📣 Trump’s Crypto Project Reportedly Engaged Binance, CZ Denies

World Liberty Financial, a Trump-backed crypto project, reportedly discussed a stablecoin partnership with Binance and a potential stake in Binance.US. However, Binance founder CZ denied any involvement, calling the reports speculative. Meanwhile, the Trump administration is revising regulations that could impact Binance, while the SEC’s lawsuit against the exchange remains unresolved.

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📣 Circle Expands Tokenized Finance with Hashnote TMMF

Circle is integrating Hashnote TMMF, a $1B tokenized money market fund, under Bermuda’s regulatory framework. The move aims to enhance compliance and transparency while merging USYC, the largest tokenized treasury fund, with USDC stablecoin. Circle sees Bermuda as a strategic hub for its tokenized finance expansion.

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📣 BlackRock’s iShares Denies HYPE ETF Application Rumors

BlackRock’s iShares was rumored to have applied for a spot HYPE ETF, but no official confirmation has been provided. The speculation stirred market interest, but without evidence or regulatory filings, the reports remain unverified. Investors await clarity from BlackRock or financial authorities.

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❕ Democrats Oppose Trump’s Bitcoin Reserve Plan

Democratic lawmakers, led by Rep. Gerald Connolly, urged the Treasury to halt Trump’s plan to establish a U.S. Bitcoin reserve, citing conflicts of interest and taxpayer risks. The move has triggered market concerns, with Bitcoin dropping 3.2% in the past 24 hours amid heightened volatility.

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📣 Trezor Fixes Vulnerability in Safe 3 Wallets After Ledger’s Discovery

Trezor patched a security flaw in its Safe 3 hardware wallet after it was identified by Ledger’s research team. The vulnerability, linked to the device’s microcontroller, posed a risk in case of physical theft. Trezor confirmed that Safe 5 models remain unaffected and reassured users that funds were never at risk. Future models will feature enhanced security measures.

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📣 World Liberty Financial Raises $590M in Token Sale

World Liberty Financial’s token sale concluded with $590 million raised, making it one of the largest in crypto history. Early struggles were offset by Justin Sun’s $75M investment and the TRUMP memecoin hype. WLFI has since allocated $339M into various crypto assets but faces significant unrealized losses.

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❕ 3AC Wins Legal Battle, Expands FTX Claim to $1.5B

Three Arrows Capital (3AC) secured court approval to expand its FTX claim from $120M to $1.5B, citing wrongful asset liquidation. FTX debtors opposed the move, arguing it disrupts reorganization, but the court ruled in 3AC’s favor. The case could set a precedent for future crypto bankruptcy disputes.

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❕ Solana Community Rejects Emission Model Change Proposal

Solana validators have voted against proposal SIMD-0228, which aimed to introduce a dynamic emission model to reduce inflation. The proposal received only 43.6% approval, falling short of the required 66.67%. Despite the rejection, proponents see the vote as a milestone for governance participation in the Solana ecosystem.

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🔥U.S. House Moves to Secure Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

Lawmakers are pushing a bill to solidify Trump’s executive order establishing a U.S. strategic Bitcoin reserve. The legislation would prevent future administrations from reversing the policy, protecting 200,000 BTC from potential liquidation. Supporters see it as a step toward recognizing Bitcoin as “digital gold.”

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📣 Russia Uses Crypto for Oil Trade to Bypass Sanctions

Russia is increasingly using Bitcoin, Ethereum, and USDT in oil trade with China and India to evade Western sanctions. Legislative changes in December 2024 enabled crypto-based international payments, allowing Russian firms to bypass restrictions. Despite regulatory risks, crypto adoption in Russian trade continues to expand.

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⏬ Hamster Kombat’s Layer 2 Network Activity Drops 99%

Hamster Kombat’s Layer 2 blockchain has seen a massive decline, with daily transactions plummeting from 150 million at launch to just 38,400 on March 14. Network throughput has dropped from 34,028 TPS to 0.6 TPS, raising concerns about the long-term viability of the once-popular Telegram-based game.

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📣 Bitcoin’s Correlation With Global M2 Tightens Amid Market Volatility

Bitcoin’s price is once again aligning with global M2 trends, reflecting liquidity-driven market cycles. Despite Trump’s Strategic Bitcoin Reserve (SBR) announcement, BTC fell 8.5%, highlighting inefficiencies in pricing geopolitical shifts. Technical signals now suggest a potential local bottom, with Bitcoin dominance rising as altcoin sentiment weakens.

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❕ ZKsync Ends Ignite Liquidity Program Amid Market Downturn

ZKsync has canceled the second season of its liquidity incentive program, Ignite, citing bearish market conditions and a shift in focus to the Elastic Network. The program will sunset on March 17, with all remaining rewards distributed by then. Despite the news, the ZK token saw a slight price increase.

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⏬ Solana Faces Pressure as Network Activity Declines

Solana’s total value locked (TVL) has dropped to $6.69B, its lowest since January, as network activity weakens. Daily transactions have fallen 18%, and SOL is down 35% over the past month. If demand continues to decline, the token risks dropping below $120, with key support at $108.

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📣 Bitcoin May Consolidate for Eight Months, Says 10x Research

10x Research predicts Bitcoin could remain in a consolidation phase for up to eight months, following historical market patterns. Analysts suggest this period may reduce volatility but could challenge short-term traders. Market reactions remain mixed as investors assess future price movements.

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❕ 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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