Pi Network Coin Drops 10% as Binance Listing Faces New Doubts
Bybit co-founder and CEO Ben Zhou recently made controversial statements, likening Pi Network to a Ponzi scheme and calling it "more dangerous than meme coins."
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Crypto Markets Decline as Bitcoin Drops Below $80K
The downturn coincided with a weak start for U.S. equity markets. The Nasdaq opened the week with a sharp 3% drop, while the S&P 500 declined by 2%, reflecting growing concerns over macroeconomic instability.
Ignoring Crypto Won’t Make It Disappear; India Needs a Plan
The RBI has long maintained a cautious stance on crypto, issuing repeated warnings about its risks. However, this raises another question: If crypto has been such a pressing concern, why has India been slow to act on it?
Assam Police Crack Down on Rs 20 Crore Crypto Scam; Three Arrested
According to police sources, the fraudsters used online payment platforms such as PhonePe and Paytm to collect funds. The money was then converted into USDT (US Dollar Tokens) via Chinese crypto exchanges, including Binance, before being transferred to undisclosed international accounts.
Crypto VC Funding in Q1 2025: Web3, DePIN & RWA Startups Lead the Way
Despite the turbulence, venture capital (VC) firms have continued to invest heavily in blockchain and crypto startups, particularly in areas such as decentralized physical infrastructure networks (DePINs), Web3 gaming, real-world asset (RWA) tokenization, and derivatives markets.
Trump Announces U.S. Crypto Reserve, Fueling Bitcoin Surge Past $91K
The announcement triggered a significant rally in the crypto market. XRP spiked 32% to approximately $2.80, while ADA and SOL rose over 20%, crossing the $1 and $160 marks, respectively. BTC saw a 6% increase, trading above $91,000, and ETH climbed nearly 10% to $2,400.
White House to Host First Crypto Summit, Signals Shift in Policy
The White House will host its first-ever Crypto Summit on Friday, March 7, an event expected to shape the future…
Bitcoin Rebounds as Market Shows Signs of Recovery
A key factor contributing to the market's turnaround appears to be a policy shift from the White House. U.S. President Donald Trump is set to host a crypto summit on March 7, bringing together industry leaders, investors, and members of the President's Working Group on Digital Assets.
Crypto Trading Booms in India’s Smaller Cities Amid Regulatory Uncertainty
Cryptocurrency trading is surging in India, with increasing participation from smaller cities, despite regulatory uncertainties and steep taxes. Many young…
Cryptocurrency Market Maker Founder Extradited to U.S. on Market Manipulation Charges
Andriunin was among 15 individuals and three companies charged in October as part of "Operation Token Mirrors," an investigation led by the Federal Bureau of Investigation (FBI) aimed at exposing fraudulent activities in the cryptocurrency market.
Bitcoin ETFs See Record $937.9 Million Outflow Amid Market Uncertainty
Among the affected ETFs, Fidelity’s FBTC recorded the largest outflow, with investors withdrawing $344 million. BlackRock’s IBIT followed with $164 million in outflows, while Grayscale’s GBTC saw a net outflow of $66 million.
Pundi AI Rebrands Token, Reduces Supply in Major Upgrade
Pundi AI has officially rebranded its token, marking a significant shift in its blockchain ecosystem. As of February 25, 2025,…
ED Raids Delhi, Jaipur, Mumbai Over ₹600 Crore Crypto Scam Linked to Chirag Tomar
The scam, orchestrated through spoofed websites mimicking legitimate cryptocurrency exchanges, has links to Chirag Tomar, an Indian national currently serving a prison sentence in the United States for a similar fraud.
Who Is the Lazarus Group? The North Korean Masterminds Behind Crypto’s Biggest Hacks
Active since around 2009, the group has transitioned from traditional espionage to large-scale cybercrime, primarily targeting financial institutions and cryptocurrency exchanges.
BNB Chain Launches Meme Liquidity Support Program to Boost Memecoins
Starting February 18, 2025, BNB Chain is introducing the Meme Liquidity Support Program, a new initiative aimed at strengthening memecoins…
Bitget Secures Virtual Asset Service Provider license in Bulgaria Aligning with its EU Expansion Plans
The VASP license in Bulgaria aligns with Bitget's strategic expansion across the European Union. The company is actively preparing for compliance with the EU's MiCA framework, which seeks to establish a unified regulatory environment for crypto assets throughout the region.
Brian Quintenz to Lead CFTC, Crypto Industry Awaits Positive Regulatory Shift
The appointment has been widely interpreted as potentially positive for the crypto market, with Quintenz's experience and digital asset friendliness adding validity to such expectations.
Bitcoin Faces Market FUD and Tariff Pressure: Is the Bottom Still Ahead?
The market’s volatility has been fueled by a mix of bearish sentiment, macroeconomic pressure, and shifting investor strategies, painting a complex picture for the months ahead.
Bitget Awards $70 Million in Employee Bonuses Amid Rapid Growth
The bonus structure included mid-year and year-end payouts, with some top-performing employees receiving bonuses equivalent to 50 months of salary. Most employees were awarded bonuses ranging between four to eight months’ salary, aligning with Bitget’s commitment to rewarding staff for their role in the company’s success.
Five Upcoming Crypto Listings 2025 – New Coin Exchange Listings
Here are five cryptocurrencies anticipated to list on major exchanges in 2025, based on their innovative concepts, strong presale performances,…
CFTC to Review Prediction Market Rules in the Upcoming Public Roundtable
The roundtable will explore the legality of event contracts under the Commodity Exchange Act, potential regulatory adjustments, and consumer protection measures, the CFTC stated on Wednesday.
FTX to Start Creditor Repayments in Bahamas from February 18
This repayment process, approved in October 2024 and effective from January 3, 2025, is part of FTX’s broader strategy to address its financial obligations following its collapse in November 2022.
MicroStrategy Pauses Bitcoin Buying Spree After $20B Spending Surge
MicroStrategy, the business intelligence firm turned Bitcoin treasury company, has temporarily halted its Bitcoin acquisitions after a 12-week streak of…
India Reviews Crypto Regulations Amid Global Policy Shifts and New Tax Rules
The review also coincides with the introduction of new tax policies targeting undisclosed crypto gains. Starting February 1, 2025, profits from crypto investments will be taxed under Section 158B of the Income Tax Act, typically reserved for assets like money, jewelry, and bullion.