Author: James Wilson

Stablecoin payments infrastructure firm TransFi has raised $19.2 million to expand its operations. Summary TransFi raised $19.2 million in a Series A round led by Turing Financial Group to expand its stablecoin-based cross-border payments infrastructure. The company plans to deploy the funds across emerging markets while strengthening regulatory licensing and scaling enterprise merchant adoption. According to a recent announcement, the company raised $14.2 million in Series A equity along with a $5 million committed liquidity facility. The funding round was led by Turing Financial Group. TransFi will use the capital to fund expansion across South-East Asia, South Asia, the Middle…

Whale activity around the Official Trump (TRUMP) token, which is tied to United States President Donald Trump, has hit a five-month high according to on-chain data. Summary Whale wallets holding over 1 million TRUMP tokens have risen to a five-month high of 83, with combined holdings valued at around $3.7 million, according to Santiment. TRUMP price has climbed more than 50% from recent lows after a Mar-a-Lago luncheon announcement for top holders, though the token remains over 95% below its all time high. According to Santiment, there are now 83 wallets that hold more than 1 million Official Trump (TRUMP)…

Bitcoin price fell back under the $74,000 support level after three straight days of gains as investors remained cautious ahead of the Federal Reserve’s rate cut decision scheduled for later today. Summary Bitcoin price slipped below $74,000 after a three-day rally, as traders booked profits ahead of the Federal Reserve’s rate decision. Markets expect the Fed to hold rates at 3.50% to 3.75%, with CME FedWatch showing over 99% probability of no rate cut. Bullish technical signals persist, with a triangle breakout and ETF inflows supporting upside, while $76,000 remains key resistance. After rallying over 7% and touching nearly $76,000…

UK lawmakers are raising concerns over the risks tied to crypto donations, which they claim can open the door to foreign influence in political financing. Summary UK parliamentary committee calls for an immediate ban on crypto donations to political parties, citing risks of foreign influence and gaps in oversight. Lawmakers warn that tools such as mixers and AI-driven micro-donations could obscure fund origins and bypass existing reporting thresholds. Experts remain divided, with some pointing to transparency within regulated systems while others caution that a ban may push activity offshore without resolving core risks. In its latest report, the Joint Committee…

The crypto market remained unfazed on Wednesday shortly after the U.S. Securities and  Exchange Commission clarified that most of the cryptocurrencies in the market would not be considered a security under federal law. Summary The crypto market remained largely muted after the SEC clarified its framework for determining whether tokens qualify as securities. Bitcoin held near the $74,000 level while major altcoins showed limited movement, keeping total market capitalization around $2.61 trillion. Investor focus shifted to macro catalysts, with traders positioning cautiously ahead of the Federal Reserve’s rate decision and expectations for delayed rate cuts. Bitcoin (BTC), the world’s largest…

This week banks and crypto lobbyists may reach a compromise on stablecoin yield payments, according to U.S. Senator Tim Scott. Currently, the Senate’s crypto market structure bill progress remains stalled. Summary Senator Tim Scott says a proposal to resolve the stablecoin yield dispute could arrive this week, raising hopes for movement on the stalled Senate crypto market structure bill. Talks have slowed over a provision targeting stablecoin yield payments, with banks warning of deposit outflows while crypto firms argue the restriction would limit competition Speaking at a crypto lobby event in Washington, Scott, who chairs the Senate Banking Committee, said…

The notorious Lazarus Group may have been behind a cyberattack on crypto e-commerce store Bitrefill, the firm estimates. Summary Bitrefill linked a March 1 cyberattack to tactics associated with the Lazarus and BlueNoroff groups, after attackers compromised an employee laptop and drained funds from hot wallets. Around 18,500 purchase records were accessed, though the company said only limited customer information was exposed and there was no evidence of a full database breach. Detailing the March 1 incident in a Tuesday X post, the firm said the attackers used malware, on-chain tracing, and reused IP and email infrastructure to drain funds…

The US Securities and Exchange Commission and the Commodity Futures Trading Commission have issued a joint interpretation outlining how crypto assets are treated under federal securities laws. Most notably, the statement emphasised that most crypto assets are not themselves securities. Summary SEC and CFTC issue joint interpretation stating most crypto assets are not securities and outlining how they fall under federal law The guidance introduces a token classification framework and clarifies treatment of airdrops, staking, and other on-chain activities. Both agencies released the interpretation as one of their first coordinated steps since signing a memorandum of understanding, with the update…

US Securities and Exchange Commission Chair Paul Atkins has proposed a “safe harbor” framework aimed at easing regulatory pressure on crypto firms while keeping them within the federal oversight structure. Summary SEC Chair Paul Atkins proposes safe harbor exemptions to allow crypto firms to raise capital under defined regulatory pathways. Framework includes startup and fundraising exemptions, along with conditions for when tokens may fall outside securities laws. Speaking at the DC Blockchain Summit in Washington, Atkins said, “such a safe harbor would provide crypto innovators bespoke pathways to raise capital in the US, while providing appropriate investor protections.” Calls for…

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