Security concerns remain the biggest obstacle to the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrency payments, as increasing incidents of hacks and phishing scams continue to damage the industry's legitimacy.More than 37% of investors identified security risks as the main barrier to using cryptocurrency for payments, according to a survey of 4,599 users conducted by Bitget Wallet as part of its latest Onchain Report shared with Cointelegraph. Still, 46% of users said they prefer crypto payments over fiat for their speed and efficiency.

Bybit, the second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, has announced a new $100,000 scholarship program, as reported to Finbold on Tuesday, March 25.

Kraken, the cryptocurrency exchange, is actively preparing for its financial future. According to Bloomberg, the platform is in talks with Goldman Sachs and JPMorgan Chase to raise one billion dollars in debt ahead of a potential initial public offering planned for early 2026.

A new blockchain-based digital ID solution aims to address security and regulatory challenges for EU enterprises.

TokenPost, Koreas largest crypto media outlet, has teamed up with Korea Universitys College of Informatics to launch the highly anticipated 2025 AI Blockchain Startup Idea Competition. This exciting collaboration is set to uncover groundbreaking startup ideas and innovative solutions powered by artificial intelligence and blockchain technologies.

Australian authorities have warned crypto users about a new scam where fraudsters pretend to be Binance through fake text messages. The Australian Federal Police (AFP) said on March 21 that at least 130 people have been targeted so far.

Massachusetts' top securities regulator has initiated an investigation into Robinhood's recent decision to launch a prediction-markets hub. This platform allows users to wager on the outcomes of various events, including the popular NCAA “March Madness” college basketball tournaments.

Trump Media has announced plans to team up with Crypto.com to create a new line of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) focused on the US market.

Stablecoin market capitalization has increased by 90% since late 2023, exceeding $230 billion. These digital tokens maintain a steady value by being backed by reserves.

HB 701 bill, titled 'An Act relating to blockchain digital assets,' aims to foster a crypto-friendly environment in Kentucky.

Securities regulators in Massachusetts have reportedly launched a probe into Robinhood's prediction markets.

Binance has suspended one of its employees for breaching company policy on insider trading and using insider data to his advantage in a new cryptocurrency venture.

Decentralized finance experts agree that collaboration is key to building a framework that addresses regulators' concerns without undermining the potential of decentralized technologies.

Sen. Elizabeth Warren is pressing SEC nominee Paul Atkins over his advisory role at FTX and whether he overlooked warning signs before its collapse. The post Sen. Warren Presses SEC Nominee Paul Atkins on FTX Links and Regulatory Rollbacks appeared first on Cryptonews.

Trump Media and Technology Group Corp. (TMTG) announced on Monday that it has entered into a non-binding agreement with Crypto.com to develop a series of exchange-traded funds (ETFs) and exchange-traded products under the Truth.Fi brand.

Maggie Wu is an early crypto evangelist and a seasoned entrepreneur. As the CEO and co-founder of Krypital Group and Galactic Holdings—the parent company behind TruBit—Wu has helped shape the growth of digital financial inclusion across Latin America and beyond.

Binance has taken action against an employee following concerns about possible unfair trading.

Massachusetts securities regulators have launched an investigation into Robinhood's newly introduced prediction markets, which allow users to place bets on various real-world events. The post Massachusetts Regulator Probes Robinhood Over Prediction Markets Offering appeared first on Cryptonews.

Binance, the world's largest cryptocurrency exchange, has taken strict action against one of its employees for alleged insider trading violations. According to an official tweet post by Binance, the employee used confidential information from their previous role at BNB Chain to purchase tokens before a public announcement.

Donald Trump is expanding his footprint in the crypto space through a new ETF partnership between Trump Media & Technology Group and Crypto.com.

Crypto exchange Binance has suspended a member of its Binance Wallet team, adding it could take further legal action after launching an internal investigation over allegations of insider trading.The exchange's crypto wallet business, Binance Wallet, launched an investigation on March 23 after it “received a complaint alleging that one of our staff members engaged in front-running trades using insider information to gain improper profits,” it said in a March 25 X post. It claimed a preliminary investigation found a Binance Wallet staffer who joined the team last month was suspected of using information from a former position in a business development role at BNB Chain to “front-run” trades of a project token.

Arizona is moving closer to establishing state-level digital asset reserves after two key bills cleared the House Rules Committee on March 24. The post Arizona Advances Crypto Reserve Legislation to Full House Vote appeared first on Cryptonews.

Trump's media platform has signed a non-binding agreement with Crypto.com to offer a series of ETFs on Truth.Fi. The post Trump Media Group Signs ‘Non-Binding Agreement' with Crypto.com to Launch ETFs appeared first on Cryptonews.

Kraken is exploring a $1B debt raise ahead of a potential IPO, signaling renewed confidence amid a changing US regulatory landscape. The post Crypto Exchange Kraken Eyes $1 Billion Debt Raise Ahead of Potential IPO: Report appeared first on Cryptonews.

Russia has tightened its crypto restrictions, but could wealthy investors still get a pass?

As the regulatory landscape for the crypto industry in the US continues to evolve positively—marked by a drop in enforcement actions from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC)—lawmakers in Congress are intensifying their efforts to pass crucial legislation that supports the growth of digital assets.

BitMEX has changed the Mark Method for NILUSDTH25 and REDUSDTZ25 to Fair Price marking, effective March 25, 2025, enhancing price accuracy.

Bitcoin attracted $724 million in inflows, reversing a five-week outflow streak.

The Wallet team member allegedly used previous BNB Chain role information to front-run non-public info ahead of a token launch.

Binance Wallet has suspended an employee for allegedly using insider information from a prior role to front-run a token launch and profit from early trades. The post Binance Wallet Suspends Employee Following Insider Trading Investigation appeared first on Cryptonews.

BitMEX introduces NILUSDT perpetual swaps, offering traders up to 50x leverage. This new listing enhances trading options on the platform.

The crypto market delivered an outstanding bull run last year, cementing digital assets as one of the highest-performing investments around. But with thousands of tokens flooding the space, knowing which ones truly offer real potential is no easy task.

Binance said the suspended employee was suspected of exploiting insider information from his previous business development role at BNB Chain.

With the Fed pivoting, the SEC softening its stance, and Visa exploring crypto wallets with Sam Altman, could Bitcoin hit $250K?

Binance did not name the token involved in the allegations, and confirmed that no insider trading took place

Singapore-regulated crypto exchange DigiFT has unveiled the worlds first on-chain index funds with tokenized shares and underlying assets. Licensed by the Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS), DigiFT is teaming up with investment firm Hash Global to launch two innovative index fundsone focused on top AI stocks and another on leading cryptocurrencies.

Massachusetts top securities regulator has launched an investigation into Robinhood following the trading apps recent introduction of a prediction markets hub. The feature allows users to bet on real-world outcomes, such as March Madness results and economic indicators.

Trump Media Technology Group (DJT), the company behind Truth Social, has announced a major partnership with leading crypto exchange Crypto.com to launch a new line of exchange-traded products (ETPs) and exchange-traded funds (ETFs) in 2025. These investment vehicles will feature a mix of crypto assets and securities from sectors like energy, combining traditional finance with digital innovation.

Kraken, a top global cryptocurrency exchange, is reportedly seeking to raise $1 billion in debt to fuel its expansion, according to Bloomberg. The move comes amid growing speculation about the exchanges long-awaited initial public offering (IPO), which could take place within a year.

Financial advisors across the U.S. are showing growing confidence in crypto exchange-traded funds (ETFs), with 57% planning to increase their crypto ETF allocations this year, according to a TMX VettaFi survey presented at the Exchange conference in Las Vegas. Another 42% intend to maintain their current exposure, while just 1% plan to reduce itsignaling a strong institutional shift toward crypto investment products.

China Pacific Insurance (CPIC) Investment Management, a Hong Kong-based arm of one of Chinas largest insurers, has launched a $100 million tokenized U.S. dollar money market fund, signaling growing momentum for asset tokenization in Asia. The eStable Money Market Fund debuted on HashKey Chain, a permissioned blockchain developed by HashKey Group for institutional users.

eToro filed for an initial public offering in the United States on Monday, according to a regulatory document submitted to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. The filing revealed that the Israel-based crypto and stock trading platform brought in $12.6 billion in total revenue and $192 million in net income for 2024.

This incident underscores the critical need for robust internal controls and transparency in crypto exchanges to maintain trust and integrity. The post Binance suspends worker over insider trading tied to token generation event appeared first on Crypto Briefing.

White House crypto czar David Sacks met UAE leadership to discuss digital currency's disruptive impact, signaling potential global policy shifts and deepening strategic financial alliances.

Trump Media, the parent company of Truth Social, has teamed up with Crypto.com to launch a series of ETFs and ETPs. These products will include digital assets like Bitcoin (BTC) and Crypto.com Coin (CRO), along with other securities focused on American industries, such as energy. The launch is expected later this year, pending regulatory approval.

Two strategic digital asset reserve bills in Arizona have cleared Arizona's House Rules Committee on March 24 and are now headed to the House floor for a full vote.The bills together, if passed into law, would clear the way for Arizona to establish strategic digital assets reserves composed of existing assets confiscated through criminal proceedings in addition to newly invested public funds. The Republicans hold a 33-27 majority in Arizona's House of Representatives, giving both bills a decent chance of passing.

Massachusetts' securities regulator has reportedly launched a probe over Robinhood's prediction markets offering that has allowed users to bet on the outcomes for a slew of events, including basketball tournaments. Reuters reported on March 24 that Massachusetts Secretary Bill Galvin said his office subpoenaed Robinhood last week to get information on its marketing materials and the number of Massachusetts-based users that traded sports events contracts on college basketball tournaments.

Over 700 SEC staff have resigned amid Trump-backed federal cuts and pro-crypto reforms, fueling hopes of a bullish regulatory shift for digital assets. Mass SEC Departures Signal Major Pivot Toward Pro-Crypto Future Under Trump Administration Hundreds of employees are expected to leave the U.S.