US President Donald Trump denies knowledge of a reported $500 million deal with Abu Dhabi royal for a stake in World Liberty Financial crypto platform. Sheikh Tahnoon bin Zayed Al Nahyan purchased a 49% stake in WLFI, raising concerns over foreign influence. Democratic Senator Elizabeth Warren criticizes Trump’s ties to crypto. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency rejects Warren’s bid to hold off on considering WLFI’s bank charter application. WLFI spokesman defends the company’s actions, stating American companies should not be held to a unique standard.

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