Hodler’s Digest, March 9 – 15 – Cointelegraph Magazine

Argentina finalizes rules for virtual asset providers Argentina’s securities regulator has finalized rules for virtual asset service providers (VASPs), which cover general codes of conduct and custody requirements for cryptocurrency exchanges and other platforms facilitating digital asset transactions.  The regulations were published on March 13 by the National Securities Commission, also known as the CNV, under General Resolution No. 1058.  According to a translated version of the announcement, the regulations impose “obligations regarding registration, cybersecurity, asset custody, money laundering prevention, and risk disclosure” on VASPs operating in the country. The…

Sacks purges crypto, but Trump? His digital empire continues

David Sacks, President Donald Trump’s go-to “czar” for AI and crypto, and his venture-capital firm, Craft Ventures, recently parted ways with a whopping $200 million worth of digital asset holdings. According to Bloomberg, citing a memo from the White House, Sacks and Craft liquidated their entire crypto portfolio—Bitcoin (BTC), Ethereum (ETH), Solana (SOL)—before Trump’s inauguration on Jan. 20. This revelation came on March 5 by White House counsel David Warrington. Among the divestitures: Sacks ditched his stakes in Coinbase and Robinhood, as well as his limited-partner shares in crypto funds…

XRP Price Watch: Bulls Eye $3.00 as Key Support Holds

XRP is currently trading at $2.40, with a market capitalization of $140 billion, a 24-hour trade volume of $2.95 billion, and an intraday price range of $2.34 to $2.47, as technical indicators suggest key support and resistance levels that could determine its next move. XRP The 1-hour XRP/USDC chart shows a gradual uptrend since March […] Source CryptoX Portal

Coinbase (COIN) Stock Decline Can’t Stop Highly Leveraged Long ETF Rollouts

Leverage Shares by Themes has launched a new exchange-traded fund (ETF) tied to the Nasdaq-listed cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase (COIN) stock despite a downturn in the crypto-related shares. The Leverage Shares 2X Long Coinbase Daily ETF (COIG) is designed to deliver twice the daily return of Coinbase’s stock price, offering traders an amplified exposure to the U.S.’s largest cryptocurrency exchange. The ETF, which carries an expense ratio of 0.75%, is listed on Nasdaq, according to a press release. The launch comes amid a significant cryptocurrency market downturn that saw bitcoin (BTC)…

Bitcoin’s role as an inflation hedge depends on where one lives — Analyst

For years, inflation was primarily a concern for emerging markets, where volatile currencies and economic instability made rising prices a persistent challenge. However, in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, inflation became a global issue. Once-stable economies with historically low inflation were suddenly grappling with soaring costs, prompting investors to rethink how to preserve their wealth. While gold and real estate have long been hailed as safe-haven assets, Bitcoin’s supporters argue that its fixed supply and decentralized nature make it the ultimate shield against inflation. But does the theory hold…

Telegram founder Pavel Durov given permission to leave France

Pavel Durov, founder of the popular messaging app Telegram, has left France and relocated to Dubai following approval from a French court. On March 13, Durov reportedly received permission from the French court to depart the country, allowing him to travel to Dubai — a city known for its business-friendly environment and lack of extradition agreements with many nations — according to a Barron’s report citing unknown sources. The exact terms of the court’s decision remain unclear, but Durov’s relocation has reignited debates about jurisdiction, privacy, and the responsibilities of…

Stablecoins Thrive as Crypto Stumbles: A $4.23B Growth Spree in 2 Weeks

While the crypto market contracted over the past two weeks, the stablecoin sector has ballooned by $4.23 billion since March 1, defying the broader trend. Digital Dollars Dominate With Over 8% of Crypto’s Trillion-Dollar Pie The stablecoin ecosystem—fiat-pegged digital tokens—now sits at $228.553 billion after a $4.23 billion boost in just 14 days. Leading the […] Source CryptoX Portal

Will Ethereum rise soon? XYZVerse gains strong buying momentum despite market conditions

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Speculation grows around Ethereum’s potential surge while XYZVerse gains strong momentum despite market challenges. Speculation is swirling about Ethereum’s potential for a price surge in the near future. At the same time, XYZVerse is gaining remarkable traction, showing strong buying momentum despite challenging market conditions. This situation raises intriguing questions about what is driving XYZVerse’s success and how it might impact the landscape of digital currencies. XYZ aims for…

New Canadian P.M. Carney Closes Gap on Polymarket with BTC-Friendly Poilievre

Newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney, who recently won a leadership contest of the Liberal Party to replace Justin Trudeau, has dramatically increased his odds of winning the next federal election in the eyes of Polymarket bettors. (Polymarket) Carney now has a 49% chance of winning the next Canadian election, compared to 26% a month ago. Conservative opposition leader Pierre Poilievre’s chances are at 51%, down from 72% in February. (Polymarket) The next Canadian federal election is scheduled to occur on October 20, 2025. However, under Canada’s Westminster system,…

Coinbase Ventures Debuts Base Ecosystem Group on Echo Platform

Base has become Ethereum’s top layer two (L2) across several metrics and Base projects will now have access to onchain startup capital on Echo. Echo Hosts Coinbase Ventures’ New Base Ecosystem Group to Expand Crypto Development Projects building on Ethereum’s largest L2 network Base will now have access to early startup capital via the Echo […] Source CryptoX Portal