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US OFAC removes Tornado Cash from its sanctions list

US OFAC removes Tornado Cash from its sanctions list

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The US Treasury’s Office of Foreign Assets Control (OFAC) has removed Tornado Cash, a well-known crypto mixing service, from its Specially Designated Nationals (SDN) List. However, one of its founders, Roman Semenov, remains under sanctions. This announcement was made in a press release on Friday. Tornado Cash had been blacklisted since August 2022. The Treasury Department accused it of helping criminals launder stolen assets. Authorities claimed that groups like the

A majority of US voters oppose Trump’s plan for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

A majority of US voters oppose Trump’s plan for a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve

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A recent survey shows that most American voters oppose President Donald Trump’s plan to create a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve. This proposal aims to establish a government-backed stockpile of digital assets. However, it faces significant resistance from both Democrats and many Republican voters. While some support exists within the crypto industry, public sentiment is largely skeptical. The survey, conducted from March 8 to 10, 2025, included over 1,000 likely voters. More

Trump's World Liberty Financial purchases $2 million each of AVAX and MNT tokens

Trump’s World Liberty Financial purchases $2 million each of AVAX and MNT tokens

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Donald Trump’s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) purchased $2 million each in Avalanche (AVAX) and Mantle (MNT) tokens. President Trump‘s World Liberty Financial (WLFI) made significant investments over the weekend. The firm purchased $2 million each in Avalanche (AVAX) and Mantle (MNT) tokens. This follows a previous acquisition of 541,783 SEI tokens. According to data, WLFI’s total portfolio now consists of 11 digital assets, including Ethereum, Wrapped Bitcoin, and others. According

Cybercriminals exploit YouTube’s copyright system to blackmail influencers into spreading SilentCryptoMiner

Cybercriminals exploit YouTube’s copyright system to blackmail influencers into spreading SilentCryptoMiner

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Cybercriminals are targeting YouTubers with blackmail tactics to spread crypto-mining malware, according to cybersecurity firm Kaspersky. They exploit YouTube’s copyright strike system to pressure content creators into including malicious links in their video descriptions. This leads viewers to download infected files. The malware involved is called SilentCryptoMiner. It secretly mines cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, Monero, and Ravencoin by hijacking victims’ devices. The software operates stealthily to avoid detection. Kaspersky’s research shows

Thailand's SEC adds USDT and USDC to its approved crypto list

Thailand’s SEC adds USDT and USDC to its approved crypto list

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Thailand’s Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has recently expanded its list of approved cryptocurrencies by adding USDC and USDT. This change will impact investments in digital tokens through initial coin offerings (ICOs) and will broaden the range of cryptocurrencies accepted by ICO portals and digital asset exchanges. The new regulations will come into effect on March 16, 2025. With this update, USDC and USDT can now be used for ICO

The SEC moves to withdraw a rule that could have regulated crypto exchanges

The SEC moves to withdraw a rule that could have regulated crypto exchanges

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The SEC is changing its approach to regulating crypto exchanges. A proposed rule from former SEC Chair Gary Gensler aimed to broaden the definition of what an exchange is, which could have included some platforms not meant for SEC control. Critics were concerned that this could lead to unintended regulation. Now, acting Chair Mark Uyeda has decided to withdraw this proposal, indicating a shift in the SEC’s regulatory stance. This

Michael Saylor proposes the US acquire up to 25% of Bitcoin's supply

Michael Saylor proposes the US acquire up to 25% of Bitcoin’s supply

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Michael Saylor recently proposed that the US government should buy between 5% and 25% of Bitcoin’s total supply. He shared this idea at the White House Crypto Summit, aiming to make the US a leader in the digital economy. Saylor’s plan involves the government purchasing Bitcoin daily from 2025 to 2035. By then, most Bitcoins will have been mined. He believes this strategy could create between $16 trillion and $81

President Trump to sign stablecoin legislation before August

President Trump to sign stablecoin legislation before August

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President Donald Trump expressed his desire to have stablecoin legislation ready by August. He aims to reform how the federal government handles cryptocurrency. During a recent crypto summit at the White House, Trump endorsed lawmakers’ efforts to pass stablecoin bills and improve market structure. He emphasized the importance of maintaining the U.S. dollar’s strength. The summit attracted many crypto executives and federal officials, including Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick and Treasury

Bitwise files an S-1 registration with SEC for a spot Aptos

Bitwise files an S-1 registration with SEC for a spot Aptos

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Bitwise has filed an S-1 registration with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a new product called the Bitwise Aptos ETF. This filing was made on Wednesday. Just last week, Bitwise took the first step by submitting a registration in Delaware. Aptos is a cryptocurrency that could join other altcoin ETFs in the market. The U.S. government seems to be working to remove barriers to digital asset investment products.

Cardano (ADA) surges 60% after being included in Trump's US Crypto Reserve

Cardano (ADA) surges 60% after being included in Trump’s US Crypto Reserve

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Cardano (ADA) has seen a significant increase of 60% after the announcement of President Donald Trump’s US Crypto Reserve. This surge has pushed ADA above the $1 mark for the first time in over a month. Before this announcement, Cardano had been experiencing a downtrend for six weeks. The recent price movement has sparked optimism among investors. The MVRV Long/Short Difference indicator shows that long-term holders are making profits, indicating

President Trump proposes a US Crypto Reserve to strengthen the digital asset sector

President Trump proposes a US Crypto Reserve to strengthen the digital asset sector

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President Donald Trump announced that XRP, Solana (SOL), and Cardano (ADA) will be part of the US crypto reserve. This announcement followed his signing of an executive order to create a working group focused on digital assets. The group’s goal is to assess the potential for a national digital asset stockpile and to develop clear regulations for the crypto industry. Trump’s initiative responds to what he sees as attacks on

Tether (USDT) holds 98.5% of the market share on Tron Network

Tether (USDT) holds 98.5% of the market share on Tron Network

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A major player has emerged in the stablecoin market on the Tron network. The USDT stablecoin is now the main choice for value transfers and trading. A recent analysis by CryptoQuant shows that USDT makes up 98.5% of the stablecoin supply on Tron. This makes it the clear leader in the market. USDT has a circulating supply of $62.76 billion out of nearly $64 billion on the Tron network. Other

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