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Venezuela's Crypto Trading Reaches $44.6 Billion, Driven by Retail Investors

Venezuela's cryptocurrency trading volume reached approximately $44.6 billion over the past year, according to a Chainalysis report. The data, covering the period from July 2024 to June 2025, indicates that most transactions were conducted by small wallet users with balances under $10,000, highlighting the dominance of retail investors in the market. Despite government efforts to regulate the industry through the establishment of the national crypto regulatory body SUNACRIP and the introduction of the official cryptocurrency Petro, many Venezuelans continue to prefer using international crypto exchanges.
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Whale Address Acquires 6,228 ETH at $2,007 Each

A whale address identified as 0x65b4 has re-entered the Ethereum market, purchasing 6,228 ETH for 12.5 million USDC at an average price of $2,007. This transaction occurred 10 hours ago, according to on-chain data analyst Yujin. The same address previously engaged in significant crypto activity during the market downturn on October 11 last year, acquiring both ETH and BTC for 32.58 million USDC, but later sold at a loss of $830,000 in November.

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HKMA, Shanghai Data Bureau, and National Blockchain Center Sign MoU for Trade Finance Digitalization

The Hong Kong Monetary Authority, Shanghai Municipal Data Bureau, and National Blockchain Technology Innovation Center have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to digitalize trade finance between Shanghai and Hong Kong. This collaboration aims to leverage digital technology to create a cross-border financial cooperation platform under the Ensemble project, focusing on electronic bills of lading and integration with Business Data Exchange and CargoX. Li Dazhi, Deputy CEO of the Hong Kong Monetary Authority, highlighted the significance of this partnership in connecting mainland freight and trade data with Hong Kong and international ecosystems. The initiative seeks to address the "double trust deficit" in real-world asset tokenization by ensuring real-time, tamper-proof data flow, potentially transforming trade finance for small and medium-sized enterprises by providing them with access to reliable financing based on authentic transaction data.

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Court Approves Class Certification in Tether and Bitfinex Market Manipulation Case

A U.S. federal court in the Southern District of New York has approved class certification for plaintiffs in the market manipulation lawsuit against Tether and Bitfinex. The case, which accuses the defendants of manipulating cryptocurrency market prices through the issuance of USDT between 2017 and 2019, will proceed as a class action. The court's decision divides the plaintiffs into two groups: spot investors and futures traders. While the ruling does not address the merits of the case, it allows the lawsuit to advance collectively.

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U.S. Court Dismisses All Claims Against CZ and Binance

A U.S. court has dismissed all legal claims against Binance CEO Changpeng Zhao (CZ), Binance, and Binance US. The plaintiffs had accused the parties of financing terrorism activities. However, the court ruled that the plaintiffs failed to provide evidence linking CZ or Binance to any terrorist financing activities, leading to the dismissal of all charges.

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Cathedra Bitcoin and Sphere 3D Announce All-Stock Merger Agreement

Bitcoin mining companies Cathedra Bitcoin and Sphere 3D have signed an all-stock merger agreement. Upon completion, the merged entity will retain the Sphere 3D name and its NASDAQ listing, with Cathedra Bitcoin shareholders owning approximately 49% of the combined company's issued shares. The new company will operate with about 53 megawatts of power and 1.2 EH/s of Bitcoin mining capacity across five data centers in Tennessee, Kentucky, and Iowa. Additionally, it plans to expand by approximately 100 megawatts and explore AI and high-performance computing (HPC) services.

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Discussion on Iran's Situation and Market Impact Amid Middle East Tensions

A macroeconomic discussion will be held tonight at 8 PM to address the escalating tensions in the Middle East, which have led to increased volatility in oil and gold prices, pushing global markets into a phase of high uncertainty. The event will feature insights from a senior translator from the Iranian Students' News Agency, a spokesperson for Netanyahu's family, and a notable figure who nearly became the Governor of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand. The panel will explore geopolitical conflicts, asset correlations, and Bitcoin's role in the current macroeconomic environment.

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Galaxy Research Reports 10% Decline in Crypto Lending for Q4 2025

Galaxy Research's Q4 2025 report reveals a 10% quarter-on-quarter decline in combined CeFi and DeFi lending, primarily due to falling DeFi asset prices. Despite this, CeFi lending continues to grow, driven by Tether, Maple Finance, Galaxy Digital, Nexo, and Coinbase. Ethereum maintains its dominance in DeFi lending market TVL. The report highlights that stablecoin lending rates and CDP stablecoin minting rates have closely followed the U.S. Federal Reserve's federal funds rate as a lower bound over the past 18 months. Additionally, BTC OTC lending rates fell by 25 basis points this quarter to approximately 1%.

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Continue Capital Faces $13.3M Liquidation on Hyperliquid

Continue Capital has been liquidated on Hyperliquid, losing positions worth $13.3 million in SNDK and MU tokens. The liquidation involved 10,000 SNDK, valued at approximately $5.1 million, and 22,300 MU, valued at around $8.2 million. This event led to a 5.8% drop in SNDK's price and a 2.6% decline in MU. Despite the liquidation, Continue Capital maintains a long position of 17,000 MU, valued at approximately $6.2 million, with a liquidation price set at $352, just 2.8% below the current market price. MU is trading at a 2% discount with an annualized funding rate of -400%, while SNDK is at a 2.6% discount with a 650% annualized funding rate.

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Ethereum Breakout Could Spark Altcoin Rally Amid Bearish Sentiment

Ethereum's potential breakout is poised to trigger a significant altcoin rally, despite prevailing bearish sentiment in the market. Recent capital inflows have pushed high-cap assets above their monthly highs, reviving risk-on sentiment. However, Bitcoin remains volatile around $70,000, and Ethereum hovers near $2,000, creating uncertainty in market direction. Arkham Intelligence reports a whale profiting $4.5 million by shorting altcoins, while social volume around altcoins has plummeted, indicating bearish positioning. Yet, Ethereum's strong on-chain metrics, including a $500 million stablecoin liquidity influx, suggest a bullish setup. As Ethereum consolidates, a breakout could redirect capital across altcoins, potentially leading to a short squeeze and rally.

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Robinhood Ventures Fund I Drops 16% on NYSE Debut, Misses Fundraising Target

Robinhood's newly launched Robinhood Ventures Fund I experienced a challenging debut on the New York Stock Exchange, closing down 16% at $21 on its first trading day. The fund, designed to provide retail investors access to private equity firms, fell short of its $1 billion fundraising goal, securing only $658.4 million, with potential to reach $705.7 million if underwriters fully subscribe. The fund's portfolio includes companies like Databricks, Stripe, and Revolut, but lacks exposure to high-profile firms such as OpenAI and SpaceX, which may have dampened retail interest. Robinhood plans to expand the fund's holdings to include 15-20 high-quality late-stage growth companies, actively seeking to add popular startups like OpenAI to its portfolio.
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CFTC Unveils New Logo to Mark 'Golden Age' of Innovation

The U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has introduced a new logo, symbolizing its dedication to fostering market innovation. Announced on March 7, the CFTC claims the logo represents a commitment to its traditional mission while propelling the agency into a "golden age" of innovation. The new logo is now featured on the CFTC's website, underscoring its ongoing support for market advancements.
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Pi Coin Rises 22% Amid Technical Breakout, Faces Overbought Risks

Pi Coin surged 22% to reach $0.196 after breaking an inverse head-and-shoulders pattern, marking a 30% increase from mid-February lows of $0.13. This rally, driven by strong buying pressure, exceeded the pattern's initial target of 17% before encountering resistance. However, technical indicators suggest potential exhaustion in buying momentum. A hidden bearish divergence has emerged, with the price forming a lower high while the RSI approaches 70, indicating overbought conditions. To sustain its bullish trend, Pi Coin must maintain support above $0.18, with a critical level at $0.16. Upcoming events, including the v20.2 update on March 12 and Pi Day on March 14, may provide the necessary momentum to challenge the $0.21 resistance level, despite current technical warnings.

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Bitcoin Nears Milestone as 20 Millionth BTC Set to Be Mined

The Bitcoin network is on the verge of a significant milestone, with the twenty-millionth Bitcoin expected to be mined in the coming week. This event highlights the scarcity of the cryptocurrency, as it underscores that there are now more than twice as many lost Bitcoins as there are left to be mined. With a total supply cap of 21 million, this development emphasizes the limited availability of new Bitcoins entering circulation.

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SEC and CFTC Plan to Relocate to Shared Washington D.C. Office

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are in discussions to relocate to a shared office space in Washington D.C., according to Bloomberg ETF analyst Eric Balchunas. The proposed office park is situated near the train station. Despite the move, the two regulatory bodies will not merge. Discussions about the relocation began last year, with the earliest implementation expected in 2027.
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SEC and CFTC Plan to Relocate to Shared Office Complex in Washington, D.C.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) are planning to relocate to the same office complex in Washington, D.C., according to sources. This move, however, is not intended as a merger of the two regulatory bodies, which oversee different financial markets. Discussions have been ongoing since last year to move the CFTC into the building complex currently housing the SEC, located near Union Station and close to the U.S. Capitol. The General Services Administration (GSA) is involved in the planning, with the relocation not expected to occur before 2027.
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Whale Deposits $2.18M USDC on HyperLiquid for 10x Leveraged ETH Short

A whale address identified as '0x218A' has deposited $2.18 million USDC into HyperLiquid to initiate a 10x leveraged short position on Ethereum (ETH). This move was detected by Onchain Lens monitoring on March 7. The whale is known for previously securing profits over $11.8 million from trading activities.

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Polymarket and Kalshi Valuations Soar to $20 Billion in Funding Talks

Polymarket and Kalshi, two prominent prediction markets, are reportedly in discussions with investors, each eyeing valuations of approximately $20 billion. This marks a significant increase from previous valuations, with Polymarket having been in talks for funding at a $12 billion valuation last November. Meanwhile, Kalshi completed a $1 billion funding round in December, achieving an $11 billion valuation. These developments highlight the growing interest and investment in prediction market platforms.

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Sun Yuchen-Linked Wallet Deposits $250 Million into sUSDS

A wallet address associated with Sun Yuchen has deposited an additional $250 million into the stable yield asset sUSDS, according to Arkham monitoring. This brings the total holdings of the address to over $880 million in sUSDS. Based on current yield rates, this position is estimated to generate approximately $35 million in annual returns.

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Major Asset Managers Hold Significant Stakes in MicroStrategy

Institutional holdings data reveals that several major global asset management firms have significant stakes in MicroStrategy (MSTR) stock. Vanguard holds approximately 8.12% of MSTR, equating to about 21.735 million shares valued at approximately $3.183 billion. Capital Research & Management (International Investors) holds 7.70%, or about 20.615 million shares. Other major shareholders include BlackRock, State Street, Morgan Stanley, and UBS. This data indicates that leading asset managers are indirectly investing in Bitcoin-related assets through their holdings in MicroStrategy.

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Venezuela's Crypto Trading Reaches $44.6 Billion, Driven by Retail Investors

Whale Address Acquires 6,228 ETH at $2,007 Each

HKMA, Shanghai Data Bureau, and National Blockchain Center Sign MoU for Trade Finance Digitalization

Court Approves Class Certification in Tether and Bitfinex Market Manipulation Case

U.S. Court Dismisses All Claims Against CZ and Binance

Cathedra Bitcoin and Sphere 3D Announce All-Stock Merger Agreement

Discussion on Iran's Situation and Market Impact Amid Middle East Tensions

Galaxy Research Reports 10% Decline in Crypto Lending for Q4 2025

Continue Capital Faces $13.3M Liquidation on Hyperliquid

Ethereum Breakout Could Spark Altcoin Rally Amid Bearish Sentiment

Robinhood Ventures Fund I Drops 16% on NYSE Debut, Misses Fundraising Target

CFTC Unveils New Logo to Mark 'Golden Age' of Innovation

Pi Coin Rises 22% Amid Technical Breakout, Faces Overbought Risks

Bitcoin Nears Milestone as 20 Millionth BTC Set to Be Mined

SEC and CFTC Plan to Relocate to Shared Washington D.C. Office

SEC and CFTC Plan to Relocate to Shared Office Complex in Washington, D.C.

Whale Deposits $2.18M USDC on HyperLiquid for 10x Leveraged ETH Short

Polymarket and Kalshi Valuations Soar to $20 Billion in Funding Talks

Sun Yuchen-Linked Wallet Deposits $250 Million into sUSDS

Major Asset Managers Hold Significant Stakes in MicroStrategy