KeyTakeaways: Layer 1 assets now dominate 44.2% of discussions, reflecting increased investor interest.   Meme coin discussions have fallen significantly, indicating a cooling of speculative hype.   The shift toward Bitcoin and Layer 1 tokens signals a more stable and informed market. In February 2025, discussions surrounding Bitcoin and major Layer 1 assets surged, reflecting a clear…

Recently, U.S. federal courts have issued orders requiring two individuals to pay a combined total of over $9 million in restitution for fraudulent digital asset schemes. The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) also launched a public awareness campaign to warn against relationship investment scams targeting online users. Court Orders in Fraud Cases In separate rulings,…

Strategy, formerly known as MicroStrategy, has acquired 7,633 bitcoin (BTC) for approximately $742.4 million at an average price of $97,255 per BTC, according to a filing released on February 10.  The purchase took place between February 3 and February 9, marking the company’s first BTC acquisition under its new name. “As of February 9, 2025,…

WazirX announces that creditor payouts for the $235 million hack could begin by April 2025, under a Singapore court-approved recovery plan.

Nasdaq files 19b-4 forms for CoinShares’ XRP and Litecoin ETFs, enhancing institutional adoption of digital assets.

Ripple, a leading provider of digital asset infrastructure for financial institutions, has partnered with Portuguese currency exchange provider Unicâmbio to offer instant, blockchain-powered cross-border payments between Portugal and Brazil.  For context, this collaboration is the first time Ripple’s payments solution will be made available in Portugal, marking a significant step in the company’s European expansion.…

Roger Ver faces imminent extradition to the U.S. on tax evasion charges, which he claims are politically motivated. In an interview with Mario Nawfal, he alleges government overreach and violations of attorney-client privilege. Bitcoin Investor Roger Ver Speaks Out Amid Legal Battle Roger Ver, a prominent early Bitcoin investor and advocate for financial freedom, is…

The Nigerian SEC is exploring blockchain technology to enhance capital market regulation and efficiency. Partnering with the Algorand Foundation, the SEC aims to improve transparency and streamline operations. Regulator Partners with Algorand Foundation to Explore Blockchain Solutions The Nigerian Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is exploring the adoption of blockchain technology to improve capital market…