U.S. President Donald Trump announced strategic steps to advance pro-cryptocurrency policy in an address at the Blockworks Digital Asset Summit 2025.

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Zoth, an Ethereum-based real-world asset platform, has suffered an $8.85 million exploit after attackers gained unauthorized access to a private key.

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President Donald Trump made a virtual appearance at the Digital Asset Summit in Manhattan on Thursday, delivering a pre-taped speech that reinforced his pro-crypto stance while stopping short of announcing new policies. Speaking to a standing room-only crowd, Trump hailed cryptocurrency as a transformative force capable of driving unprecedented economic growth.

Security Tokens (STOs) were pretty much non existent while Gary Gensler was chair of the Securities and Exchanges Commission (SEC), but with a new administration that seems to be changing.

On March 21, 2025, Binance announced the initiation of its first batch of community votes regarding the potential delisting of certain digital assets.

South Korean authorities are ramping up efforts to regulate the crypto market, focusing on exchanges believed to be operating without proper licensing.

This move has sparked global buzz about digital currencies. These assets, rooted in cryptography and decentralized ledgers, boast traceability and tamper-proof features.

The Trump administration is proposing a major overhaul of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID), including the use of blockchain technology to enhance transparency in its procurement processes, according to a document allegedly circulating within the State Department.

Dubai is revolutionizing its real estate sector. The Dubai Land Department (DLD) is organizing a tokenization program for property for the first time in the Middle East and integrating blockchain technology with traditional property deeds.

The Thai police have arrested a Chinese woman in connection with a crypto investment scam. Surprisingly, they have found out that her boyfriend, who was located at the same residence, is a fugitive sought in China for alleged kidnapping.

The high-profile campaign operation is putting $1.5 million into Florida special elections that could have significant consequences for the House GOP majority.

Nearly half of crypto experts express optimism about the future of AI tokens by 2025, according to a recent CoinGecko survey. This positive sentiment may signal favorable momentum for this sector valued at $23.6 billion.

TOMI unveils the crypto world's first wallet with AI voice assistant, promising hands-free transactions.

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Just months out from a federal election, the Australian Government has announced a new crypto regulation, aiming to provide more certainty for crypto traders while providing some freedom for blockchain innovators. Larger crypto platforms must apply for a financial services license, while smaller platforms will be exempt.

Maryland Delegate Adrian Boafo and New York Assemblyman Clyde Vanel have urged top Democratic lawmakers to establish a federal cryptocurrency regulatory framework. The lawmakers cautioned in a letter that inconsistent state laws might impede financial innovation.

Scammers are posting links to what they describe as “TradingView Premium Cracked” for Windows or Mac and sharing the links on Reddit. According to Malwarebytes, the files contain malware that targets crypto wallets and drains tokens.

China has raised concerns about the growing dominance of US dollar-backed stablecoins in global finance. A senior economist from one of the country's research bodies has warned that the unchecked rise of these digital assets could further solidify the United States' control over the international monetary system.

South Korean authorities are reportedly looking into blocking crypto exchange platforms that may have operated without adhering to the requirements set by the country's financial regulator. On March 21, local media Hankyung reported that the Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) of the Financial Services Commission is considering sanctions against crypto exchanges for allegedly operating in the country without reporting as an operator to the appropriate regulators.

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Thesis-led venture studio 021 has acquired a controlling stake in ArtsDAO, the Middle East's largest Web3 community, in a strategic move to expand its presence in Dubai's blockchain ecosystem.

We recently had the opportunity to sit down with industry leader Zac Cheah, Founder of Pundi AI, a decentralized platform aiming to democratize the AI data ecosystem.

A recent CoinGecko survey revealed strong bullish sentiment toward crypto AI tokens in 2025.

In collaboration with industry, regulators and the community, plans include creating a framework for digital asset platforms and stablecoins.

Australia's Albanese government has introduced a crypto regulatory framework encompassing digital assets, crypto custody services, and exchanges.

TL;DR Stablecoins Market Milestone: The market has surged past $230B, spurred by institutional interest and growing adoption amid volatile crypto markets. U.S. Regulatory Clarity: Legislative efforts like the GENIUS Act aim to establish transparent, consumer-protective guidelines, reinforcing trust and integrating stablecoins into traditional finance.

The plan aims to integrate blockchain technology into the procurement system to enhance security, transparency, and traceability of aid distributions.

Russian national and Gotbit founder, Alex Andryunin, has entered into a plea agreement with US prosecutors in connection to charges of wire fraud and cryptocurrency market manipulation. The agreement, signed with the US Attorney for the District of Massachusetts, requires Andryunin to forfeit approximately $22.9 million in stablecoins—$18.7 million in USDT and $4.

South Korean officials are considering blocking crypto exchange platforms operating in the country without reporting to the right authorities that they were doing so. BitMEX and KuCoin have been mentioned.

The US government may be preparing to overhaul the United States Agency for International Development (USAID), with blockchain technology set to play a pivotal role.

Bakkt appoints Akshay Naheta as co-CEO, leading to a 13% increase in shares, despite challenges from lost partnerships and regulatory delays.

TL;DR The Trump administration plans to integrate blockchain into USAID, aiming to enhance transparency, reduce fraud, and streamline global aid delivery. Proposed changes include rebranding USAID as IHA, placing it under the Secretary of State's control, and focusing on performance-based procurement to cut costs and deter corruption.

Pump.fun said Thursday it is launching PumpSwap, a new decentralized exchange (DEX) designed to to make token migrations instant and free.

As India signals a recalibration of its crypto policies, crypto service providers are targeting the Indian market. As national jurisdictions are changing their stance on crypto, led by Donald Trump's pro-crypto agenda, India is starting to recalibrate as well.

Officials from the Trump administration have proposed a plan to change how the United States handles foreign aid.

The Trump administration has proposed using blockchain tech to advance the US Agency for International Development (USAID), a US government agency that supports global developments, humanitarian assistance, and democratic values – and it's casting a light on the best altcoins.

Financial services are the leading adopters of blockchain, with digital identities showing promise, but overall, the technology faces hurdles like complexity, public perception, and a lack of skilled workers. The post Blockchain Stalls in Germany as AI Adoption Surges, Survey Reveals appeared first on Cryptonews.

In highly volatile crypto markets, companies often need significant liquidity at their disposal to ensure smooth user transactions and maintain market stability. Particularly during influencer or politician-backed meme coins launch, the demand onslaught for transactions reaches at its peak.

Japan's headline inflation remains nearly 100 basis points higher than U.S.counterparts.

Crypto-focused media outlet Watcher Guru confirmed that its official X account was hacked to promote a fake report claiming Ripple and SWIFT were close to a deal to use XRP in global payment systems. The unauthorized post went live on March 21 at 2:05 A.M.

Hong Kong digital asset company, IDA Finance teams up with Japanese banking group Progmat and other firms to develop a stablecoin remittance service between the two regions.

TL;DR VanEck Ventures is diving into DeFi by investing in Manifest, a platform that fuses U.S. real estate with blockchain technology. Manifest's tokenized ETF, $USH, revolutionizes home equity investments by offering on-chain liquidity, lower fees, and round-the-clock trading.

USAID will be the new USIHA from now on under the Trump administration. The agency will be moving to blockchain for security and transparency purposes.