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news-imageMarch 16, 2025

Crypto Podcaster Busted in Vegas After $2M Scam—A Fugitive's Last Gamble

A podcaster turned crypto conman swindled investors out of $2 million, using fake businesses and pop culture references before vanishing—until a Vegas arrest sealed his fate. From Podcast Fame to Prison: How Investors Were Fooled for Years The U.S.
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March 17, 2025

The Stablecoin Market Is $220 Billion. Are Businesses Actually Using Them?

For years, stablecoins served as the backbone of cryptocurrency trading, providing liquidity and stability in crypto's famously volatile markets. Though some have been circulating for over a decade, stablecoins like Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) weren't embraced by the traditional financial sector, in part due to regulatory uncertainty.

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March 17, 2025

Robinhood Launches Prediction Markets Hub For US Retail Investors

Robinhood launches a dedicated prediction markets hub, enabling U.S. retail investors to trade contracts tied to global events like economic shifts and sports tournaments via a regulated platform ensuring transparency and oversight. The post Robinhood Launches Prediction Markets Hub For US Retail Investors appeared first on Cryptonews.

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March 17, 2025

Hashdex amends S-1 for crypto index ETF, adds seven altcoins

Asset manager Hashdex has amended its S-1 regulatory filing for its cryptocurrency index exchange-traded fund (ETF) to include seven altcoins in addition to Bitcoin (BTC) and Ether (ETH), according to a March 14 filing. The revision proposes adding seven specific altcoins to the index ETF — Solana (SOL), XRP (XRP), Cardano (ADA), Chainlink (LINK), Avalanche (AVAX), Litecoin (LTC), and Uniswap (UNI).

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March 17, 2025

French TPE-PME Bosses Are Massively Turning To Crypto

A recent study reveals that all leaders of small and medium enterprises are now aware of cryptocurrencies, and more than a third personally invest in them, despite still limited professional adoption.

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March 17, 2025

Crypto Leaders Step Up Pressure On SEC As Trump's Policies Reshape Regulatory Landscape

The cryptocurrency industry, long at odds with U.S. regulators, is now pushing back harder than ever against the Securities and Exchange Commission after finding itself on more favorable ground under President Donald Trump's administration. What Happened: Several leading crypto executives and firms, including Coinbase (NASDAQ:COIN) and Ripple (CRYPTO: XRP), are seizing the opportunity to challenge the SEC's aggressive past enforcement tactics, according to Politico.

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March 17, 2025

Wealthy Americans Spearheading Crypto Adoption in US, According to Digital Asset Giant Grayscale

A new survey commissioned by crypto asset manager Grayscale Investments shows that deep-pocketed investors are leading the adoption of cryptocurrency in the US. In a research conducted in three waves between November 2023 and September 2024, analytics firm The Harris Poll surveyed 5,368 individuals who planned to vote in the 2024 presidential election.

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March 17, 2025

Trading Giant Robinhood Launches New Prediction Markets Hub Using Kalshi

Robinhood trading app is introducing a new prediction markets hub, expanding its financial services portfolio. Developed in partnership with regulated exchange Kalshi Inc. – also a prediction market service – the new platform enables users to trade contracts based on real-world outcomes across sports, politics, and economic indicators. Says J.B.

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March 17, 2025

Robinhood shares up 8% after launching betting markets hub

Robinhood has launched a betting markets hub as the online brokerage — best known for stock trading — expands its presence in emergent asset classes, including cryptocurrencies and event contracts, according to a March 17 announcement. Robinhood's stock, HOOD, rose roughly 8% on the Nasdaq after the announcement, according to data from Google Finance.

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March 17, 2025

SEC weighs changes to crypto custody rule for investment advisors

The US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is reconsidering a proposed rule imposing stricter custody requirements on investment advisers holding crypto and other assets. Acting SEC Chair Mark Uyeda stated during the “Investment Management Conference” in San Diego that the agency is evaluating whether to amend or rescind the rule introduced under the prior administration.

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March 17, 2025

Robinhood Challenges Polymarket with New Prediction Market

TL;DR Robinhood launches a new prediction market through the Kalshi platform, regulated by the CFTC, allowing bets on events such as interest rates and NCAA tournaments. The initiative positions the firm in direct competition with Polymarket, which gained popularity during the U.S. presidential elections. Robinhood's stock rose 2.3%, reaching $40.17 per share, reflecting investor interest.

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March 17, 2025

Making sense of DAOs in 2025

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March 17, 2025

Crypto ETPs Record $1.7 Billion Sell-Offs: CoinShares

CoinShares reports $1.7B in outflows from crypto ETPs last week, driven by continued market pressure. Bitcoin saw the largest withdrawals, though XRP and Cardano posted inflows despite the downturn. The post Crypto ETPs Record $1.7 Billion Sell-Offs: CoinShares appeared first on Cryptonews.

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March 17, 2025

Bitfarms stock dips despite $110m acquisition

Canadian Bitcoin miner Bitfarms has finalized the acquisition of Stronghold Digital Mining, marking the largest-ever merger between two publicly listed Bitcoin mining companies.

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March 17, 2025

SEC may scrap Biden-era crypto asset custody proposal, acting chief says

Wall Street's top regulator is considering changing or scrapping regulations proposed under the prior administration that would require investment advisors keeping custody of cryptocurrencies and other assets to meet stricter standards, the agency's interim chief said Monday.

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March 17, 2025

Robinhood challenges Polymarket with new regulated prediction markets hub

Robinhood has unveiled a prediction markets hub within its app, signaling its full embrace of the emerging sector. In an announcement on its website, the electronic brokerage platform said the hub will allow users to trade on the outcome of real events.

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March 17, 2025

French Central Bank Governor Raises Concern About Trump's Pro-Crypto Policies

French Central Bank Governor François Villeroy de Galhau raises concern that Trump's policies, particularly deregulation and crypto support, may expose financial systems to heightened risk and trigger global repercussions. The post French Central Bank Governor Raises Concern About Trump's Pro-Crypto Policies appeared first on Cryptonews.

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March 17, 2025

Malaysia Warns of Rising Crypto Investment Scams Targeting Professionals and Seniors

Malaysia warns of a surge in crypto investment scams targeting professionals and seniors, with authorities cautioning against high-return promises and sophisticated scams leveraging AI and deepfake technology. The post Malaysia Warns of Rising Crypto Investment Scams Targeting Professionals and Seniors appeared first on Cryptonews.

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March 17, 2025

Bitfarms Acquires Stronghold Digital, Securing 1.1GW Expansion in Pennsylvania

Bitfarms has finalized its acquisition of Stronghold Digital Mining, gaining access to a 1.1-gigawatt energy pipeline across three sites in Pennsylvania. The post Bitfarms Acquires Stronghold Digital, Securing 1.1GW Expansion in Pennsylvania appeared first on Cryptonews.

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March 17, 2025

Crypto Scammers Exploit AI Deepfakes to Push Fake Giveaways With Trump and Musk

The evolution of deepfake scams has reached new levels of sophistication with the integration of artificial intelligence (AI), making fraudulent schemes increasingly convincing and difficult to detect. A recent example involves a deepfake of U.S. President Donald Trump circulating on X, attempting to lure unsuspecting individuals into a cryptocurrency scam.

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March 17, 2025

US SEC sees unprecedented vengeance from the crypto community

The crypto community under a pro-crypto government is seeking revenge against the SEC. Crypto enthusiasts are following up on previous SEC employees who worked under Gary Gensler to ensure their exit from the industry.

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