Crypto wrap: Trump appoints pro-crypto running mate, FTX $4bn settlement and Tether regulatory hire

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US Presidential hopeful Donald Trump has chosen as his running mate pro-crypto JD Vance, an author and investor who has repeatedly been vocal on his position supporting cryptocurrency.

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Vance spoke on US crypto regulation and SEC chairman Gary Gensler recently, saying:

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