

#ภาพจากมุมนี้ ช่างคุ้นเคยและชินตายิ่งนัก ทุกคนมีประโยชน์ที่แตกต่างไปตามประสบการณ์ ตามบทบาท หน้าที่ที่ได้รับมอบหมาย รวมไปถึงในสถานการณ์ต่างๆ #ฉันภูมิใจในตัวเธอ #ilookped #เป็นกำลังใจให้คนที่ทำงาน #โรตารี #rotaryinternational #rotary3330 #สโมสรโรตารีมณีกาญจน์ #ilookpedworking #ilookpedinratchaburi (ที่ โรงแรม ณ เวลา Navela Hotel) https://www.instagram.com/p/Cp44YfhPTWI/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[dylanccrain]

Day 7: got to the person who inspired me to come down here in the first place, Sara from @chispaproject So glad we got to visit the school we painted last year & bring supplies! Also, we ended up in the paper & finished our latrines It's been a crazy week, ending with me crying last night but, I'm so proud to see all the work we've done down here. More to come for @tamparotaract with @honduras.cp #rotaryinternational #chispaproject #honduras🇭🇳 (at La Paz La Paz Honduras) https://www.instagram.com/p/CpNhY-JMxCC/?igshid=NGJjMDIxMWI=

[brettweiss]

Our 3 Form 1 Girls via our special #Rotary partnership. Off to a great start-Penina, Malia & Shashylyne! Thanks to Redondo Beach Rotary Club, The Rotary Club of Hermosa Beach Rotary Club of West Torrance and Rotary Club of Suna-Migori District 9212. #rotaryinternational