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XRP Ledger Unveils Roadmap for Institutional DeFi Expansion and New Tokenization Features
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/xrp-ledger-unveils-roadmap-for-institutional-defi-expansion-and-new-tokenization-features
MediaRipple Labs is working to expand the XRP Ledger’s decentralized finance (DeFi) capabilities with a clear roadmap for 2025.
Dogecoin's Price Drops 40% in 3 Months as Musk-Trump Alliance Faces Challenges
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/dogecoins-price-drops-40percent-in-3-months-as-musk-trump-alliance-faces-challenges
MediaDogecoin's price has dropped significantly in recent months, returning to pre-election levels, despite initial gains following Donald Trump's 2024 presidential victory.
Bybit Hack Forensics Show North Korean Hackers Stole $1.5 Billion in Largest Crypto Heist by Exploiting SafeWallet Developer
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bybit-hack-forensics-show-north-korean-hackers-stole-dollar15-billion-in-largest-crypto-heist-by-exploiting-safewallet-developer
MediaBybit's recent $1.5 billion hack was traced back to a compromised SafeWallet developer’s machine, allowing North Korea’s Lazarus Group to execute the largest crypto theft in history.
Mantra (OM) Prices Skyrocket, Raising Alarm Over Stability Following March Airdrop
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/mantra-om-prices-skyrocket-raising-alarm-over-stability-following-march-airdrop
MediaMantra (OM) has recently become a key player in the real-world asset (RWA) token sector, witnessing a remarkable 185% increase in value over the past 30 days.
Hamster Kombat Launches Hamster Network on TON Layer-2
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/hamster-kombat-launches-hamster-network-on-ton-layer-2
MediaThe popular Telegram game Hamster Kombat has introduced the Hamster Network, a new layer-2 blockchain built on The Open Network (TON).
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Dogecoin Drops Below $0.20 as Meme Coins, Bitcoin, and Ethereum Suffer Double-Digit Losses
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/dogecoin-drops-below-dollar020-as-meme-coins-bitcoin-and-ethereum-suffer-double-digit-losses
MediaDogecoin has fallen below $0.20 for the first time in months, marking a significant drop of over 11% in the past 24 hours.
Bitcoin Could Plunge to $81K if $85K Support Breaks, Analysts Warn
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-could-plunge-to-dollar81k-if-dollar85k-support-breaks-analysts-warn
MediaBitcoin’s price dropped to a three-month low of $86,008 on Feb. 25, falling below the $90,000 mark for the first time since Jan. 13.
Metaplanet Acquires $12.9 Million in Bitcoin, Total Holdings Reach 2,235 BTC
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/metaplanet-acquires-dollar129-million-in-bitcoin-total-holdings-reach-2235-btc
MediaJapanese investment firm Metaplanet announced on Tuesday that it has acquired an additional 135 Bitcoin, investing approximately $12.9 million in the top crypto.
$ZOO Token Officially Listed on Major Exchanges Today, Feb. 25
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/dollarzoo-token-officially-listed-on-major-exchanges-today-feb-25
MediaThe $ZOO token has officially launched today, Feb. 25, on several major crypto exchanges, a notable milestone for the digital asset community.
SEC Ends Investigation Into Robinhood Crypto After 9 Months, No Enforcement Action Taken
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/sec-ends-investigation-into-robinhood-crypto-after-9-months-no-enforcement-action-taken
MediaThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has ended its investigation into Robinhood’s cryptocurrency business without recommending enforcement action.
Adam Back Blames Ethereum’s EVM Design for Bybit’s $1.4 Billion Hack
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/adam-back-blames-ethereums-evm-design-for-bybits-dollar14-billion-hack
MediaThe Bybit hack, which resulted in the loss of $1.4 billion in Ethereum-related tokens, has sparked debate over its root cause.
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Kaito AI Token Surges 50% Post-Airdrop Amid Market Speculation
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/kaito-ai-token-surges-50percent-post-airdrop-amid-market-speculation
MediaKaito AI has experienced a significant 50% increase in price following its recent airdrop launch on Feb. 20.
Franklin Templeton Files for Solana-Based ETF as Cryptocurrency Investment Products Grow in Popularity
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/franklin-templeton-files-for-solana-based-etf-as-cryptocurrency-investment-products-grow-in-popularity
MediaOn Feb. 21, 2025, Franklin Templeton, a major global asset management firm, filed with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).
Pump.fun's X Account Hacked To Promote Fake "PUMP" Token, Triggering $5 Million Market Cap Surge
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/pumpfuns-x-account-hacked-to-promote-fake-pump-token-triggering-dollar5-million-market-cap-surge
MediaOn Feb. 26, 2025, the X account of Pump.fun, a Solana meme coin launchpad, was hacked to promote fraudulent tokens, including a fake “PUMP” token.
Bank of America Plans To Launch Stablecoin Once U.S. Legislation is Passed, CEO Says
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bank-of-america-plans-to-launch-stablecoin-once-us-legislation-is-passed-ceo-says
MediaBank of America (BoA) CEO Brian Moynihan confirmed this week that the company is ready to enter the stablecoin market once U.S. lawmakers provide regulatory approval.
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Bybit Web3 Announces Massive Airdrop: 45 Million Web3 Points Featuring MNT and PENGU
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bybit-web3-announces-massive-airdrop-45-million-web3-points-featuring-mnt-and-pengu
MediaBybit has announced the launch of its largest airdrop campaign to date, distributing 45 million Bybit Web3 Points to engage its community of over 3 million players.
🌍 Ambient Network, the world’s largest environmental data DePIN on Solana, is thrilled to join the CMC Labs Accelerator Program!
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Bybit CEO Declares War on Lazarus Group and Launches $140 Million Bounty After $1.4 Billion Hack
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bybit-ceo-declares-war-on-lazarus-group-and-launches-dollar140-million-bounty-after-dollar14-billion-hack
MediaOn Feb. 21, 2025, Bybit, one of the major cryptocurrency exchanges, was hit by a hack that saw over $1.4 billion in assets stolen by hackers associated with North Korea’s Lazarus Group.
SEC Closes Investigation Into Uniswap Labs, Marking a Key Victory for DeFi Industry
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/sec-closes-investigation-into-uniswap-labs-marking-a-key-victory-for-defi-industry
MediaThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has closed its investigation into Uniswap Labs, the company behind the decentralized exchange Uniswap, after months of scrutiny.
Grayscale Seeks SEC Approval for Polkadot ETF Following XRP and Cardano Filings
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/grayscale-seeks-sec-approval-for-polkadot-etf-following-xrp-and-cardano-filings
MediaGrayscale Investments has filed an application with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to launch an exchange-traded fund (ETF) based on Polkadot’s DOT token.
GAP Season 8 Airdrop Announced
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/gap-season-8-airdrop-announced
MediaThe Association has announced an airdrop in celebration of the active community surrounding GAP Season 8.
Berachain Surpasses Arbitrum and Base, Becomes Sixth-Largest DeFi Blockchain With Over $3.2B in TVL
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/berachain-surpasses-arbitrum-and-base-becomes-sixth-largest-defi-blockchain-with-over-dollar32b-in-tvl
MediaLayer-1 blockchain Berachain has seen its total value locked (TVL) rise to over $3.26 billion, making it the sixth-largest decentralized finance (DeFi) network.
Wintermute Withdraws $38M in Solana Ahead of $2B Token Unlock, Raising Concerns Over Market Impact
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/wintermute-withdraws-dollar38m-in-solana-ahead-of-dollar2b-token-unlock-raising-concerns-over-market-impact
MediaWintermute withdrew over $38 million worth of Solana (SOL) from Binance on Feb. 24, just days before the largest token unlock in Solana’s history, scheduled for March 1.
Bitcoin Down 8% in February as Daily Transfers Drop 76% and ETF Outflows Reach $364M
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/bitcoin-down-8percent-in-february-as-daily-transfers-drop-76percent-and-etf-outflows-reach-dollar364m
MediaBitcoin has dropped 8% in February and is on track for its first negative monthly return since February 2020.
Farm Frens Game Shifts to Line Following Troubled Token Airdrop on Base
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/farm-frens-game-shifts-to-line-following-troubled-token-airdrop-on-base
MediaFarm Frens has announced its intention to migrate to the Line messaging app following complications during the launch of its FREN token on the Ethereum layer-2 network Base.
Rejuve.AI Announces Upcoming Airdrop of RJV Tokens on March 3
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/rejuveai-announces-upcoming-airdrop-of-rjv-tokens-on-march-3
MediaRejuve.AI has officially announced a significant airdrop event set to begin on March 3, 2025, during which it will distribute a total of 50 million RJV tokens.
SEC Closes Investigation Into OpenSea, Declining To Pursue Charges Over NFT Marketplace Operations
https://coinmarketcap.com/academy/article/sec-closes-investigation-into-opensea-declining-to-pursue-charges-over-nft-marketplace-operations
MediaThe U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has concluded its investigation into OpenSea, the leading NFT marketplace.