Donald Trump will address the Digital Asset Summit (DAS) to be held in New York at North Javits on March 20, making him the first sitting US president to do so. There has been a lot of speculation on what Trump will say.

The credit line is for moments of extreme liquidity demand, such as the recent Trump memecoin launch, MoonPay CEO Ivan Soto-Wright told The Block.

On Thursday, the infamous Lazarus Group, a cybercrime unit linked to North Korea, transferred approximately 61 BTC from its digital reserves. This activity leaves the collective with 13,441 BTC, equivalent to $1.15 billion, solidifying its position as a dominant force in state-backed cryptocurrency holdings.

TL;DR Kraken is reportedly in final negotiations to acquire NinjaTrader for $1.5 billion, signaling its expansion into futures trading and a broader asset class portfolio. The acquisition would allow Kraken to enter the U.S. futures market through NinjaTrader's Futures Commission Merchant status while maintaining the platform as an independent entity.

U.S. President Donald Trump will deliver virtual remarks at 10:40 a.m. (1440 GMT) at a cryptocurrency industry conference, the White House said on Thursday.

Federal Reserve Observes Increased Tightening in Money Markets

Stablecoins are reshaping digital finance, offering a fast and accessible way to move money across borders. With a total supply of $214 billion and $35 trillion in transfers over the past year, they're no longer just a niche crypto tool—they're a growing financial powerhouse.

Kraken has announced its deal to acquire U.S. retail futures trading platform NinjaTrader for $1.5 billion.

On March 19, Nillion announced the release of an updated version of its airdrop allocation checker, aimed at resolving several issues reported by users in recent days.

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A new DeFi opportunity is catching the attention of investors looking to earn passive income, and it's already making waves. Mutuum Finance (MUTM), a decentralized lending protocol, has rapidly expanded its community, surpassing 6,300 holders as interest in its presale continues to grow.

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken revealed plans on Thursday to purchase NinjaTrader, a U.S.-based retail futures trading platform, in a $1.5 billion deal. The move is designed to facilitate Kraken's entry into the U.S. crypto futures market by utilizing NinjaTrader's regulatory framework.

Kraken is buying NinjaTrader for $1.5 billion, adding futures and derivatives trading to its platform, according to a report by Reuters, which claimed that the deal will be finalized in the first half of 2025. This gives Kraken direct access to regulated U.S. futures markets through NinjaTrader's status as a Futures Commission Merchant (FCM).

Kraken has announced the acquisition of the futures trading company NinjaTrader for a sum of 1.5 billion dollars.

Every day, hundreds of crypto tokens are created and launched in the market, but only a few receive the Binance Launchpool listing or exchange acknowledgments. This week, the Nillion (NIL) token is under attention, as it received the Binance listing and airdrop allocation, exciting investors.

Signaling a strategic shift aimed at strengthening its position in the evolving cryptocurrency landscape, digital asset platform Bakkt has named Akshay Naheta as its new co-CEO. Notably, Naheta was a Managing Partner at SoftBank's Vision Fund, where he specialized in high-profile technology investments.

Crypto exchange Gemini will safeguard assets for Evolve's leveraged Bitcoin and Ether ETFs, which aim to optimize returns through cash borrowing.

TL;DR High Traceability: Bybit CEO confirms that 88% of the $1.4B hack's stolen funds remain traceable, providing hope for potential recovery. Complex Laundering: Approximately 440K ETH has been converted to BTC and dispersed across over 9,000 wallets, with sophisticated mixers like Tornado Cash complicating the tracing process.

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is reportedly on the verge of acquiring NinjaTrader, a U.S.-based futures trading platform, in a deal valued at approximately $1.5 billion, according to the Wall Street Journal.

Coinbase made several recommendations to the SEC in a move to clarify its authority over the crypto market.

"What's interesting with this particular scheme is how involved the original poster is," said Jérôme Segura, a security researcher at Malwarebytes.

Kraken has entered into an agreement to acquire futures trading platform NinjaTrader for $1.5 billion, marking the largest deal to date integrating traditional finance and crypto markets. Announced on March 20, the acquisition significantly expands Kraken's presence in the US futures sector, leveraging NinjaTrader's status as a CFTC-registered Futures Commission Merchant.

On Mar. 18, 2025, Reuters reported that various crypto companies seek to become state or national banks, which they see as an avenue for expanding their businesses under the Trump Administration.

Retail transactions, food, and drinks make up most cryptocurrency usage behaviors in the European Union, a new mini-report by Oobit indicates. The study conducted an investigation of six months of Oobit usage data.

President Donald Trump is set to address the Digital Asset Summit (DAS) in New York City later today and is expected to make key announcements related to crypto policies in the United States. This marks the first time a sitting U.S. president will speak at a cryptocurrency conference.

Former and current Trump Media & Technology Group executives are launching a special-purpose acquisition company (SPAC). They are looking to raise $179 million to buy a US-based crypto firm, possibly, according to Forbes reports.

The deal is designed to accelerate Kraken's multi-asset-class ambitions — including plans for equities trading and payments.

Kraken, one of the leading cryptocurrency exchanges, is reportedly finalizing a $1.5 billion deal to acquire U.S. futures trading platform NinjaTrader, according to a Wall Street Journal report. The acquisition, expected to be announced as soon as Thursday, would allow Kraken to expand beyond crypto and into the broader financial markets.

A recent alert from Malwarebytes warns cryptocurrency traders about a new malware scam targeting both Mac and Windows users. Hackers are using Reddit posts to lure victims into downloading cracked versions of TradingView, promising free access to premium features.

Pakistan is planning to legalize cryptocurrencies in the country. The country plans to boost foreign investment through crypto legalization.

The Dubai Land Department (DLD) has begun the pilot phase of its novel initiative that enables fractional property ownership. The post Dubai Reveals Pilot Phase of Real Estate Tokenization Project appeared first on Cryptonews.

Investigation centers on claims that Bithumb helped a former CEO finance an apartment

LTP has announced its acquisition of Turing Capital Brokerage (TCB), a Spanish brokerage firm regulated by the Bank of Spain under the MiCA framework. The post LTP Acquires Spain's Turing Capital Brokerage to Expand MiCA-Compliant Crypto Services appeared first on Cryptonews.

North Korean hackers have resorted to at least four crypto mixers to launder what they stole from Bybit last month.

Founder Alex Dolesky says he needs to move faster to meet exceptional demand.

According to a global survey, crypto continues to show strong momentum. 352 decision-makers participated in this survey.

Alex Andryunin may also receive a lighter sentence following the agreement, pending court approval, but cannot withdraw his guilt plea.

Pakistan is taking a bold step towards crypto legalization, aligning with the global trend of promoting digital assets. Focusing on international investments and economic growth, Pakistan is establishing a comprehensive regulatory framework for cryptocurrencies.

The founder and CEO of the investment management firm ARK Invest is warning the public of the risks of trading memecoins. In a new interview on Bloomberg Crypto, Cathie Wood says that the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) did an important thing in declaring that memecoins are not securities.

Kraken's acquisition of NinjaTrader could revolutionize trading by integrating traditional and crypto markets, enhancing global financial accessibility. The post Kraken inks $1.5 billion deal to acquire NinjaTrader appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

Aleksey Andryunin, the CEO and founder of the Gotbit market maker, received a plea deal that would avoid a 20-year prison sentence, in exchange for forfeiting $23M in stablecoins.

Binance Futures is preparing to roll out a range of new USDT-margined perpetual contracts, designed to expand its trading offerings and enhance user experience.

The three-day Digital Asset Summit 2025 began on March 18 at Javits Center North in New York. The summit has hosted at least 150 speakers and 1,800 attendees. At least 750 institutions have participated in the event, which has conducted around 45 content sessions.

Australian officials have stepped in to stop a crypto scam that pretended to be representatives of Binance , using fake messages to convince victims that their accounts were at risk.

TL;DR Historic Address: President Trump becomes the first sitting U.S. president to speak at a cryptocurrency conference, highlighting the growing role of digital assets in financial policy. Strategic Moves: His administration's recent establishment of the U.S. Strategic Bitcoin Reserve signals a bold integration of Bitcoin into national strategy.

Australian cryptocurrency exchange Swyftx has acquired New Zealand's Easy Crypto, aiming to create the second-largest crypto exchange in Australasia. Growing Trend Towards Mergers and Acquisitions The Australian cryptocurrency exchange Swyftx has reportedly acquired one of New Zealand's top crypto exchanges, Easy Crypto, for an undisclosed sum.

Kraken is nearing a $1.5B deal to acquire NinjaTrader, aiming for a regulated entry into U.S. crypto futures trading. The potential acquisition could strengthen Kraken's global derivatives reach and open new doors for institutional investors.

A recent survey by CoinGecko has revealed that two in five crypto participants are optimistic about the potential of crypto artificial intelligence (AI) products and token prices in 2025.