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

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.

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.

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.

Cryptocurrency exchange Kraken said on Thursday it would acquire futures trading platform NinjaTrader in a $1.5 billion deal.

Bithumb is reportedly under investigation by Korean prosecutors for allegedly using company money to support the former CEO's apartment purchase.

This deal could be confirmed as early as March 20. If finalized, this move would expand Kraken's services and allow it to offer crypto futures and derivatives in the US.

Robinhood's surging crypto business and expanding product offerings are driving growth as analysts project a 78% upside potential amid a more favorable regulatory environment.

South Korean prosecutors raided crypto exchange Bithumb following suspicions that its former CEO embezzled funds to purchase an apartment. On March 20, Seoul's Southern District Prosecutors Office reportedly searched Bithumbs offices in the country.

Donald Trump will make history as the first sitting U.S. President to address a crypto conference when he speaks at the Blockworks Digital Asset Summit in New York City on Thursday, according to the event organizer and crypto media firm Blockworks.

Kraken is finalizing a $1.5 billion acquisition of NinjaTrader that would allow it to offer crypto futures trading in the US market.

Serbian performance artist Marina Abramović has partnered with digital marketplace TAEX to release three new NFT drops that symbolize various elements of her work.

Bybit CEO Ben Zhou reported that 88% of the stolen funds from the exchange is still traceable, but hackers are ramping up obfuscation efforts with Bitcoin mixers.

Cybersecurity researchers have discovered malware-infected "cracked" versions of TradingView Premium being distributed on Reddit that steal cryptocurrency and personal data from both Windows and Mac users.

While MiCA will certainly impact parts of the digital asset landscape, it's not the framework that will define the future of tokenized finance.

Pakistan, the world's fifth most populous country, is developing a clear regulatory framework to legalize cryptocurrency trading. The government aims to attract foreign investment and expand the country's digital ecosystem.

According to Malwarebytes, a sophisticated malware scam campaign is targeting crypto traders. The campaign exploits their desire for free premium tools by distributing the Lumma Stealer and Atomic Stealer (AMOS) information-stealing malware through Reddit posts.

Renatus Tactical Acquisition Corp I, a newly launched special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) with direct ties to Trump Media & Technology Group, is moving ahead with plans to raise $178.9 million through an initial public offering (IPO) and also private placement.

Bakkt, the struggling U.S.-based crypto trading and custody platform, has appointed Akshay Naheta as its new co-CEO, a move aimed at revitalizing its business. The post Ex-SoftBank Exec Akshay Naheta Joins Bakkt as Co-CEO to Revive Crypto Platform appeared first on Cryptonews.

Dubai Land Department launches blockchain-based real estate tokenization project that converts properties into digital tokens, allowing fractional ownership and aiming to reach a $16 billion market by 2033.

Aleksei Andriunin, a Russian national charged with manipulating cryptocurrency through the Gotbit market maker platform, has reportedly struck a plea deal with prosecutors in the United States.Gotbit founder and CEO Andriunin has agreed to forfeit about $23 million in Tether USDt (USDT) and Circle's USDC (USDC) in a plea deal with Massachusetts federal prosecutors, the legal news service Law360 reported on March 19. As part of the plea, Andriunin will plead guilty to three counts charging conspiracy to commit wire fraud and market manipulation, according to the letter signed by the defendant on March 19.

Andriunin will be banned from participating in any crypto-related activities for three years upon release.

Gotbit founder Aleksei Andriunin has reached a plea deal to forfeit $23 million in crypto assets for market manipulation charges while potentially avoiding prison time.

Bybit CEO Ben Zhou revealed on Thursday that 88.87% of the $1.4 billion stolen in crypto from the exchange remains traceable, despite the Lazarus Group moving the funds through Bitcoin mixers. The stolen assets, consisting of 500,000 ETH, have largely been converted into 12,836 BTC and are now distributed across 9,117 wallets.

Binance just earned major recognition from Singapore's police for its fight against cybercrime, standing alongside tech giants like Google and Microsoft. Binance Honored by Singapore Police for Cybercrime Prevention Binance announced on March 19 that it has been recognized by the Singapore Police Force (SPF) for its contributions to cybercrime prevention.

Trust Wallet, the world's leading self-custody crypto wallet, continues its rapid growth, becoming the most downloaded wallet in March 2025, according to third-party data from Sensor Tower. After capturing 20% of the market share in January, Trust Wallet has now surged to over 35%, reinforcing its position as the go-to platform for secure and seamless Web3 access, and crypto asset management.

Australian authorities have alerted over 130 potential victims of a sophisticated crypto scam where criminals impersonated Binance exchange through spoofed messages to steal funds.

Binance CEO Richard Teng refuted reports of discussions between Binance.US and the Trump family regarding a potential stake acquisition.

The introduction of DEX integration features by centralized exchanges (CEX), transforming them into hybrid platforms, reflects a growing trend of blending centralization and decentralization to attract both traditional users and DeFi enthusiasts.

Binance has updated its fiat trading market maker program by adding a new EUR market tier with a 1% minimum maker volume percentage.

Trump Media executives launched a $179 million SPAC targeting US-based cryptocurrency and blockchain companies amid the administration's pro-crypto policy shift.

Australian authorities have ramped up efforts to combat a sophisticated crypto scam that is deceiving investors by impersonating Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume.

Santiment's latest analysis shows that crypto markets have historically reacted unpredictably to Federal Reserve interest rate decisions. In a Mar.

Trump Media has filed for a SPAC in preparation to acquire crypto firms in the future. The US President's media firm has shown several acquisitions activity over the past year.

The lion's share of the hacked Bybit funds is still traceable after the historic cybertheft, as blockchain investigators continue their efforts to freeze and recover these funds.The crypto industry was rocked by the largest hack in history on Feb. 21, when Bybit lost over $1.4 billion in liquid-staked Ether (stETH), Mantle Staked ETH (mETH) and other digital assets. Blockchain security firms, including Arkham Intelligence, have identified North Korea's Lazarus Group as the likely culprit behind the Bybit exploit, as the attackers have continued swapping the funds in an effort to make them untraceable.

Russian national Aleksei Andriunin offered market manipulation services via Gotbit, to create artificial trading volume for various crypto firms, between 2018 and 2024. The post Russian Gotbit Founder Strikes Plea Deal in Crypto Market Manipulation Case appeared first on Cryptonews.

Dubai leads RWA tokenization, transforming real estate with blockchain. A $16B market shift is unfolding—here's what you need to know.

The project is led by executives from Trump Media & Technology Group.

Ex-SoftBank official Akshay Naheta takes the helm as co-CEO of Bakkt to help revitalize the struggling crypto trading platform.

Pi Network Coin has become one of the most talked-about cryptocurrencies, gaining attention even during market turmoil. Since its launch, its price has swung between $0.60 and $3, before settling around $1.20. Now, crypto expert Kim H Wong has pointed out key factors that could drive Pi Coin's next major move.

Pakistan is moving towards establishing a clear regulatory framework for cryptocurrency trading as it seeks to attract international investment and accelerate economic growth. This shift marks a departure from previous cautious policies, positioning the country as a key player in the global digital asset space.

A group of executives from Trump Media & Technology Group is leading a new investment company that could acquire a US-based crypto or blockchain firm.

The Circular blockchain delivers infrastructure to build the first digital network for on-chain verification and authentication of medical records and transactions.

Former CFTC Chair Christopher Giancarlo feels vindicated after Ripple's resounding victory against the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).