Wrestling legend Ric Flair launches exclusive tokenized sticker pack on Telegram
The legend of American professional wrestling, Ric Flair, announced today the launch of a limited edition tokenized sticker pack on Telegram's Sticker Pack platform (formerly known as Sticker Store). To celebrate this launch, Flair created his official channel on Telegram, where he shared a personal message for his followers and dedicated a special greeting to Telegram founder Pavel Durov. "Telegram is where people really are today. It's global, it's fast, and the way people communicate there fits perfectly with what we are building, " Flair commented. "These stickers are about energy, personality, and culture—and Telegram is the ideal place to bring them to life."
Decentralized Autonomous Organizations (DAO) are transforming the way businesses, communities, and financial projects are organized globally. DAOs are revolutionizing governance by enabling collective decisions without traditional hierarchies. In 2024, more than 20,000 DAOs manage treasuries exceeding $30 billion, consolidating their global impact. Latin America sees in DAOs an opportunity to strengthen self-management and trust in emerging economies.
Gold as the current winner in a time of uncertainty
In the midst of a global landscape marked by sharp changes and controversial political decisions, the economic scenario in the United States presents many uncertainties that force investors to rethink their strategies. Recent labor market reports indicate the creation of approximately 140,000 new jobs in March, a figure that, although slightly lower than in previous months, remains strong and helps sustain optimism in the economy. However, the strength of these indicators is compromised by uncertainty arising from government policies.
Until there is more economic certainty, American consumer sentiment will remain vulnerable
Consumer confidence has been under scrutiny in recent months, due to investors' concerns about retail sales and consumer spending, the engine of the U.S. economy. If consumer confidence continues to decline, it is logical that consumer spending, which accounts for about two-thirds of U.S. GDP, will also be pressured. A reduction in spending could ripple throughout the economy.
The consumer confidence index has once again fallen short of economists' expectations, marking the fifth consecutive result since the November report came in below estimates. If there is anything positive, it is that each of the previous results was revised upward the following month. However, the most recent reading is the lowest since January 2021.
Confidence continues to decline among investors, consumers, and businesses as economic concerns and uncertainty about economic policy intensify. Until there is greater certainty in the tariff and macroeconomic arena, confidence and sentiment remain vulnerable. From now on, investors will focus their attention on this week's GDP and PCE reports (the latter being the inflation indicator preferred by the Fed) and next week's employment report to better understand the current economic context.
From Euphoria to Adjustment; the Market Tests the Trump 2.0 Narrative
Donald Trump's return to the White House sparked a wave of optimism in the markets. Analysts and investors agreed that 'Trump 2.0' would be a blessing for U.S. equities. Predictions pointed to a new cycle of global stock market leadership. But it took only 22 days to generate a change in sentiment, causing the SP500 to lose 10%, marking one of the fastest corrections in recent history, a movement that resembles more the beginnings of a bear market than a simple technical correction.
Why Cryptocurrencies Could Be the Only Option in 2033?
Throughout the vast history of human civilization, money has been both master and servant. It has shaped economies, built empires, and dictated the fate of nations. However, money is not a static entity: it evolves, transforms, and sometimes completely reinvents itself. From barter in ancient civilizations to gold minted by monarchs, from the invention of paper money in China to the supremacy of the US dollar, the form of money has changed countless times. And if we look more closely, a disturbing pattern emerges: each monetary transformation occurs more rapidly than the last.
UZH admits the first Latin student to its crypto program
The University of Zurich has approved the admission of the first Latin American student internationally since the start of the 2025 call. Key points Fernanda Ugalde is the first Latin American student accepted into the prestigious blockchain program at UZH. Her admission was made possible thanks to her talent, the academic support from UABC, and the Meta Pool scholarship. This achievement sets a precedent for Latin American students in the global blockchain ecosystem. Fernanda Ugalde Garduño, a student of Software Engineering and Emerging Technologies at the Universidad Autónoma de Baja California (UABC), has been accepted into the prestigious summer program Deep Dive into the Blockchain at the University of Zurich (UZH).
In recent years, Latin America has witnessed a significant transformation in its payment systems, with a notable increase in the adoption of digital methods. The adoption of digital payments in Latin America has increased due to the expansion of the Internet, smartphones, and fintechs, projecting a global growth of 80% in cashless payments by 2025. Pix in Brazil and Mercado Pago in Mexico are leading the change, with Pix reaching 44% of online payments by 2025 and Mercado Pago growing by 30.7% in net revenue in 2024.
The market reacted positively to Trump's announcement on the creation of a Strategic Reserve
Ryan Lee - Bitcoin (BTC) is trading within a projected range of $85,000 to $102,000, with ETF inflows playing a crucial role in its near-term trajectory. Strong inflows this week could push BTC above $100,000, possibly testing $102,000. Meanwhile, historical halving cycles suggest price consolidation between $95,000 and $100,000, positioning March as an accumulation phase ahead of more pronounced moves in mid-2025.
5 practical tips for Spaniards to correctly declare their cryptocurrencies
During tax declaration season, taxpayers in Spain who use cryptocurrencies must adhere to regulations if they do not want to be sanctioned by the tax authorities. Key points: - The firm specialized in cryptocurrency taxation, CL Cripto, offers recommendations for users. - It is necessary for Spaniards to maintain an adequate and correct declaration. - The Ministry of Finance handles a lot of information about Spanish taxpayers who use cryptocurrencies.
Cryptos bounce back after Trump's announcement of a strategic reserve of crypto assets
Crypto markets regained ground on Sunday after President Donald Trump's announcement on Truth Social about the creation of a strategic reserve of crypto assets in the U.S., which will include bitcoin, ethereum, solana, XRP, and ADA.
Bitcoin rose by 10% after the announcement, surpassing $90,000 again, while altcoins experienced even greater increases, with ADA skyrocketing over 70%.
Trump also confirmed that the first Crypto Summit will be held at the White House this Friday, featuring founders, CEOs, and key investors from the crypto industry, as well as members of the Presidential Working Group on Digital Assets. The event will be chaired by David Sacks, a White House advisor on AI and crypto.
Trump's announcement has boosted sentiment in the markets, with the Crypto Fear and Greed Index rising to 33, a notable change compared to the 10 (Extreme Fear) recorded earlier last week.
Investors will be watching the Crypto Summit on Friday, hoping for more details on the implementation of this strategic reserve of crypto assets.
Javier Molina .- Europe faces a challenging macroeconomic landscape, where caution and monetary policy action intertwine in a scenario full of uncertainties. Meanwhile, European stock markets are positioned in areas of historical highs (dividends included), with discounted expectations of lower rates and corporate results that have not disappointed. Thus, it seems that the ECB is about to reduce interest rates again, with an expectation of a 25 basis point cut that will bring the deposit rate to 2.5% this Thursday. This measure responds to a weak economy, with declining growth indicators and signs of stagnation, especially in the two largest economies in the region, Germany and France.
The sentiment in the crypto market is at a low, as indicated by the Crypto Fear and Greed Index, which has fallen from 55 (Neutral) to 21 (Extreme Fear) in less than a week.
The hacking of Bybit last Friday shook investor confidence, compounded by the increasing uncertainty over tariffs on Mexico and Canada, which will finally come into effect and have generated greater unease in the markets.
Bitcoin had maintained its support at $92,000, a level that had been held since November 2024. However, once this support was broken, it is likely that a cascade of position liquidations was triggered, increasing the downward pressure on the price.
If we analyze previous cycles of bull markets, there could still be more declines. In these scenarios, corrections of 25-35% are common before finding a bottom and continuing the upward trend.
Currently, bitcoin has fallen 20% from its all-time high of $109,300. A correction of 35% would place it around $70,000. This does not mean that the price has to necessarily reach that level, but it is a possibility.
While it is understandable that investors feel uncertain about such large moves in dollars, it is important to remember that corrections are normal in any financial asset. Additionally, bitcoin is still up 70% compared to the same date last year.
The decline in consumer confidence in the U.S. reveals that economic uncertainty remains high
Bret Kenwell, U.S. investment analyst at eToro
- Consumer confidence continues to fall after the spike in November caused by the elections, and the most recent reading has reached its lowest level since June. Confidence has declined for the third consecutive month, missing economists' expectations in all cases.
- Economic uncertainty remains high, whether regarding tariffs or more U.S.-focused data such as inflation or retail sales. As a reminder, the latest CPI report showed inflation above expectations, which did not give investors or consumers the reassurance that price increases are slowing down.
- If there is a glimmer of hope in the consumer confidence report, it is that last month's figure was slightly revised upward and aligns with the trend we have observed in recent quarters. However, this month's lowest reading is not surprising given some of the recent macroeconomic events.
- Investors should keep an eye on this week's PCE report. Not only is it the Federal Reserve's preferred inflation indicator, but it will also provide another clue about how consumers feel regarding their purchasing power. A reading in line with or below expectations could serve as a relief catalyst for both consumers and investors.
Javier Molina highlights that the market continues to show mixed signals: while the SP500 reaches new highs, weak economic data, tariff uncertainty, and rising inflation expectations create an environment of increasing risk and contained volatility.
Capital flows into European equities have rebounded after 19 weeks of outflows, but extreme positioning and low liquidity could amplify any negative movement, triggering accelerated sales.
Trump 2.0 diversifies economic policies in German election week
The Trump Administration continues to show its cards Typically, a single policy dominates each year after a new administration is elected (e.g., tax reform in 2017, trade war in 2018, COVID-19 in 2020, and industrial policy/CHIPS Act/IRA in 2021). However, Trump 2.0 is tackling multiple policies simultaneously. The noise-to-signal ratio is exceptionally high—focus on what matters and what we know, as described below. Much of the tariff debate falls into the “known unknowns” category, with scope and sequencing still uncertain.
U.S. Justice Suspends SEC Case Against Binance: A Key Step for the Exchange
"We are grateful to Acting Chairman Uyeda for his thoughtful approach to ensuring that digital assets receive the appropriate legislative and regulatory focus in this new and golden era of blockchain in the U.S. and around the world. The SEC's case has always lacked merit, and we are eager to put this behind us and continue our focus on keeping Binance as the safest, licensed, and most trusted exchange in the world."
How will VC funding for artificial intelligence evolve in 2025?
Venture capital (VC) funding in the artificial intelligence (AI) sector has seen notable growth in 2024, establishing itself as one of the most attractive sectors for investors. Key Points In Q2 2024, VCs invested $25.3 billion in AI, marking a 30% increase over Q1. 80% of investments were allocated to companies in early stages (Seed and Series A), which demonstrates the interest in emerging technologies.
Tether announced during the PLAN B event in El Salvador that it will bring USDt, the stablecoin with the largest market capitalization, to the Bitcoin base network and the Lightning Network.
This will allow for fast and low-cost transactions in USDt, taking advantage of Bitcoin's robust security.
This integration could open up new opportunities for the adoption of Bitcoin in everyday financial systems, according to the press release.
Furthermore, with Trump in office and his decision to ban a central bank digital currency (CBDC) in the US, stablecoin issuers, such as Tether, could benefit significantly in the near future.
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Ripple Partners with Ondo Finance to Bring Tokenized Treasury Bonds to the XRP Ledger
Ripple announced last week its partnership with Ondo Finance, a real-world asset issuer, to tokenize U.S. Treasury bonds on the XRP Ledger (XRPL).
Founded in 2021, Ondo Finance is a DeFi platform that seeks to democratize access to institutional financial products by tokenizing traditional assets.
Through this collaboration, institutional investors in XRPL will be able to access Ondo’s Short-Term Treasury Bond Fund (OUSG) 24/7 using RLUSD, Ripple’s stablecoin denominated in US dollars.
This rollout is expected to go live in the next six months.
The tokenized asset market is booming, driven by institutional demand for liquidity, efficiency, and transparency. It is estimated that this sector could reach 16 trillion dollars by 2030. $XRP #Ripple