Bitcoin News and Finance: What You Need to Know

DOJ asks victims to claim $7 million recovered from a global crypto scam that used fake platforms, shell companies, and coercion to drain investor funds. Feds Recover $7M—Now DOJ Urges Victims to Claim Share of Recovered Funds The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on March 21 that $7 million in proceeds from a cryptocurrency […]

Coinbase CEO backed Treasury’s shift on crypto regulation, urging crime crackdowns that protect innovation, privacy, and free speech without punishing open-source technology. Coinbase to Treasury: Let’s Crush Crypto Crime Without Killing Innovation Brian Armstrong, the CEO of crypto exchange Coinbase (Nasdaq: COIN), has endorsed the U.S. Department of the Treasury’s decision to reverse sanctions on […]

Bitcoin’s crashes often spark 190% rebounds, making Bitwise more bullish than ever as market chaos signals a prime setup for explosive upside. Bitwise CIO Says Bitcoin’s ‘Dip Then Rip’ Pattern Is Flashing a Bullish 190% Setup Matt Hougan, chief investment officer at asset management firm Bitwise, used his March 17 memo to explain why bitcoin […]

In a notable regulatory pivot, the U.S. Treasury Department’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has rescinded sanctions targeting Tornado Cash, an Ethereum-powered service for algorithmic mixing of digital assets, reigniting discourse about its operational integrity. Even as legal barriers dissolve, industry observers and digital defense professionals urge extreme caution against using the platform. Experts […]

Binance launched its first “Vote to Delist” campaign, letting users influence token removals as it shifts from internal-only decisions to community-driven governance on listings. Token Elimination Begins: Binance Empowers Users With Vote to Delist Feature Crypto exchange Binance took another step in its community governance roadmap by activating its first-ever “Vote to Delist” campaign on […]

Ripple says the SEC has no power over most crypto assets, demands law-first clarity, and celebrates a pivotal legal retreat. Ripple Pressures SEC to Abandon Enforcement Tactics After Key Legal Breakthrough Ripple submitted its response Friday to the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Crypto Task Force, urging the agency to shift away from past […]

U.S. lawmakers are demanding answers from the SEC after the agency excluded meme coins from oversight, as scams soar and President Trump and the First Lady launch their own tokens. SEC Challenged Over Meme Coin Guidance as Lawmakers Demand Transparency on Political Ties U.S. Senator Elizabeth Warren (D-MA) and U.S. Representative Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) formally […]

The Digital Dollar Project, which focuses on investigation leading to the future-proofing of the dollar, states that while the U.S. currency is still peerless, it is moving on the wheels of technology quickly approaching obsolescence. Digital Dollar Project States U.S. Currency Must Modernize to Preserve Its Status The Digital Dollar Project, a non-neutral, non-profit forum […]

Ripple CEO expects significant XRP growth amid potential U.S. crypto reserve inclusion and ETF approval, citing a favorable regulatory shift. Ripple CEO: XRP Poised for U.S. Crypto Stockpile and ETF Breakthrough Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse expressed confidence in XRP’s inclusion in the U.S. crypto stockpile and the approval of an XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF) in […]

With bitcoin hovering between $83,880 and just above the $86,000 range on Thursday, a long-inactive wallet first created on March 18, 2016—exactly nine years ago this week—moved 534.94 BTC, now valued at around $45 million based on current exchange rates. $45 Million in Bitcoin Moves for the First Time in 9 Years Today, for the […]

The U.S. state of North Carolina may allocate up to 10% of public funds to bitcoin, aiming to establish a strategic reserve and embrace cryptocurrency as part of its financial strategy. North Carolina’s Senate Bill 327 Seeks to Invest 10% of Public Funds in Bitcoin North Carolina lawmakers are reviewing Senate Bill 327, the North […]

With the participation of Ribbit Capital, Franklin Templeton, NYCA, First Round, Lightspeed Faction, and HF0, Crossmint will accelerate its mission to bring every business and AI agent onchain. Crossmint Raises $23.6 Million to Move Businesses to Blockchain The world is increasingly moving to include blockchain technology, and companies like Crossmint have risen to address this […]

A Czech National Bank board member has raised doubts on bitcoin as a reserve asset, citing legal uncertainty and volatility risks, even as it explores new asset classes. Bitcoin Faces Pushback From Czech Central Bankers Czech National Bank board member Jan Kubicek has expressed reservations about incorporating bitcoin into the central bank’s reserves, citing its […]

The 2025 Crypto Support Index (CSI) ranks U.S. President Donald Trump as the world leader with the most crypto-supportive government. Trump Ahead Bukele and Zelenskyy According to the Crypto Support Index (CSI) 2025, U.S. President Donald Trump ranks first among world leaders whose governments support or endorse cryptocurrency. With an index score of 10, Trump […]

The class action lawsuit, filed by Burwick Law before the Supreme Court of New York, alleges that Kelsier Ventures, KIP Protocol, Meteora, and other related parties orchestrated an unfair token launch, misleading purchasers and harming Libra’s retail investors. Burwick Law Introduces Class Action Lawsuit Against Libra Token Co-Founders La Libertad Avanza, better known as the […]

Several U.S. lawmakers have warned that President Trump’s crypto dealings and Elon Musk’s unchecked power endanger financial stability, weaken oversight, and erode public trust in government accountability. US Lawmakers Sound the Alarm Over Trump’s Crypto Ties and Musk’s Expanding Power Four U.S. senators, including Elizabeth Warren, along with Representative Jamie Raskin, sent a letter to […]

EOS is rebranding to Vaulta as it pivots toward Web3 banking. Alongside this transformation, the platform plans to introduce a new digital asset, allowing EOS holders to exchange their existing tokens on a 1:1 basis for the newly minted currency. Vaulta Emerges as EOS Rebrand, Aims to Bridge Traditional Finance and Decentralized Banking Vaulta, the […]

Strategy is unleashing a 5 million-share stock offering, strengthening its bitcoin war chest and pushing its aggressive expansion in the world’s largest cryptocurrency treasury. Strategy’s Stock Offering Unlocks More Firepower for Bitcoin Expansion Software intelligence firm Microstrategy (Nasdaq: MSTR), now rebranded as Strategy, announced on March 18 that it plans to offer 5,000,000 shares of […]

On Tuesday, onchain investigator ZachXBT raised alarms about the growing prevalence and severity of exploits within the cryptocurrency sector, highlighting the recent Bybit breach as a critical example. ‘This Industry Is Unbelievably Cooked,’ Says Investigator His latest commentary delivers a scathing assessment of the industry’s approach to security, regulatory compliance, and efforts to combat illicit […]

Wazirx is gearing up for a high-stakes relaunch after a major security breach, partnering with Zodia Custody to reinforce asset security and rebuild user trust. Wazirx Is Gearing Up for High-Stakes Relaunch—Will New Security Hold Up? Indian crypto exchange Wazirx is preparing to restart operations after a major security breach that compromised its platform and […]

A recent survey by Data for Progress found that only about 10% of US voters want the Trump administration to increase federal funding for cryptocurrency and blockchain development. However, a White House fact sheet clarifies that the strategic reserve will be funded exclusively with bitcoin seized through criminal or civil asset forfeiture, requiring no taxpayer […]

XRP is trading at $2.34 with a market capitalization of $136 billion, as daily trade volume reaches $3.01 billion. The price has fluctuated between $2.29 and $2.38 in the past 24 hours, remaining 31.1% below its all-time high of $3.40. Binance, Coinbase, and Bybit dominate XRP trading, while South Korean markets show a slight premium […]

Venezuelan Foreign Minister Yvan Gil stated that this new state of affairs in international trade was possible due to the push that Russia and the BRICS bloc exerted to bypass the U.S. dollar. Venezuelan Minister Yvan Gil: 25% of Trade Can Be Completed Away From the Dollar International trade markets have been evolving to open […]

Coinbase is deepening ties with 145 U.S. government entities as the nation accelerates bitcoin adoption, signaling unprecedented institutional demand and a seismic shift in crypto policy. Coinbase Strengthens Ties With Governments as US Embraces Bitcoin Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong highlighted the company’s expanding partnerships with government entities in a social media post last week. He […]

Bitcoin faces a steep decline if the Nasdaq downturn deepens, warns Peter Schiff, predicting a wave of panic selling that could shake investor confidence and destabilize markets. Peter Schiff Predicts Bitcoin Collapse if Nasdaq’s Downturn Becomes a Full Crash Economist and gold advocate Peter Schiff has issued a stark warning about bitcoin’s future, suggesting that […]

A legal expert has outlined how the SEC’s lawsuit against Ripple over XRP could end within days, but a major hurdle—navigating the court’s injunction—may complicate the resolution. Ripple’s Legal Battle With SEC Over XRP Could Be Over in Days—If This Condition Is Met Legal expert Jeremy Hogan has weighed in on speculation surrounding the U.S. […]

This week, a chorus of voices has risen in support of Roger Ver, the cryptocurrency pioneer embroiled in an extradition battle with the U.S. over allegations of tax-related offenses. On Sunday, Marla Maples, the second wife of U.S. President Donald Trump, took to X, urging Trump and his team to abandon the legal pursuit against […]

A podcaster turned crypto conman swindled investors out of $2 million, using fake businesses and pop culture references before vanishing—until a Vegas arrest sealed his fate. From Podcast Fame to Prison: How Investors Were Fooled for Years The U.S. Department of Justice (DOJ) announced on March 14 that Brooklyn podcaster and cryptocurrency personality Thomas John […]

Fake “investment education foundations” use deceptive trials and bogus loans to scam cryptocurrency investors, North Dakota regulators warn. Regulator Sounds the Alarm: Fake ‘Investment Education’ Scams Are Out of Control The North Dakota Securities Department has issued a warning about fraudulent “investment education foundations” that claim to teach investors about cryptocurrency and stocks while secretly […]

Recent analyses confirm that onchain transactions for both Bitcoin and Ethereum have sustained minimal fee structures. Data reveals the Ethereum network’s transaction costs have hovered below 1 gwei, while Bitcoin’s protocol activity has experienced a marginal uptick in volume. Low-Cost Blockchain Activity On March 15, 2025, prioritizing speed for ether transactions carries a modest cost […]