🟡 Bybit restores 50 percent of Ethereum reserves after a $1.4 billion hacker attack, receiving emergency help from crypto companies and confirmation of user fund security Source

🟡 The Lazarus group is using the meme-coin QinShihuang to launder $26 million stolen from Bybit through the Solana and Binance Smart Chain blockchains, exacerbating security issues on cryptocurrency platforms Source

🟡 Kraken and Crypto com are developing their own stablecoins to comply with the new MiCA regulation requirements in the EU, excluding unauthorized tokens by March 2025 Source

🟡 Pump fun blocks hacker linked to major Bybit breach, preventing laundering of 1.5 billion dollars through meme coin QinShihuang Source

🟡 The bill on Bitcoin reserves rejected in Montana: The House of Representatives voted against investing in cryptocurrencies using state funds Source

🟡 Bybit invests $1 million in EthicHub to support small farmers, improve financial inclusion, and promote sustainable development in the coffee industry through blockchain Source

🟡 The Federal Reserve System has supported the BFT mechanism for digital payments, which opens up new opportunities for cryptocurrencies XRP, XLM, and HBAR in financial systems Source

🟡 Brazilian Dover Braga was extradited to the USA for the $290 million cryptocurrency Ponzi scheme, facing up to 20 years in prison for fraud and tax evasion Source

🟡 DekaBank launches cryptocurrency trading and custody services for institutional clients, receiving a license from BaFin and adhering to security and regulatory requirements Source

🟡 DFSA recognizes USDC and EURC as the first stablecoins within Dubai's crypto regulation, opening new opportunities for business in DIFC and supporting the growth of the cryptocurrency sector in the UAE Source

🟡 Infini loses $50 million due to a hack by a developer with left administrative rights, using a vulnerability in the contract and cryptocurrency transfers Source

🟡 The Nigerian government is suing Binance for $81.5 billion, accusing the company of economic losses and failure to pay taxes for 2022 2023 Source

🟡 A federal judge blocked DOGE’s access to personal information of citizens, claiming it violates data protection laws, after a lawsuit by unions and government benefits recipients Source

🟡 The EU introduces the 16th sanctions package against Russia, including the cryptocurrency exchange Garantex and expanding restrictions on Belarus, strengthening the fight against circumventing international sanctions Source

🟡 OKX has agreed to pay over $500 million due to violations of U.S. laws by serving customers without a license and failing to comply with anti-money laundering requirements Source

🟡 The Financial Intelligence Unit of South Korea suspends the operation of the Upbit exchange for three months due to violations of cryptocurrency regulations Source

🟡 Bybit resumed operations in India after registration with authorities, restoring services for users after the fine for violating anti-money laundering legislation Source

🟡 The SEC ends the investigation against Uniswap Labs, dropping charges of unregistered activity, which supports the development of DeFi technologies in the US Source

🟡 The U.S. Department is investigating the incident with the video criticizing the ties between Trump and Musk shown at the HUD headquarters, amid Musk's ultimatum to federal employees Source

🟡 Hackers are spreading malware through fake projects on GitHub to steal cryptocurrency and personal data, warns Kaspersky Source

🟡 PayPal is implementing PYUSD for small businesses, offering faster and cheaper payments with the potential to expand the customer base Source

🟡 Hackers who hacked the Bybit exchange laundered 113 million dollars in 24 hours and continue to hold 900 million dollars, using Maya Protocol and the North Korean Lazarus group Source

🟡 Tron announced the launch of the "Gasless" feature for USDt transfers, allowing transactions without a fee, after the rise in network fees at the end of 2024 Source

🟡 The Ethereum Foundation donated $1.25 million for the legal defense of Tornado Cash developer Alexey Percev in connection with his conviction for money laundering in the Netherlands Source

🟡 Avalanche and Rain have introduced a crypto card for payments in stores and online using cryptocurrencies (USDC, USDT, wAVAX, AVAX) through the Visa® network worldwide Source

🟡 Pump fun reports a hack of its X account: hackers are spreading fake tokens and threatening to delete the platform if the market capitalization reaches $100 million
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🟡 MetaMask expands support for fiat onramps to 10 blockchain networks, simplifying the process of exchanging cryptocurrency for traditional money and improving accessibility for beginners Source

🟡 Bank of America is preparing to launch a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar, awaiting legislative approval, and competing with major players in the cryptocurrency market Source

🟡 The UK introduces a bill for the seizure of cryptocurrency assets obtained through criminal means, expanding the powers of the Crown Court Source

🟡 Russian entrepreneur Alexey Andriunin has been extradited to the USA on charges of market manipulation in cryptocurrency markets and fraud with client funds Source

🟡 The SEC has concluded its investigation against the crypto exchange Gemini, owned by the Winklevoss twins, without filing charges, despite significant legal costs for the company Source

🟡 U.S. Senators have proposed a bill to protect Bitcoin ATM users from fraud with transaction limits and mandatory confirmation of operations Source

🟡 The hacker laundered more than 50 percent of the stolen $1.4 billion from Bybit, using THORChain to exchange ETH for Bitcoin, which caused a sharp rise in activity on the platform Source

🟡 Uniswap launches a partnership with Robinhood, MoonPay, and Transak to simplify cryptocurrency-to-fiat exchange in 180 countries following the conclusion of the SEC investigation Source

🟡 SEC closes case against Coinbase, changing approach to cryptocurrency regulation — company aims to collaborate with Congress on new legislative initiatives Source

🟡 Montana: 73-year-old Randell Ruhl found guilty of laundering $2.4 million through cryptocurrency connected to frauds and phishing Source

🟡 The SEC has dropped the litigation with Consensys, allowing the company to focus on the development of technologies and further support of Ethereum and MetaMask Source

🟡 The FBI accuses hackers linked to North Korea of stealing $1.5 billion from the Bybit cryptocurrency exchange to finance the country’s nuclear program Source

🟡 Mask Network founder Sui Yang reported a theft of $4 million from his personal cryptocurrency wallet, revealing vulnerabilities in the security of mobile wallets and self-custody Source

🟡 Hong Kong is investing 125 million USD in the development of artificial intelligence and Web3 through Cyberport, including the expansion of supercomputing capabilities and talent initiatives Source

🟡 Boerse Stuttgart has entered into a partnership with DekaBank to provide cryptocurrency trading services to institutional clients, strengthening its position in the European financial market Source

🟡 Trump Organization launches a metaverse and NFT platform project with educational and business services, with a possible launch by the end of 2025 Source

🟡 Olumide Osunkoya was sentenced to 4 years in prison for illegal cryptocurrency activities totaling £2.5 million and violating FCA regulations in the UK Source

🟡 Trump criticizes Zelensky for disrespect at the White House, cancels the signing of an important agreement, escalating tensions between the US and Ukraine amid the war with Russia Source

🟡 The SEC has postponed its decision on Cboe's application for the listing of options on Fidelity's Ethereum ETF until May 2, 2025, extending the review period by 60 days Source

🟡 Deutsche Telekom MMS becomes a validator for the Injective blockchain, strengthening its position in Web3 and the cryptocurrency industry with a focus on network security and sustainability Source

🟡 President Trump will hold the first cryptocurrency summit at the White House on March 7 to develop a regulatory framework and support innovations in the U.S. crypto industry Source

🟡 An American court dismissed the SEC's lawsuit against the founder of Hex, Richard Heart, due to a lack of U.S. jurisdiction, despite accusations of fraud amounting to $12.1 million Source

🟡 The hack of an anonymous TRON wallet led to a loss of $3.1 million: Researcher ZachXBT connects this incident to the attack on the Fantom Foundation in 2023, when $7 million was stolen Source

🟡 Thai law enforcement authorities seized 1000 bitcoin mining rigs, accusing the company of stealing electricity using modified meters Source

🟡 Trump announced the creation of the strategic crypto reserve of the USA with Bitcoin, Ethereum, and other cryptocurrencies, supporting the development of the industry and strengthening the USA's position in the crypto market Source

🟡 WazirX offers users to vote on the restructuring scheme from March 19 to March 28, 2025, to recover up to 85.3 percent of funds and distribute Recovery Tokens Source

🟡 Ronaldinho launches the STAR10 token on the BNB blockchain: a new project combining football and blockchain with exclusive events, but raising questions due to insider transactions Source

🟡 Colombia has proposed a new bill to regulate the cryptocurrency industry with the goal of protecting users, combating fraud, and stimulating investments in the country Source

🟡 Cryptocurrency exchange XUEX accused of fraud: Users complain about blocked withdrawals and demands for additional fees Source

🟡 SWIFT announced its support for Hedera for global transactions, paving the way for large-scale adoption and growth of HBAR in international markets Source

🟡 Fraudsters stole 1.2 million dollars from Kent residents using fake police reports to obtain cryptocurrency wallet data and access funds Source

🟡 China Asset Management launches a tokenized money market fund on Ethereum worth $107 million, providing new opportunities for cryptocurrency investors Source

🟡 The SEC dropped the lawsuit against Kraken Exchange, which was accused of illegal activity as an unregistered exchange, marking an important step for the cryptocurrency industry Source

🟡 Congressman Brandon Gill proposed a bill to replace Benjamin Franklin with Donald Trump on the $100 bill to recognize his contributions to America Source

🟡 Binance will remove nine stablecoins, including USDT and DAI, from March 31 in Europe to comply with the MiCA regulation, while support for storing and withdrawing tokens will remain Source

🟡 Tether appoints a new Chief Financial Officer, Simon McWilliams, and seeks a full independent audit to increase transparency and regulatory oversight Source

🟡 China will introduce retaliatory duties on goods from the USA, raising tariffs up to 15 percent on agricultural products, which will affect American producers and consumers Source

🟡 Yuga Labs announced the completion of the SEC investigation, confirming that NFTs are not securities and supporting the development of the crypto space and creators' rights Source

🟡 The Prime Minister of Vietnam has ordered the development of a legal framework for cryptocurrencies to create a legal basis for digital assets and support their development in the country Source

🟡 Turkish bank BankPozitif is launching a cryptocurrency custody service in partnership with Taurus, having received a license from the Turkish Securities and Exchange Commission for the safe custody of digital assets Source

🟡 Australia does not plan to create a strategic cryptocurrency reserve, despite the USA's initiative to include XRP, Bitcoin, and others in the national financial reserve Source

🟡 The IMF demands that El Salvador stop purchasing Bitcoin by the government sector as part of a $1.4 billion agreement to reduce financial risks and regulate cryptocurrency Source

🟡 SBI VC Trade will be the first exchange in Japan to offer the stablecoin USDC, approved by the Japanese Financial Services Agency for use in the country Source

🟡 Lukashenko tasked with modernizing Belarus's energy infrastructure and considering the use of surplus electricity for cryptocurrency mining Source

🟡 The SEC drops the lawsuit against Cumberland DRW, accused of unregistered trading in cryptocurrencies since 2018, totaling over $2 billion Source

🟡 Brendan Gunn is accused of cryptocurrency investment fraud amounting to 181,000 Australian dollars, and his trial is set for April 2025 Source

🟡 Sygnum Bank expands cryptocurrency custody services by integrating Deribit to enhance investor security and reduce the risks of storing assets on exchanges Source

🟡 The Dubai regulatory organization VARA has issued a VASP license to the platform Mantra, opening new opportunities for DeFi services and the tokenization of real assets in the region Source

🟡 The court hearing in Do Kwon's case has been postponed until April 2025 due to the need to analyze 4 terabytes of new evidence in cryptocurrency fraud Source

🟡 The Ministry of Finance of Russia launches an experimental cryptocurrency initiative for superqualified investors within the framework of a new legal system Source

🟡 Tether froze $27 million USDT on the Russian exchange Garantex, leading to the suspension of all operations and withdrawals in response to international sanctions Source

🟡 The US has begun returning Chinese cryptocurrency mining machines after their confiscation due to security regulations and trade sanctions against China Source

🟡 The U.S. Senate introduced a bill to repeal the "Broker DeFi Rule," which requires decentralized finance platforms to report user data to the IRS, drawing criticism from the industry Source

🟡 The Indian district of Dantewada digitized 700,000 land records, securing them using the Avalanche blockchain to enhance transparency and prevent forgery Source

🟡 Russia excluded Bitcoin from national reserves, strengthening its positions in gold and the Chinese yuan as part of a financial strategy to ensure stability and liquidity Source

🟡 World Liberty Financial and Sui are launching a strategic partnership to expand decentralized finance and improve access to innovative financial solutions in the US Source

🟡 Japan is reducing taxes on cryptocurrency and introducing new rules for regulating digital assets, including increased control over unregistered exchanges Source

🟡 Trump expanded the list of goods exempt from new tariffs on imports from Canada and Mexico in response to economic and trade threats, despite the ongoing tension Source

🟡 President Trump signed an order to create the Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and the National Digital Asset Reserve to strengthen the U.S. position in managing cryptocurrencies Source

🟡 Elon Musk through D.O.G.E directs funds to SpaceX and Tesla, manipulating figures in government spending, which raises questions about conflicts of interest Source

🟡 Senator Tim Scott proposes a bill to exclude "reputational risk" in banking regulations, with the goal of stopping the de-banking of cryptocurrency companies and legal businesses Source