❕ 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 With most cases withdrawn, Ripple’s XRP lawsuit remains the last major battle.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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📣 MegaETH to Launch Public Testnet on March 6

MegaETH, a high-performance Ethereum Layer 2, will deploy its public testnet on March 6, with user onboarding starting March 10. The testnet supports up to 100,000 TPS, with 1.68 Ggas/sec and 15 ms block times. MegaETH previously raised $20M from Dragonfly Capital, $10M via Echo, and $13M through NFTs.

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🥷 Bybit Hack: 77% of Stolen $1.4B Still Traceable

Hackers laundered 499,000 ETH ($1.4B) from Bybit, with 77% still traceable, 20% untraceable, and 3% frozen. THORChain processed 72% of illicit funds, earning $5.5M in fees, but refuses to intervene, sparking community backlash. The mass liquidation contributed to ETH’s 13% drop. The case raises concerns over DeFi governance and whether protocols should prevent money laundering or uphold full decentralization.

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❕ $1 Billion in Crypto Liquidated as Trump’s Tariffs Take Effect

Trump’s 25% tariffs on Canada and Mexico triggered a $1B liquidation in crypto within 24 hours, with 68% of liquidations hitting long positions. Bitcoin dropped to $81,879 before rebounding to $86,400, while SOL, XRP, and ADA also saw major liquidations. Analysts are watching if BTC can reclaim $90,787 as markets remain volatile.

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❕ BlackRock Warns of Bitcoin Supply Shock, Says There’s Not Enough for U.S. Millionaires

BlackRock analysts warn that Bitcoin’s fixed supply makes it unable to meet rising demand, unlike gold. With up to 4M BTC lost or inaccessible, there wouldn’t be enough if every U.S. millionaire wanted just 1 BTC. The firm sees Bitcoin as a long-term store of value, a hedge against USD dominance, and a key asset in the digital transition. BTC is currently trading at $85,381.

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📣 Bybit Requests 44.67 ETH Refund from Paraswap DAO After Hack

Bybit has asked Paraswap DAO to return 44.67 ETH ($114K) collected as fees when hackers laundered stolen funds from its $1.4B exploit. The request sparked a debate in the DeFi community, with some supporting it as an ethical move, while others argue it sets a bad precedent for decentralization. Paraswap has already assisted in freezing some compromised funds, but its stance on the refund remains unclear.

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📣 Aave Proposes Tokenomics Overhaul with Buybacks, Staking Changes, and Liquidity Boost

Aave has proposed a major tokenomics revamp, including $1M weekly AAVE buybacks, a shift from staking rewards to liquidity incentives, and a new Anti-GHO mechanism to offset borrowing costs. The plan also introduces cross-chain liquidity safeguards and redirects 320,000 AAVE ($65M) to the ecosystem reserve. The proposal is open for community feedback before a Snapshot vote.

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📣 Bitcoin ETFs See $143M Outflow as Ethereum Reverses Trend with $14.6M Inflow

Bitcoin ETFs lost $143.5M on March 4, nearly doubling the previous day's outflows, amid concerns over Trump’s crypto reserve proposal. Fidelity’s FBTC (-$46M) and ARKB (-$44M) led the losses, while Grayscale saw a $35.7M inflow. Meanwhile, Ethereum ETFs broke an 8-day outflow streak, gaining $14.6M, led by Fidelity’s FETH ($21.6M inflow). Bitcoin’s price surge triggered $479M in liquidations, impacting 159,000 traders globally.

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📣 Ethereum’s ‘Pectra’ Upgrade Nears Mainnet After Sepolia Test

Ethereum’s Pectra upgrade successfully launched on the Sepolia testnet, bringing EIP-7251 (raising validator stake limits) and EIP-7702 (smart contract functionality for wallets). However, a failed Holesky test last week raises concerns about mainnet deployment timing, with developers set to discuss the release on March 6.

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🐋 Metaplanet Becomes Asia’s Largest Corporate Bitcoin Holder After 497 BTC Purchase

Metaplanet has surpassed Boyaa Interactive as Asia’s top corporate Bitcoin holder after buying 497 BTC at $88,448 per coin for $44M. The firm now holds 2,888 BTC ($251M), positioning it as the 12th-largest corporate Bitcoin holder globally. Metaplanet’s stock surged 20.9% following the move, as it continues an aggressive accumulation strategy aiming for 21,000 BTC by 2026.

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🐋 El Salvador Defies IMF, Continues Bitcoin Purchases Despite $1.4B Deal

El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele reaffirmed the country’s commitment to buying Bitcoin, dismissing the IMF’s request to halt acquisitions under a $1.4B financial aid deal. Despite restrictions, El Salvador’s BTC holdings have grown to 6,101 BTC ($527M). Bukele declared, “It won’t stop now, and it won’t stop in the future.” Meanwhile, the government is expanding into AI and tech, attracting investors like a16z and offering 0% tax incentives for tech firms.

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❕ Trump Announces Bitcoin Strategic Reserve

Donald Trump has confirmed the creation of a "Bitcoin Strategic Reserve," with Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick stating it will be officially unveiled at the White House Crypto Summit on Friday. While BTC is the primary focus, XRP, SOL, and ADA will also be considered. Trump aims to position the U.S. as the "crypto capital of the world" and supports clear regulations to foster industry growth.

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📣 Jump Trading Reboots U.S. Crypto Operations After Regulatory Retreat

Jump Trading is ramping up its U.S. crypto trading volume and hiring new talent after more than two years of reduced activity due to regulatory pressure. The firm remains under SEC and CFTC investigations and faces a lawsuit from Fracture Labs over alleged DIO token dumping. Despite past scrutiny, Jump is expanding amid signs of a more favorable U.S. regulatory climate.

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📣White House Crypto Summit to Host Key Industry Leaders

The White House Crypto Summit on March 7 will feature top industry figures, including Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong, Robinhood CEO Vlad Tenev, and Chainlink co-founder Sergey Nazarov. Government officials like Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent and AI & crypto czar David Sacks are also expected. The closed-door event aims to shape U.S. crypto policy, reinforcing Trump’s push to establish the country as a global leader in digital assets.

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