According to Kevin Lu, social finance, or “socialfi” — a combination of social media and decentralized finance — is an innovation that extends Satoshi Nakamoto's vision of a decentralized financial system to social media.

https://news.bitcoin.com/socialfi-expands-satoshi-nakamotos-vision-of-a-defi-system-to-social-media-says-kevin-lu/

Since late 2023, artificial intelligence (AI) and Real World Assets (RWAs) have stood out as pivotal themes poised to spearhead the forthcoming bull market in the crypto realm. RWAs are a class of blockchain-based crypto tokens that represent either tangible or intangible assets such as bonds, real estate properties and commodities.

https://www.forbes.com/sites/digital-assets/2024/03/26/merging-ai-with-rwas-pioneers-the-next-bull-market-in-crypto/

Coinbase's layer-2 blockchain, Base, designed to facilitate lower-fee transactions on the Ethereum network, is currently grappling with a surge in network activity. The increased demand has led to heightened traffic and rising transaction fees, causing disruptions for some users.

https://www.cryptopolitan.com/coinbases-base-network-struggles-with-surge-in-traffic-and-rising-fees/

Bankrupt crypto lender Genesis Global has consented to a $21 million civil penalty tied to the now-defunct Gemini Earn lending initiative, according to a March 19 statement from the US SEC. Under the settlement terms, the SEC will not be paid the penalty until Genesis satisfies all bankruptcy claims, including those from Gemini Earn investors.

https://cryptoslate.com/bankrupt-genesis-agrees-to-21-million-sec-fine-over-defunct-gemini-earn-crypto-lending-violations/

The world's largest asset manager has taken “the next step forward” toward a single ledger, instantaneous settlement and ending illicit activities, in the view of CEO Larry Fink.

https://cointelegraph.com/news/blackrock-begins-asset-tokenization-launch-digital-liquidity-fund

After nearly three years since his arrest, a jury in a US federal district court has found Sterlingov guilty on four counts, including money laundering conspiracy and unlicensed money-transmitting venture operation. With each charge carrying varying maximum prison sentences, Sterlingov faces a potential cumulative sentence of up to 50 years.

https://cryptomufasa.com/bitcoin-fog-operator-facing-50-years-in-prison/?utm_source=snapi

Sam Bankman-Fried asked for a maximum sentence of six and a half years, but he could have gotten over 100 years.

https://cointelegraph.com/news/united-states-prosecutors-lewis-kaplan-ftx-sam-bankman-fried

Investment firm Hivemind Capital Partners is in the work of raising nearly $50 million for a fund. According to a Bloomberg report, Hivemind Capital is trying to raise at least $50 million for a fund that will focus on the nexus between blockchain technology and digital art.

https://coingape.com/hivemind-capital-to-raise-50-mln-plans-funding-digital-art-and-blockchain/

Two senior executives from cryptocurrency exchange Binance, Tigran Gambaryan and Nadeem Anjarwalla, have been detained against their will by Nigerian authorities, according to a recent report by Wired.

https://bitcoinist.com/nigeria-detains-binances-crypto-crime-investigator/

Starting March 8 at 8:00 a.m. UTC, Binance will convert naira balances to USDT (Tether), a stablecoin tied to the US dollar.

https://cryptosheadlines.com/binance-stops-naira-transactions-ceases-operations-in-nigeria/?utm_source=snapi

Binance faces mounting regulatory pressure in Africa's most populous country with authorities now seeking customer data.

https://dailycoin.com/unraveling-binances-nigeria-woes-as-govt-hunts-user-info/

Global asset manager VanEck has recently made significant strides into the crypto industry by launching its spot Bitcoin Exchange Traded Fund (ETF) called “HODL.” Building on this success, VanEck has unveiled its latest venture, SegMint, a non-fungible token (NFT) marketplace and digital asset platform.

https://bitcoinist.com/vaneck-expands-offerings-unveils-nft-marketplace/

Amidst the rave for dominance in the cryptocurrency industry, digital asset service provider Kraken has taken the industry unawares with the introduction of a new service dubbed Kraken Institutional. Kraken Institutional Designed for Corporate Clients This novel solution is designed as a one-stop shop where firms that are looking to delve into the digital asset

https://coingape.com/kraken-launches-institutional-service-to-stem-coinbase-dominance/

In the ever-evolving world of cryptocurrency, understanding market dynamics is key to navigating the complexities and seizing opportunities. JPMorgan Chase, a global leader in financial analysis, provides an insightful examination of the forces driving cryptocurrency prices, shedding light on key catalysts and the resurgence of retail investor interest.

https://thecurrencyanalytics.com/bitcoin/decoding-cryptocurrency-market-trends-jpmorgans-insights-into-catalysts-and-retail-resurgence-99426

In a digital age where cryptocurrencies reign supreme, Riot Blockchain emerges as a titan in the realm of Bitcoin mining, achieving unprecedented success with a staggering $281 million in revenue for the fiscal year 2023. Join us as we unravel the story behind Riot's meteoric rise, explore the intricacies of cryptocurrency mining, and delve into the future of digital currency.

https://thecurrencyanalytics.com/events/unveiling-the-crypto-titans-inside-riot-blockchains-281-million-revenue-surge-in-2023-97750