LG is winding down its Art Lab, allowing collectors to withdraw NFTs before its closure in June.

Renatus Tactical Acquisition Corp I, a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) led by executives linked to Trump Media & Technology Group, aims to secure $179 million to finance the purchase of a firm operating in cryptocurrency and blockchain technology, data security, or dual-use innovation sectors.

New York, United States, 20th March 2025, Chainwire

President Trump just gave a brief pre-recorded speech at the Digital Asset Summit, his first such address as a sitting head of state. He focused on past accomplishments and alluded to new stablecoin developments.

United States President Donald Trump is steadily aligning his administration with the crypto industry. On March 20, he addressed a community conference for the first time since being elected.

The U.S. president did not announce any new executive actions on Thursday.

At the Digital Asset Summit 2025, President Donald Trump spoke via video, sharing his vision for the U.S. to lead in the world of crypto and financial technologies. He expressed that while it won't be easy, the U.S. is already ahead, having hosted the first-ever White House Digital Summit just two weeks ago.

TL;DR Renatus Tactical Acquisition Corp I, a SPAC led by Trump Media executives, aims to raise $179 million to acquire crypto businesses. The company shows interest in firms related to cryptocurrencies, data security, and military and civilian technology, but has not yet defined specific acquisitions.

Infini Labs, a crypto-focused neobank, has filed a lawsuit against an engineer it accuses of embezzling nearly $50 million from the platform.

Analysis shows crypto markets remain highly sensitive to U.S. interest rate decisions, with BTC often mirroring Fed-driven volatility.

While the Securities and Exchange Commission prepares for a crypto roundtable, policy moves at the agencies are getting more done than higher-profile rhetoric.

The address highlighted the ECB's commitment to making the digital euro a key pillar in the financial system. It also emphasized safeguarding the autonomy of the eurozone's monetary framework.

Attendees at Blockworks' Digital Asset Summit looked on as Donald Trump became the first sitting president to address a crypto conference.

The crypto markets were up in the last 24 hours following positive macroeconomics and decreased demand in short positions.

South Korean authorities have launched an investigation into the operations of cryptocurrency exchange Bithumb, following allegations that its former CEO embezzled company funds for a personal real estate purchase.

Richard Teng, who was appointed to take the position of Binance chief executive officer after CZ stepped down in November 2023, has engaged the BNB community today with a tweet.

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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.

South Korean prosecutors raided Bithumb over allegations its former CEO misused $2.4M in company funds for an apartment, complicating the exchange's 2025 IPO plans amid ongoing regulatory scrutiny. The post Korean Prosecutors Raid Bithumb Over Ex-CEO's Alleged Funds Misuse in Property Deal appeared first on Cryptonews.

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.

Pakistan is preparing to introduce a legal framework for cryptocurrency use in foreign investment, reversing its earlier anti-crypto stance and positioning itself as a rising digital asset hub in South Asia.

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.

Cryptocurrencies price are up as traders anticipate pro-crypto remarks from US President Trump today, March 20. Bitcoin price rose to a two-week high of $87,000 before retreating to trade at around $85,250 at press time.

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.