South Korea’s Financial Intelligence Unit (FIU) has blocked access to 17 overseas crypto exchange apps on Google Play for operating without proper registration, according to a March 26 announcement.Major exchanges, such as KuCoin, MEXC, Phemex, XT, CoinEx, BitMart, and Poloniex, are among the affected platforms.According to the statement, South Korean crypto users can no longer download these apps, and those who already have them will not receive future updates.The authorities argued that this move would help reduce money laundering risks and protect users from unregulated platforms.South Korean law requires all crypto exchanges to register with regulators before offering services. This…
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Latin American digital banking giant Nubank, backed by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway, has expanded its cryptocurrency offerings by adding four new altcoins to its platform.The bank announced on March 25 that Cardano (ADA), Near Protocol (NEAR), Cosmos (ATOM), and Algorand (ALGO) are now available to its 100 million clients in Brazil, according to a report by The Paypers.The four assets collectively represent a market capitalization of approximately $34.6 billion.Nubank Cripto Expands to 20 Digital Assets with Latest Altcoin AdditionsThe recent addition brings the total number of digital assets available on Nubank Cripto to 20.Existing offerings include major cryptocurrencies such as…
Lightchain AI’s presale has quickly gained traction, drawing significant interest from both seasoned and new investors alike. With its unique focus on blending artificial intelligence with blockchain technology, the project offers a fresh and innovative approach that stands out in the crowded crypto market. The presale’s structured stages, starting with an attractive low price point, provide early investors the opportunity to secure tokens at a discount before the price increases. As the presale progresses and more investors recognize Lightchain AI’s long-term potential, the excitement surrounding the project continues to build. With strong technical features, a clear roadmap, and growing community…
Infinite Reality, an AI and metaverse-focused company, has acquired the iconic music platform Napster for $207 million, with plans to transform it into a music metaverse. The acquisition aims to take the music experience beyond traditional mobile and social platforms, ushering in a new era of immersive, 3D virtual experiences. Napster Acquired for $207 Million to Create a Music Metaverse “The most legendary collab?! Infinite Reality has acquired iconic online music brand @Napster. With this acquisition, we’re expanding and reimagining Napster, empowering artists with new audience monetization and engagement capabilities, underpinned by iR’s #immersive… pic.twitter.com/L4Fig7QFct — Infinite Reality (@Infinite_iR) March…
The next crypto roundtable discussion will take place on April 25, with the others following on May and June 6 Mary Uyeda is acting chair at the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) Paul Atkins’ confirmation as SEC chair has been delayed due to paperwork issues The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) will host four more crypto roundtable discussions following its first one on March 21. Organized by the SEC’s Crypto Task Force, the next one – Between a Block and a Hard Place: Tailoring Regulation for Crypto Trading – will take place on April 11, according to an…
The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has unveiled plans to host four more crypto-focused roundtables in Washington, D.C., as part of its broader initiative to reshape digital asset regulation.According to a March 25 statement, these sessions will explore key areas such as crypto trading, custody, tokenization, and DeFi.The first event, Between a Block and a Hard Place: Tailoring Regulation for Crypto Trading, is set for April 11. Discussions on custody, tokenization, and DeFi will follow on April 25, May 12, and June 6.All roundtables will be available via live stream on the SEC’s website to encourage public engagement.These events…
GameStop, the electronics retail firm, announced today that it will update its investment policy to include Bitcoin in its treasury reserve assets. This move seems to have had a positive impact on the company’s stock, as GameStop’s US shares surged by 6.30% after market hours, now trading at $25.40. GameStop Includes Bitcoin in Reserve An announcement regarding Bitcoin pic.twitter.com/gG8JRarIok — GameStop (@gamestop) March 25, 2025 According to the company’s filing, “The Company’s investment policy permits investments in certain cryptocurrency assets, including Bitcoin and US dollar stablecoins. If the Company acquires Bitcoin or US dollar stablecoins, the Company will be exposed…
Shib Finance is creating quite a buzz right now as the Shiba Inu team prepares to launch this innovative platform. The project aims to transform crypto lending within the Shib ecosystem, and also move beyond simple token swaps to offer comprehensive financial services.Also Read: Ripple SEC Settlement: Fine Cut from $125 Million to $50 MillionShib Finance’s DeFi Disruption: Could It be A New Era for Crypto Lending & Growth?Source: FreepikBeyond Simple Token SwapsThe Shiba Inu team announced Shib Finance through Shibarium Updates on March 25, 2025. The platform will offer borrowing, lending, and also saving options – essential services for…
The wider altcoin market, led by Ethereum (ETH), has signaled a possible momentum shift following the recent Bitcoin (BTC) price pump towards $87.5k. The total crypto market cap rallied close to $3 trillion on Wednesday, March 26, during the mid-European session,The crypto market has attempted to mirror Gold price action in the recent past ahead of the April 2 sweeping new reciprocal tariffs from the United States, in addition to tariffs on some Canadian and Mexican goods.Is the Crypto Market Ready for RecoveryThe ongoing crypto mild recovery has been influenced by several factors including renewed interest from whale investors and…
Memecoins and ETFs are overshadowing traditional altcoins, signaling a fragmented altcoin cycle. Ethereum remains strong and may lead any future alt-driven rally, but unified ‘altseason’ trends may be fading. Despite previous reports, including one from Crypto News Flash claiming that Altseason was “permanently cancelled” as 36 million altcoins struggle, new data further supports the case. According to the Blockchain Center’s Altcoin Season Index, an “altcoin season” is defined as a period when 75% of the top 50 altcoins outperform Bitcoin over a rolling 90-day window. While brief spikes occurred in March 2024 and January 2025, they were too short-lived to…
