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Why every crypto firm suddenly wants a trust charter

If you’ve been around crypto long enough, you’ve seen the same headache: your exchange works fine, until your bank doesn’t.

ETF custody is the invisible infrastructure, and that’s why Morgan Stanley matters

Custody sounds boring. It’s paperwork, controls, and “who holds the keys.” And yet… custody is basically crypto’s electricity. If you don’t have it, you don’t have a real product.

AML concerns: FATF targets P2P stablecoin transfers, and retail will feel the squeeze

People love to argue about “stablecoins are good” or “stablecoins are bad.” FATF is talking about something more specific, and more annoying for everyday users. The AML rules.

Resilient Liquidity Supports Equities and Crypto Despite Geopolitical Risks

The current cross-asset dynamic reflects resilient risk appetite, with the tech-led Nasdaq the Nasdaq’s earlier ~1.3% rebound this week as strong economic data and corporate earnings continue to outweigh near-term geopolitical concerns tied to the Iran conflict and potential 15% global tariffs.

Meanwhile, rising U.S. Treasury yields, with the 10-year hovering near 4.09%, signal market expectations that inflation could remain persistent or even reaccelerate due to elevated energy prices and tariff pressures.

Despite this, equity momentum remains intact and Bitcoin’s recent rally above $73,000, its highest level since early February, highlights crypto’s growing role as a hedge against fiat debasement and policy uncertainty.

Liquidity conditions remain broadly supportive across equities, commodities, and digital assets.

Central bank caution, continued deficit spending, and potential disruptions in the Persian Gulf are keeping real yields contained while directing capital toward growth sectors and scarce assets.

Looking ahead, the durability of this rebound will depend largely on de-escalation in the Middle East and greater clarity around tariff implementation.

Absent major supply shocks, continued technological innovation and steady institutional adoption of crypto could help sustain upside momentum.

From Bitget’s perspective, this environment remains constructive for diversified exposure to high-conviction assets, supporting deeper participation and continued maturation across both traditional and digital financial markets.

Ryan Lee, Chief Analyst at Bitget


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Solv Protocol Exploit Drains $2.7M From SolvBTC Vault, Project Offers 10% Crypto Bounty

Solv Protocol said an exploit hit one of its token vaults and led to the loss of 38.05 SolvBTC, worth about $2.7 million. The Bitcoin DeFi platform said fewer than 10 users were affected. It also said it would cover the losses.

The team disclosed the Solv Protocol exploit in a post on X on Thursday. At the same time, it offered the attacker a 10% crypto bounty in exchange for returning the stolen funds. The project added that it had already taken steps to stop the same issue from happening again.

Solv Protocol BRO Vault Exploit Notice. Source: Solv Protocol on X
Solv Protocol BRO Vault Exploit Notice. Source: Solv Protocol on X

Solv also said it is investigating the smart contract exploit with Hypernative Labs, SlowMist, and CertiK. In addition, it shared an Ethereum wallet address and asked the attacker to respond onchain.

SolvBTC hack hits token vault linked to Bitcoin DeFi activity

Solv Protocol lets users deposit Bitcoin and receive SolvBTC, a token pegged to BTC. Users can then use that asset across blockchains for lending, borrowing, or staking. According to the project, it holds 24,226 Bitcoin, worth more than $1.7 billion.

The team did not confirm the exact cause of the token vault exploit in its first statement. However, two crypto security researchers said the attacker used a flaw in one of Solv’s smart contracts. That flaw allegedly let the attacker mint more tokens than the system should have allowed.

After that, the attacker swapped the freely minted tokens for a little over 38 SolvBTC. That amount was then drained from the affected vault. So, the SolvBTC hack appears to have started with excessive token minting and ended with the withdrawal of Bitcoin-pegged assets.

Smart contract exploit used repeated minting in Solv Protocol exploit

Chris Dior, co-founder of CD Security, said the attacker used the vulnerability 22 times. According to his account, the hacker repeatedly minted large amounts of a token tied to the protocol. Then the attacker swapped those tokens for more than 38 SolvBTC.

Another crypto researcher, known as Pyro, described the incident as a reentrancy attack. In simple terms, a reentrancy attack happens when a smart contract allows repeated calls before it updates balances correctly. As a result, an attacker can use that delay to move value out of the protocol.

This type of DeFi security issue has appeared in several protocols over the years. In this case, researchers said the flaw allowed repeated minting and token swaps before the contract could stop the process. That made the smart contract exploit effective enough to drain the vault.

Crypto bounty follows Solv Protocol exploit as investigation continues

After the attack, Solv Protocol offered the hacker a 10% crypto bounty. The project said the offer was meant to recover the remaining funds. This kind of bounty has become common after some DeFi security incidents.

At the same time, Solv said it would cover the full loss of 38.05 SolvBTC for affected users. It also said fewer than 10 users were impacted. That detail suggests the token vault exploit was limited to one part of the platform.

However, the attacker had not sent any onchain message to the address shared by Solv Protocol, according to Etherscan. So, there was no visible public response from the hacker at the time of publication.

DeFi security firms join SolvBTC hack probe

The investigation now includes Hypernative Labs, SlowMist, and CertiK. These firms often track crypto attacks, review smart contracts, and trace stolen funds. Their work will likely focus on how the Solv Protocol exploit happened and whether any related contracts remain exposed.

Meanwhile, Solv said it had already added measures to prevent the same issue from happening again. Still, the project did not release technical details about the exact bug. Therefore, the full cause of the SolvBTC hack remains under review.

The main facts remain clear. The Solv Protocol exploit led to a $2.7 million loss. The attacker drained 38.05 SolvBTC. Fewer than 10 users were affected. The protocol offered a 10% crypto bounty, and the DeFi security investigation is still ongoing.


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Tatevik Avetisyan
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Editor at Kriptoworld
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Tatevik Avetisyan is an editor at Kriptoworld who covers emerging crypto trends, blockchain innovation, and altcoin developments. She is passionate about breaking down complex stories for a global audience and making digital finance more accessible.

📅 Published: March 6, 2026 • 🕓 Last updated: March 6, 2026

Justin Sun SEC Case Ends With $10 Million Rainberry Settlement

The Justin Sun SEC case ended after Rainberry agreed to pay $10 million to the US Securities and Exchange Commission. The regulator then moved to dismiss claims against Justin Sun, the Tron Foundation, and the BitTorrent Foundation. The case began in March 2023.

The SEC said the defendants did not admit or deny the allegations. The SEC crypto lawsuit accused Sun and related entities of selling TRX and BTT as unregistered securities. It also accused them of wash trading involving TRX.

The case later drew attention in Washington because of Sun’s investment in World Liberty Financial, a crypto project linked to the Trump family.

Justin Sun SEC case centered on TRX and BTT

The SEC sued Justin Sun, Rainberry, the Tron Foundation, and the BitTorrent Foundation in March 2023. It said they sold TRX and BTT in violation of US securities law.

The regulator also alleged wash trading in TRX. According to the complaint, the trading activity created a false picture of demand.

In addition, the SEC said celebrities promoted TRX and BTT without disclosing payment. The names listed included Akon, Lindsay Lohan, and Jake Paul.

Sun denied the allegations. He argued the SEC was applying US law to what he called “predominantly foreign conduct.”

Under the Rainberry settlement, the company will pay $10 million. In return, the SEC will drop the remaining claims in the Justin Sun SEC case.

Rainberry settlement closes SEC crypto lawsuit after three years

The Rainberry settlement ends the case without a court ruling on the allegations. The SEC’s filing said the defendants did not admit or deny wrongdoing.

After the filing, Sun posted on X that “today’s resolution brings closure.” He also said he looked forward to “working with the SEC to develop guidance and regulations for crypto going forward.”

Justin Sun SEC Case Dismissal Post. Source: X
Justin Sun SEC Case Dismissal Post. Source: X

The settlement follows broader changes in crypto enforcement. Under the Trump administration, the SEC has dropped or settled several cases that began under former chair Gary Gensler, including actions involving Kraken and Coinbase.

Justin Sun settlement drew scrutiny over Trump-linked crypto investment

In November 2024, Sun bought $30 million worth of tokens tied to World Liberty Financial. In January 2025, he increased that investment to $75 million.

In February 2025, Sun and the SEC asked the court to pause the case for settlement talks. That pause led to the current Justin Sun settlement.

Last month, House Democrats Maxine Waters, Brad Sherman, and Sean Casten said leaving the case unresolved could “undermine investors’ confidence” in the SEC. They also raised concerns about a possible “pay-to-play scheme.”

With the $10 million payment from Rainberry, the SEC crypto lawsuit against Justin Sun is now closed.


Disclosure:This article does not contain investment advice or recommendations. Every investment and trading move involves risk, and readers should conduct their own research when making a decision.

Kriptoworld.com accepts no liability for any errors in the articles or for any financial loss resulting from incorrect information.

Tatevik Avetisyan
Tatevik Avetisyan
Editor at Kriptoworld
LinkedIn | X (Twitter)

Tatevik Avetisyan is an editor at Kriptoworld who covers emerging crypto trends, blockchain innovation, and altcoin developments. She is passionate about breaking down complex stories for a global audience and making digital finance more accessible.

📅 Published: March 6, 2026 • 🕓 Last updated: March 6, 2026

Security and compliance arms race is reshaping crypto

Crypto used to sell a simple promise: open access and fast innovation. Now it sells something else: trust infrastructure.

RWA “perpification” meets regulated tokenized stocks

Tokenized stocks are taking shape from two directions at once. One side is pure DeFi, turning real-world assets into perpetual futures-style instruments, called “perpification” by crypto media outlets, so they trade like liquid crypto markets.

Stablecoin payments go mainstream: cards, fintech, and AI agent distribution

Stablecoins started as a trader’s tool, a way to park value between volatile moves. A bridge asset on exchanges. A crypto-native dollar substitute. They’re much more than that now.

Stablecoins are becoming monetary policy infrastructure, not “crypto products”

Stablecoins used to be framed as a crypto convenience, a faster way to move dollars between exchanges.