Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of the most relevant crypto and economic news from Latin America over the past week.

Traders based in London can expect under a millisecond latency, the crypto exchange said.

Crypto exchange OKX announced that it would be suspending its DEX aggregator services as the recent investigation from the EU regulator showed that perpetrators of the $1.5 billion Bybit hack, used the exchange's services to launder funds. The exchange has blamed North Korea's Lazarus group for misusing its DeFi services.

OKX has temporarily suspended its DEX aggregator in response to concerns over its alleged misuse by the North Korean hacking group Lazarus. The post OKX Halts DEX Aggregator Amid EU Scrutiny Over Bybit Hack Money Laundering Allegations appeared first on Cryptonews.

Amid the ongoing mild crypto recovery led by Bitcoin (BTC), the BNB ecosystem has recorded significant growth in on-chain transactions catalyzed by memecoin trading led by the recently launched Mubarak (MUBARAK).

OKX halted its DeFi services used by hackers to launder some of the proceeds from the $1.5 billion Bybit hack.

This week, the US market is expected to witness several important economic events. These events are very crucial because they can influence the course of the cryptocurrency market. The below given are the key economic events this week.

The platform reportedly caught regulators' attention after reports that it was used to launder some of the proceeds of the recent Bybit hack.

US President Donald Trump's second ex-wife, Marla Maples, has shown support for ending the country's case against early Bitcoin advocate Roger Ver, known as “Bitcoin Jesus.”“Sharing more re [regarding] the call to dismiss the prosecution against Roger Ver,” Maples said in a March 16 X post, sharing a video created by an organization aimed at supporting Ver and tagging Trump, Elon Musk and US Attorney General Pam Bondi.

US President Donald Trump's second ex-wife, Marla Maples, has shown support for ending the country's case against early Bitcoin advocate Roger Ver, known as “Bitcoin Jesus.”“Sharing more re [regarding] the call to dismiss the prosecution against Roger Ver,” Maples said in a March 16 X post, sharing a video created by an organization aimed at supporting Ver and tagging Trump, Elon Musk and US Attorney General Pam Bondi.

OKX has taken down its decentralized exchange (DEX) aggregator, citing security concerns linked to the North Korean hacking group Lazarus.

Following the discovery of an attempted attack by North Korea's Lazarus Group, OKX has temporarily suspended its decentralized exchange aggregator service. The exchange made the announcement on Mar.

In response to the security threats, OKX has implemented a hacker address detection system and a mechanism to block suspicious addresses.

Pakistan is making a major shift in its approach to cryptocurrency with the launch of the Pakistan Crypto Council (PCC). This move signals a change from its previous skepticism, where digital assets were seen as a financial risk due to their potential use in illicit activities.

US federal judge has ordered Debiex to return around $2.26 million to its customers that it allegedly stole in romance scams. This includes an additional civil penalty of almost $221,500.

Crypto exchange OKX has temporarily paused its decentralized exchange aggregator to prevent “further misuse” by North Korean hacking collective Lazarus Group.“Recently, we detected a coordinated effort by Lazarus group to misuse our defi services,” said OKX on March 17.

The crypto industry is facing an alarming rise in cyber threats, including phishing scams, social media hacks, and violent home invasions.

ECB's Francois Villeroy warns that the US' pro-crypto stance could trigger the next financial crisis. The post ECB Official Warns US Crypto Policies Could Trigger Next Financial Crisis appeared first on Cryptonews.

A so-called “Web3” wallet, a disturbing mascot, and a convoluted ticketing system have unsurprisingly resulted in lower-than-expected ticket presales for the anticipated Expo 2025 in Osaka, Japan.

Meme coins have taken the crypto world by storm, proving that humor, community, and innovation can drive serious financial gains. But which ones are set to dominate in 2025? With the market shifting rapidly, staying ahead means knowing the best meme coins to invest in March 2025.

Crypto platform Debiex has been ordered to pay around $2.5 million after it failed to respond to a US Commodity Futures Trading Commission suit accusing it of being a romance scam ring.Arizona federal court Judge Douglas Rayes on March 13 granted the CFTC's earlier motion for summary judgment in its case and ordered Debiex to pay back around $2.26 million it stole from its customers, along with a civil penalty of nearly $221,500. Judge Rayes said there was no evidence that Debiex's failure to respond to the CFTC was the result of “excusable neglect.

Crypto users have reported a rise in scam emails made to look like they're from crypto exchanges Coinbase and Gemini that attempt to get users to set up a new wallet with pre-generated recovery phrases controlled by scammers.In several examples posted to X, the email claims to be from Coinbase, asking users to transition to self-custodial wallets and providing instructions on downloading the legitimate Coinbase Wallet, giving a deadline of April 1 to make the switch. Source: Steve Kaczynski However, it also provides pre-generated recovery phrases.

The increasing macroeconomic uncertainty around global trade tariffs poses a big risk to the Bitcoin price. Expectations among Bitcoin investors can be drastically affected by the meeting's conclusion.

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.

According to the proposal, only investors who have at least $1.1 million can participate in the experimental regime.

Francois Villeroy de Galhau, the governor of Banque de France and the European Central Bank Governing Council's member, believes U.S. president Donald Trump is making a huge mistake by supporting cryptocurrencies. In an interview with French weekly La Tribune Dimanche, Villeroy de Galhau said that the U.S.

This signals a shift towards strategic accumulation and reduced leverage.

A European Central Bank (ECB) official says America's embrace of cryptocurrency and non-bank finance could backfire. “The United States risks sinning through negligence,” Francois Villeroy de Galhau, a member of the bank's governing council, said in an interview with French weekly La Tribune Dimanche on Saturday (March 15).

Russian oil traders are processing millions in crypto monthly, using them to bypass sanctions and streamline cross-border transactions.

The financial services giant Goldman Sachs is telling shareholders that its competitors are now offering crypto products and services that the bank doesn't.

About 51%, or the majority of Americans, do not support the creation of a cryptocurrency strategic reserve, a proposal that US President Donald Trump has been pushing since his election in November last year.

The cryptocurrency market continues to evolve, offering unique investment opportunities for those seeking high-growth potential projects. As of today, four standout cryptocurrencies—Qubetics ($TICS), Polkadot (DOT), Cosmos (ATOM), and Render (RNDR)—have positioned themselves as some of the best cryptos to invest in for long-term gains.

Here's how smart contracts, online communities, and decentralized finance are reshaping the movie industry.

Cryptocurrency experienced significant volatility recently, with bitcoin (BTC-USD) rising past $100,000 in December, only to fall back to $76,000, and now trading around $83,000. Tyrone Ross, principal and founder of 401 Financial, joins Catalysts host Madison Mills to discuss the importance of long-term investing and the role of regulation in shaping the future of the crypto market.

Critics argue that Trump's embrace of crypto hurts the industry's credibility and paves the way for crony capitalism.

Crypto is becoming mainstream, but prices have yet to catch up

The crypto market has been struggling to gain momentum in recent weeks, with Bitcoin and major altcoins falling to new lows this cycle. Price action has been far from encouraging, leaving many traders questioning whether the market has already reached its peak.

Finding the right crypto investment isn't just about chasing hype—it's about recognizing real potential backed by strong fundamentals. One project is gaining traction for its structured approach to decentralized finance, offering a clear path to long-term growth.

Money is piling into the crypto market as the rapidly expanding stablecoin supply shows. According to analysts, the expansion of stablecoin supply indicates that the current crypto market pullback is only the middle of the bull cycle.

Opinion by: Casey Ford, PhD, researcher at Nym Technologies Web3 rolled in on the wave of decentralization. Decentralized applications (DApps) grew by 74% in 2024 and individual wallets by 485%, with total value locked (TVL) in decentralized finance (DeFi) closing at a near-record high of $214 billion.

Four Vietnamese brothers have been arrested by authorities for running a gambling ring under the guise of cryptocurrency investments. According to authorities, the suspects were running a gambling ring worth about $3.8 billion, allowing users to bet with several digital assets, including USDT, ETH, and Naga tokens.

Officials of Thailand's Central Investigation Bureau (CIB) seized 63 illegal crypto mining machines on Friday, according to a report by The Nation. The illegal crypto mining rigs, worth around 2 million baht ($60,000), were found in three abandoned houses in the Pathum Thani province.

As investors search for cryptocurrencies with significant growth potential, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) stands out as one of the strongest candidates. Unlike speculative assets, Mutuum Finance is backed by a decentralized lending ecosystem offering practical utility. Investors interested in stable returns and long-term value see MUTM as a leading opportunity today.

MoonPay, the crypto fintech giant known for its aggressive expansion strategy, is at it again. This time, the company has acquired Iron.xyz, a stablecoin infrastructure platform, in yet another move that signals its determination to reshape the digital finance landscape.

The following is a guest post by Yannik Schrade, CEO and Co-founder of Arcium. Warnings about artificial intelligence have been fed to the public by worried experts for years, a constant alarm of looming danger.

European Central Bank Governing Council member Francois Villeroy de Galhau revealed that the United States posed a risk to bring about the next financial emergency. He argued that the U.S.' support of cryptocurrencies and non-bank finance would lead to another financial crisis.

Singapore national Malone Lam Yu Xuan will face trial in connection to a Bitcoin heist worth $240 million (S$320 million). According to authorities, the Bitcoin heist remains, to this day, one of the biggest in the history of the country.

The future of stablecoins in Europe is clear. Only regulated, transparent, and fully backed digital assets will survive under MiCA