❕ Brazil Pushes Cryptocurrency for BRICS Trade Efficiency

Brazil is advocating for blockchain-based financial settlements among BRICS nations to enhance trade efficiency without replacing the U.S. dollar. The initiative focuses on stablecoins and tokenized assets, aligning with global trends. Meanwhile, Brazil’s Central Bank is testing the Drex project to support cross-border transactions.

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🔥 Goldman Sachs Acknowledges Crypto in Shareholder Letter

For the first time, Goldman Sachs mentioned cryptocurrencies in its annual shareholder letter, recognizing their impact on financial markets. The bank has also increased its exposure to Bitcoin ETFs, holding $1.27B in BlackRock’s IBIT and $288M in Fidelity’s FBTC, despite warning of blockchain-related risks.

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🥷 Crypto Influencer Jailed for $2M Fraud Scheme

Thomas John Sfraga, known as "TJ Stone," was sentenced to 45 months in prison for defrauding investors of over $2M through fake real estate and crypto schemes. He used fictitious companies to lure victims and misused funds for personal expenses. Authorities continue cracking down on crypto-related fraud.

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📣 REX Shares Launches Bitcoin Corporate Treasury Bond ETF

REX Shares has introduced the BMAX ETF on NASDAQ, offering retail investors access to convertible bonds issued by companies holding Bitcoin in their treasuries. Led by CEO Greg King, the ETF aims to expand Bitcoin investment strategies. Following the launch, Bitcoin’s price rose 2.1% to $83,400.

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🪙 U.S. Bill to Block Presidential Liquidation of Bitcoin Reserve

A new U.S. bill aims to prevent future presidents from liquidating the national Bitcoin reserve, solidifying Trump’s pro-crypto policy. Introduced by Rep. Byron Donalds, the legislation requires 60 Senate votes and House approval to pass. The move strengthens long-term crypto integration in U.S. financial strategy.

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⏫ TON Surges 20% as Pavel Durov Leaves for Dubai

Toncoin (TON) jumped nearly 20% after reports confirmed Pavel Durov’s temporary departure from France. Futures liquidations surpassed $2.75M within an hour, with $2M coming from short positions. TON is now trading around $3.3, marking a sharp recovery from previous declines.

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⚡️ VanEck Files for Spot AVAX ETF with SEC

VanEck has submitted an S-1 filing to the SEC for a spot AVAX ETF, aiming to track Avalanche’s native token. The fund may offer staking rewards but lacks details on its exchange listing, custodian, or ticker. Regulatory risks and market volatility remain key concerns for investors.

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🔥 Taproot Wizards Backs Bitcoin’s Version of PumpDotFun

Taproot Wizards led a strategic funding round for ODIN•FUN, a Bitcoin memecoin launchpad inspired by Solana’s Pump.fun. The platform integrates Dfinity’s Internet Computer and the Runes protocol to enhance trading efficiency. Since its launch, ODIN•FUN has processed $30M in trading volume with 20,000 users.

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‼️ Kaito AI Founder’s X Account Hacked in Market Manipulation Attempt

Hackers compromised the X account of Kaito AI founder Yu Hu, falsely claiming a wallet breach to trigger panic selling. The KAITO token dropped over 13% before stabilizing, with trading volume surging 80%. Kaito AI confirmed no wallets were affected, and the accounts have been restored.

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🔥 Trader Bets $379M Against Bitcoin With 40x Leverage

A trader known as "Tether FUD" opened a massive $379M short position on BTC using 40x leverage on Hyperliquid. With an entry at $84,018 and liquidation at $86,593, the position neared liquidation when BTC briefly hit $85,059 but later dropped, pushing unrealized gains to $2.4M.

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📣 Pakistan Establishes Crypto Council for Blockchain Regulation

Pakistan has launched the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC) to regulate blockchain technologies and digital assets, aiming to foster innovation and economic growth. Led by Finance Minister Muhammad Aurangzeb, the council will focus on transparency, investor protection, and compliance, positioning Pakistan as a key player in the digital finance sector.

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⏫ US M2 Money Supply Growth Hits 30-Month High

The US M2 money supply surged to $21.561 trillion in January, marking its highest growth rate since August 2022. This acceleration, now in its fourth consecutive month, signals potential shifts in economic policy. While the S&P 500 continues to rise, increasing Treasury yields reflect cautious investor sentiment.

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🥷 LIBRA Facilitator Linked to WOLF Memecoin Crash

Hayden Davis, associated with the controversial LIBRA token, allegedly launched the WOLF memecoin, which surged to a $43M market cap before crashing 99%. Bubblemaps traced WOLF’s origins to Davis’ wallet, linking it to previous token launches. Meanwhile, Argentina has requested an Interpol Red Notice for his arrest amid the "Cryptogate" scandal.

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❕ 21Shares to Liquidate Actively Managed Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs

21Shares announced the liquidation of its actively managed ETFs, ARKC and ARKY, which are linked to Bitcoin and Ethereum futures. The decision follows persistent market volatility and a $1.67 billion outflow from U.S.-listed spot Bitcoin ETFs. Investors can trade shares until March 27 before liquidation begins.

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📣 World Liberty Financial Invests $4M in AVAX and MNT

Trump-linked World Liberty Financial (WLFI) invested $2M in AVAX and $2M in MNT, bringing its total crypto holdings to over $340M. Despite its expansion, WLFI faces an unrealized loss of $118M. The move follows its denial of partnership rumors with Binance, dismissing them as politically motivated.

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❕ Whale’s $449M Short on ETH/BTC Sparks Market Reactions

A whale initiated a major short on ETH/BTC, withdrawing 3,644 cbBTC from Coinbase, depositing 3,034 cbBTC into Aave, and borrowing 79,638 ETH to short the pair. The position, valued at $449M, has drawn significant market attention.

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❕ Binance Introduces Zero-Fee Trading for Binance Wallet Users

From March 17 to September 17, 2025, Binance Wallet users can swap, bridge, and buy assets with zero trading fees, though gas fees still apply. The offer excludes third-party dApp transactions and is only available for users with backed-up keyless addresses. This move aims to attract more retail traders by reducing transaction costs.

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🥷 North Korea Becomes a Top-5 Bitcoin Holder After Bybit Hack

According to Arkham Intelligence, Lazarus Group converted the stolen Bybit funds into Bitcoin, now controlling 13,518 BTC ($1.12B). The group, linked to North Korea, has made the country one of the largest Bitcoin holders, surpassing El Salvador and Bhutan. The FBI confirmed Lazarus’ involvement in the $1.5B Bybit hack, further spotlighting North Korea’s growing presence in crypto.

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📣 Solana Futures Debut on CME, Bringing SOL ETFs Closer

CME Group has launched Solana futures, offering contracts in 25 SOL and 500 SOL sizes. This marks a key step toward a spot SOL ETF, with 13 Solana-based ETFs awaiting SEC approval. Analysts estimate a 70% chance of approval by year-end, signaling growing regulatory acceptance.

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📣 Standard Chartered Lowers Ethereum Price Forecast to $4,000

Standard Chartered has revised its Ethereum price target from $10,000 to $4,000 by year-end, citing a structural decline driven by the rise of Layer 2 solutions like Base. Analysts predict ETH/BTC could drop to 0.015 BTC, its lowest since 2017, unless Ethereum Foundation intervenes with measures like an L2 tax.

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