📣 MetaMask Expands to Solana and Bitcoin in 2025

MetaMask is set to integrate Solana in May and Bitcoin between July and September, expanding beyond its Ethereum-focused ecosystem. This move follows growing demand for multi-chain wallets, with Solana surpassing Ethereum in daily active users. MetaMask aims to enhance cross-chain functionality and compete with wallets like Phantom and Coinbase Wallet as DeFi adoption diversifies.

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❕ Japan’s Finance Minister Confirms 110% Crypto Tax Is ‘Possible’

Japan’s Finance Minister Katsunobu Kato has publicly acknowledged that a 110% tax on crypto is possible under the country’s current tax laws, particularly in cases of inheritance tax. He clarified that this situation is not limited to crypto assets and applies when asset values skyrocket significantly. The statement has sparked debate among investors and the crypto community in Japan.

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📣 Bybit Hackers Move Another $138M in ETH Despite US Crackdown

North Korea’s Lazarus Group resumed laundering funds from the $1.4B Bybit hack, moving 62,200 ETH ($138M) on March 1. So far, 343,000 ETH (68.7% of stolen funds) has been transferred, with analysts expecting the remaining $346M in ETH to be laundered within days. Despite US authorities blacklisting addresses, hackers continue using THORChain, DEXs, and cross-chain bridges to bypass restrictions.

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❕ Solana Meme Coins Rebound, But Is It a Dead Cat Bounce?

Solana meme coins have surged, with TRUMP up 18% and WIF gaining 15%, as Bitcoin recovers above $85K. However, risks remain:

-Whales are exiting key tokens, sparking rug pull concerns.
-The rally could be short-lived, with weak fundamentals driving speculation.
-Market fear is rising, fueled by Trump's tariff policies and economic uncertainty.

Is this a real recovery or just another temporary bounce?

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🔥 CME Group to Launch Solana Futures as Bitcoin Pepe Presale Hits $3.65M

CME Group will introduce Solana (SOL) futures on March 17, expanding its crypto derivatives lineup. Meanwhile, Bitcoin Pepe, a meme-focused Layer 2 on Bitcoin, has raised $3.65M in its presale, aiming to merge BTC’s security with Solana-style scalability.

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❕ Trump Unveils the Composition of the U.S. National Crypto Reserve

Donald Trump announced that the U.S. national crypto reserve will include not only Bitcoin and Ethereum but also XRP, SOL, and ADA. Following this revelation, these tokens saw a sharp surge, with Bitcoin briefly reaching $95,043 before correcting. Trump claims the strategic crypto reserve will help the U.S. manage its debt and establish the country as the "global capital of crypto." However, his initiative faced criticism, notably from Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, who argues that the reserve should consist solely of BTC.

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⏫ Cardano (ADA) Surges Over 60%, Outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum

Cardano (ADA) has skyrocketed by over 60%, reaching a high of $1.1577, following Trump’s announcement of the U.S. crypto reserve, which includes ADA. The price surged past $0.70 and $0.90, outperforming Bitcoin and Ethereum, before consolidating above $1.00. A short-term contracting triangle has formed, with key resistance at $1.1450-$1.150. A breakout above this level could trigger further gains toward $1.22-$1.25, while support remains near $1.050.

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❕ ByBit Hack: 70% of Stolen ETH Laundered, $346M Still in Motion

Hackers have laundered 70% of the 499,000 ETH ($1.5B) stolen from ByBit, with $346M still in motion. The Lazarus Group accelerated transfers, suggesting full laundering within three days. The FBI linked the attack to TraderTraitor, a North Korean hacking group. Meanwhile, Circle faces backlash for delaying wallet blacklisting. ByBit launched a $140M bounty, paying out $4.2M so far.

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❕ Binance to Delist Non-MiCA Stablecoin Pairs for EEA Users

On March 31, 2025, Binance will remove trading pairs for non-MiCA stablecoins (USDT, FDUSD, DAI, etc.) for EEA users.

—Spot trading ends March 31.
—Margin accounts auto-convert to USDC from March 27.
—Earn & Loans users should switch holdings before the deadline.

Withdrawals remain open, and Binance Convert will allow selling after delisting.

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📣 Ronaldinho’s STAR10 Token Launches Amid Insider Trading and Security Concerns

Ronaldinho’s STAR10 token launched on BNB Chain, reaching a peak of $0.3855 with a market cap exceeding $360M. However, concerns have emerged over insider trading, as an individual linked to Ronaldinho made nearly $5M in profits. Another wallet acquired 12.24% of the supply for $50K, quickly selling part for $270K while holding $33.5M worth of tokens. Additionally, GoPlus flagged security risks, warning the contract allowed token burning, though this issue was later resolved.

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📣 Elon Musk Compares Meme Coins to Casinos as Pump.fun Struggles

Elon Musk likened meme coins to gambling, warning investors against betting their life savings. Despite fueling past rallies, he now highlights their high-risk nature. Meanwhile, Pump.fun's success rate has plummeted, with only 0.8% of new tokens reaching Raydium. User activity is also declining, signaling waning interest in speculative meme coin trading.

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📣 XRP Pulls Back After Surging to $3 on Trump’s Crypto Reserve News

XRP soared 25% to $3 after Trump's strategic reserve announcement but has since retraced to $2.6, aligning with a descending trendline from January highs. Technical indicators show a cooling rally—RSI dropped from 70 to 48, MACD turned bearish, and price remains below the 50-hour SMA ($2.65) but above key support at the 200-hour SMA ($2.50). The next move depends on $2.50 holding, while a break above $2.65 could reignite a push toward $3 and higher.

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❕ SEC Drops Lawsuit Against Kraken, Signaling a Shift in Crypto Enforcement

The SEC has dropped its lawsuit against Kraken, marking a major reversal in its regulatory approach. Over the past week, it has also dismissed cases against Coinbase, MetaMask, and others. Kraken, accused of operating as an unregistered securities exchange, called this a turning point for U.S. crypto. With most cases withdrawn, Ripple’s XRP lawsuit remains the last major battle.

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❕ MetaMask Denies MASK Token Amid Speculative Listings on LogX

MetaMask has denied the existence of a MASK token after Coinbase-backed DEX LogX listed it as a speculative pre-market asset. While ConsenSys has long planned a token for MetaMask, no official timeline has been set. The listing follows the SEC dropping its case against MetaMask, marking a legal win for ConsenSys.

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📣 Cronos Considers Reissuing 70B Burned CRO Tokens

Cronos is exploring the reissuance of 70 billion CRO tokens burned in 2021, restoring the 100 billion supply. The plan includes a CRO-based ETF and a strategic reserve with a five-year vesting period. While some see this as a strategic move, others criticize it as a step backward after the 2021 burn, which reduced supply to 30B for decentralization.

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❕ Aave Expands to Sonic in First L1 Deployment of 2025

Aave v3 is now live on Sonic, a blockchain spun off from Fantom. This move follows a governance vote and brings fee monetization benefits for Aave. The expansion is backed by $15M from the Sonic Foundation, 50M $S tokens, and $800K in stablecoins.

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❕ Ronaldinho’s STAR10 Surges 150% After Addressing Security Concerns

STAR10 jumped 150% after Ronaldinho renounced ownership and locked tokens for 255 years, addressing security concerns raised by GoPlus. The launch faced issues with fake tokens and scams, but Ronaldinho acted quickly to secure the project. CZ’s mention of STAR10 boosted visibility, though he clarified he has no affiliation with the coin.

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❕ Bitcoin and Ethereum Spot ETFs See $86M in Net Outflows

On March 3, U.S. spot Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs recorded a total outflow of $86.29M. Bitcoin ETFs lost $74.19M, with IBIT seeing a $77.97M outflow and GBTC $54.39M, while ARKB gained $58.18M. Ethereum ETFs saw $12.1M in outflows, mainly from ETHA ($16.06M), while ETHW had a $4M inflow. This follows a record $2.61B Bitcoin ETF outflow in late February.

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