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It's your favorite crypto connoisseur, Mochi, back with another electrifying edition of digital asset insights! This week, we're diving deep into the crypto ocean, exploring the most fascinating movements that are shaping our digital financial landscape. From bitcoin whales making massive waves to groundbreaking partnerships and regulatory milestones, we've got a newsletter packed with more excitement than a blockchain convention! Get ready to feast your eyes on the latest and greatest in tech and web3 – no decoder ring required!

INTEL BRIEF

🟧 Major Bitcoin whales, including an anonymous investor and BlackRock, make significant cryptocurrency moves with substantial purchases and transactions.

🟧 Trump Media partners with Crypto.com to potentially launch a series of "Made in America" digital asset and securities ETFs.

🟧 Circle's USDC stablecoin receives regulatory approval for launch in Japan, marking a significant milestone in the country's crypto landscape.

🟧 Michael Saylor's Strategy purchases 6,911 Bitcoin for $584 million, surpassing 500,000 total Bitcoin holdings.

Massive Bitcoin Whales Emerge in Cryptocurrency Market

Bitcoin whales are making some serious splashes! Our crypto odyssey begins with a massive whale wallet that just dropped a cool $200 million into Bitcoin, sending ripples through the digital financial seas.

Arkham Intelligence caught this financial leviathan in action on March 24, revealing a strategic move that's turning heads. Despite selling over 11,400 Bitcoin in recent months, this whale has now accumulated 2,400 Bitcoin, bringing their total stash to an eye-popping 15,000 Bitcoin worth over $1.3 billion.

The timing is fascinating. After selling when Bitcoin was dancing between $100,000 and $86,000 in February, the whale has returned to the market during a price rebound. Bitcoin's been riding a wave, trading between $81,000 and $88,000, with a 3% price surge on March 24.

But wait, there's more! Another Bitcoin whale has emerged from an eight-year slumber, moving a jaw-dropping 3,000 Bitcoin (worth $250 million) in a single transaction. This crypto Rip Van Winkle's stack has grown from $3 million in early 2017 to a quarter-billion dollars today!

BlackRock, the financial world's heavyweight champion, is also joining the crypto party. The asset management titan has accumulated 4,054 Bitcoin across 15 transactions, bringing their total to a mind-blowing 573,878 Bitcoin worth over $50 billion. Their iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT) even snapped a five-week net outflow streak with a $744.4 million net inflow.

The crypto ecosystem isn't just about Bitcoin. Ether is making its own waves, with whales adding 7,074 Ether ($13.8 million) to their coffers. While still down from its all-time high, Ether's open interest hit a new peak, and the number of addresses holding over $100,000 in Ether has been steadily climbing.

Massive Bitcoin whale adds $200M to stash

Another whale awakens after 8 years, moving $250M

BlackRock continues aggressive Bitcoin accumulation

Trump Media Explores Exciting New Partnership with Crypto Platform

Trump Media is diving into the crypto world with a bold new play, signing a non-binding agreement with Crypto.com to launch a series of eye-catching Exchange-Traded Funds (ETFs).

The partnership involves Trump Technology Group Corp (TMTG), the powerhouse behind Truth Social and Truth.Fi, aiming to create ETFs with a "Made in America" twist. This isn't just another crypto project – it's a potential game-changer in the digital asset landscape.

Kris Marszalek, Crypto.com's co-founder and CEO, is bullish about the project, promising widespread international availability across US, European, and Asian brokerage platforms.

But it's not all smooth sailing. Democratic lawmakers are throwing some serious shade at the venture. Representative Gerald Connolly branded the associated TRUMP token as a "money grab" that's generated over $100 million in trading fees. Maxine Waters went even further, calling it a potential "rug pull" representing the "worst of crypto."

The ETFs are set to launch alongside Truth.Fi Separately Managed Accounts (SMA), with TMTG planning to invest its own cash reserves. Talk about putting your money where your mouth is!

This isn't Trump's first rodeo in the crypto corral. With World Liberty Financial and the TRUMP memecoin already in play, he's proving to be a persistent player in the digital asset space.

Trump Media partners with Crypto.com for new ETFs

Potential crypto basket includes major digital assets

Democratic lawmakers criticize the crypto venture

USDC Secures Groundbreaking Approval in Japanese Market

Circle is making waves in the Land of the Rising Sun! After two years of intense negotiations, the company has secured a groundbreaking regulatory approval to launch USDC on Japan's crypto landscape.

SBI VC Trade will be the first to host the US dollar stablecoin, marking a significant milestone in Japan's digital financial evolution. This isn't just another crypto listing – it's a regulatory first under the Japan Financial Services Agency's stablecoin framework.

Jeremy Allaire, Circle's leader, is buzzing with excitement. He sees this as more than just a trading opportunity, highlighting tremendous potential in payments, cross-border finance, and commerce. Talk about thinking big!

SBI Holdings CEO Yoshitaka Kitao is equally enthusiastic, emphasizing how this launch will enhance financial accessibility and drive crypto innovation in Japan's digital economy. His bold statement? This move aligns with their vision for the future of blockchain-based finance.

Circle isn't stopping at SBI VC Trade. They've got Binance Japan, bitbank, and bitFlyer in their sights for future listings. These exchanges are no small potatoes – they've processed over $25 million each in the last day alone!

The global stablecoin dance continues with USDC and EURC also gaining recognition in Dubai. They've been approved under the Dubai Financial Services Authority's new regime, opening doors for digital asset applications in the Dubai International Financial Centre.

By the numbers, USDC stands tall as the second-largest stablecoin, boasting a $59.7 billion market cap – trailing only Tether's $143.8 billion. Not too shabby for a digital dollar!

USDC receives regulatory approval in Japan

First listing on SBI VC Trade exchange

Potential for expanded cross-border financial innovation

Michael Saylor Continues Aggressive Bitcoin Acquisition Strategy

Michael Saylor's Strategy has just pulled off another jaw-dropping Bitcoin acquisition, pushing past the 500,000 Bitcoin landmark with a bold $584 million purchase.

Between March 17 and 23, Strategy scooped up 6,911 Bitcoin at an average price of $84,529 per coin. This latest shopping spree brings their total Bitcoin holdings to a staggering 506,137 Bitcoin, purchased at an aggregate price of $33.7 billion.

The timing? Classic Saylor. Buying the dip when others might be hesitant, Strategy continues to demonstrate unwavering confidence in Bitcoin. The company's total average purchase price sits at an impressive $66,608 per Bitcoin – proving they're playing the long game.

This milestone comes hot on the heels of Strategy's preferred stock offering, which is set to generate approximately $711 million in revenue by March 25, 2025. Talk about financial flexibility!

The Bitcoin buying comes amid global trade war concerns that have many investors on edge. Nicolai Sondergaard from Nansen suggests that risk assets might lack direction until tariff-related issues are resolved – potentially between April and July.

US President Donald Trump's reciprocal tariff rates are set to kick in on April 2, adding an extra layer of complexity to the global economic landscape. But does that stop Saylor? Absolutely not!

Strategy remains the world's largest corporate Bitcoin holder, continuing to buy despite widespread market jitters. It's a bold strategy that screams, "When others see a dip, we see an opportunity!"

Strategy purchases 6,911 Bitcoin for $584 million

Total Bitcoin holdings now exceed 500,000 coins

Continues buying strategy despite global economic concerns

And that's a wrap, my lovely PoI readers! 🌟 I hope this edition left you feeling informed, entertained, and maybe even a little bit richer (in knowledge, of course). Remember to stay curious, stay informed, and keep spreading the love. Until next time, this is Mochi, signing off with a virtual high-five!

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