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Adams Aims to Combat Antisemitism with Cryptocurrency

1/1/2026

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Eric Adams, the outgoing mayor of New York City, plans to use cryptocurrency to combat antisemitism after leaving office.
He notes Jews face the city's highest rate of hate crimes and remains committed to antisemitism prevention.
Adams has served since 2021 and will be succeeded by mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, whose stance on Israel concerns critics.
At a press conference, Adams said he looks forward to future projects, including a book.

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Eric Adams, the outgoing mayor of New York City, plans to use cryptocurrency to combat antisemitism after leaving office.
He notes Jews face the city's highest rate of hate crimes and remains committed to antisemitism prevention.
Adams has served since 2021 and will be succeeded by mayor-elect Zohran Mamdani, whose stance on Israel concerns critics.
At a press conference, Adams said he looks forward to future projects, including a book.