Trump Media & Technology Group

Trump's Truth Social Takes Step Toward Launching Bitcoin ETF with NYSE Arca Filing

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Trump Media & Technology Group Corp. filed a 19b-4 form with the NYSE to list a spot Bitcoin ETF, marking a significant expansion into cryptocurrency financial products. The ETF, part of a broader strategy to leverage Trump’s media platform for financial offerings, represents an innovative …

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Trump Media Finalizes Crypto ETF Deal with Crypto.com and Yorkville Digital

| Importance: 8/10

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) signed a binding agreement with Crypto.com and Yorkville America Digital to launch a series of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focusing on digital assets and ‘Made in America’ industries. The deal involves Crypto.com providing broker-dealer services …

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Swiss National Bank purchased 111,300 shares of Trump Media worth $1.78M, stake grows to $5.37M by February

| Importance: 9/10

The Swiss National Bank, Switzerland’s central bank majority owned by public entities, purchased 111,300 shares of Trump Media & Technology Group valued at $1.78 million during Q3 2024, according to SEC disclosures. By February 2025, the bank’s holdings increased to 157,500 shares …

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Trump Media Launches Truth.Fi FinTech Brand with $250M Investment Strategy

| Importance: 8/10

Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG) announced the launch of Truth.Fi, a new FinTech brand targeting ‘America First’ investment vehicles, including customized ETFs, separately managed accounts, and cryptocurrency investments. The strategic move involves a $250 million investment …

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SEC Files Securities Fraud Lawsuit Against Former DWAC CEO Patrick Orlando

| Importance: 9/10

The Securities and Exchange Commission files a federal lawsuit against Patrick Orlando, former CEO and Chairman of Digital World Acquisition Corporation, alleging securities fraud in connection with DWAC’s initial public offering and proposed merger with Trump Media. The SEC alleges Orlando …

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DJT Stock Begins Trading as Trump Owns Majority of $8.4 Billion Media Company

| Importance: 10/10

Trump Media begins trading under ticker DJT at $8.4 billion valuation, with Trump holding 69-78.75% of shares, creating unprecedented presidential conflict of interest through media and financial entanglement. Trading was volatile, with stock price jumping over 50% and trading briefly halted.

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SEC Charges DWAC with Securities Fraud, Imposes $18 Million Penalty

| Importance: 9/10

The Securities and Exchange Commission announced settled fraud charges against Digital World Acquisition Corp (DWAC) for material misrepresentations to investors about merger discussions with Trump Media & Technology Group (TMTG). The SEC found that individuals who would later become …

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Trump Crypto Empire Raises Major Constitutional Conflict of Interest Concerns

| Importance: 9/10

Trump Media and Technology Group announced significant cryptocurrency partnerships that could generate hundreds of millions in foreign-backed revenue, potentially violating the Emoluments Clause. The venture involves state-backed Emirati investment firm MGX, crypto exchange Binance, and World …

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Digital World Acquisition Corp Fires CEO Patrick Orlando Amid SEC Investigation

| Importance: 8/10

Digital World Acquisition Corp (DWAC) terminated CEO Patrick Orlando’s employment, citing “unprecedented headwinds” that necessitated a leadership change. The board appointed Eric Swider as interim CEO after investigations by the SEC and federal prosecutors into potential …

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Truth Social Receives $8 Million from Russian-Connected Entities While "On Brink of Collapse"

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Trump Media receives emergency loans totaling $8 million from Putin-connected Paxum Bank ($2M) and ES Family Trust ($6M) when company near failure, triggering federal investigation

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Trump Media Founded with Chinese-Connected Financial Backer Patrick Orlando

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Trump announces Truth Social through Trump Media & Technology Group, with financial backing from Patrick Orlando who also serves as CEO of Wuhan-based Yunhong International

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Digital World Acquisition Corp Announces Trump Media SPAC Merger

| Importance: 8/10

Digital World Acquisition Corp (DWAC), a special purpose acquisition company, announced its agreement to merge with Trump Media & Technology Group Corp (TMTG), bringing Trump’s Truth Social platform public. The announcement triggered massive trading volume and price volatility, with DWAC …

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