"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.

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.

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.

The founder of Gotbit, Aleksei Andriunin, has agreed to a plea deal with US prosecutors after being accused of manipulating cryptocurrency markets.

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.