<h2>New Enforcement Unit Signals Major Regulatory Shift</h2>The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has overhauled its approach to cryptocurrency enforcement with the launch of the&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sec.gov/newsroom/press-releases/2025-42">Cyber and Emerging Technologies Unit</a>, a newly structured division aimed at tackling financial crimes in the digital asset space. This move comes as the agency recalibrates its stance under the Trump administration, shifting from an aggressive enforcement model toward a more innovation-friendly regulatory approach.The new unit, which replaces the Crypto Assets and Cyber Unit, is composed of roughly 30 fraud specialists and legal experts drawn from various SEC divisions. It will be led by Laura D’Allaird, known for her pivotal role in the SEC’s case against Kik Interactive in 2020, where the company was found guilty of violating federal securities laws through the sale of its Kin tokens.&nbsp;Under her leadership, the unit will focus on cracking down on crypto scams, AI-related fraud, and cyber financial crimes. Additionally, it will investigate insider trading cases involving hackers who obtain material nonpublic information, as well as fraudulent investment schemes proliferating on social media and the dark web.This restructuring follows an aggressive period of enforcement under former SEC Chair Gary Gensler, who classified most digital assets as securities. In 2023 alone, the SEC pursued 33 enforcement actions against crypto firms, securing $8.2 billion in penalties, with Terraform Labs and Do Kwon responsible for over half of that amount.&nbsp;However, the SEC’s approach is now evolving under Acting Chairman Mark T. Uyeda, who has emphasized the importance of balancing investor protection with market efficiency. SEC Commissioner Hester Peirce, an outspoken crypto advocate, has called for regulatory clarity, criticizing past policies as creating unnecessary barriers to innovation.<div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;">&nbsp;</div><h2>Coinbase Legal Triumph Sparks Market Rally</h2><a href="https://coin360.com/review/coinbase">Coinbase</a> has secured a major legal victory against the SEC after reaching an&nbsp;<a href="https://www.coinbase.com/en-gb/blog/righting-a-major-wrong">agreement</a> with agency staff to dismiss an enforcement case aimed at forcing the exchange to delist certain crypto assets.&nbsp;The pending settlement, which awaits final approval from the SEC Commission, will result in a full dismissal of charges without fines or mandated changes to Coinbase’s business model. CEO Brian Armstrong&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/brian_armstrong/status/1892922696536555614">framed</a> the case as a battle for regulatory clarity, asserting that the outcome establishes a crucial precedent for the industry.Armstrong attributed the shifting regulatory landscape to the Trump administration’s policies and the departure of former SEC Chair Gary Gensler, whom he accused of orchestrating an overreaching crackdown on crypto alongside Senator Elizabeth Warren. The case’s resolution represents a turning point in regulatory oversight, with Armstrong arguing that the industry now has a clearer path forward without fear of arbitrary enforcement actions.The impact of Coinbase’s legal win was immediate, triggering a record-breaking surge in&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/bitcoin-btc">Bitcoin</a>’s price to $99,000 before slumping following the Bybit hack news. The rally was driven by renewed investor confidence, as the case’s dismissal reinforced expectations of a less hostile regulatory environment for crypto firms.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img alt="chart (2)_11zon.jpg" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/chart_2_11zon_6034b40f73.jpg"></figure>While the ruling does not eliminate all regulatory uncertainty, it signals the SEC’s waning influence over digital asset classification and could prompt lawmakers to push for comprehensive legislation rather than continued reliance on securities laws to govern the sector.<div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;">&nbsp;</div><h2>SEC Approves First Yield-Bearing Stablecoin in a Landmark Decision</h2>The SEC has&nbsp;<a href="https://www.sec.gov/Archives/edgar/data/1974395/999999999525000488/xslEFFECTX01/primary_doc.xml">approved</a> Figure Markets’ application for a yield-bearing stablecoin (YLDS), marking a significant shift in regulatory attitudes toward the stablecoin sector. YLDS, a USD-pegged stablecoin, offers a 3.85% annual yield to holders and is officially registered as a security with the SEC. This move represents a departure from past regulatory uncertainty surrounding&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/stablecoin">stablecoins</a> and could set the stage for further institutional adoption.Figure Markets CEO Mike Cagney highlighted the stablecoin’s potential to disrupt traditional banking, questioning the necessity of financial intermediaries when stablecoin holders can self-custody assets while earning interest. The approval has also intensified competition in the sector, with&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/tether-usdt">Tether</a> co-founder Reeve Collins preparing to launch a rival yield-bearing stablecoin under Pi Protocol later this year.Regulatory frameworks for stablecoins have lagged in the U.S. compared to jurisdictions like the European Union, Hong Kong, and Singapore, where comprehensive guidelines are already in place.&nbsp;Lawmakers have been pushing for clearer regulations, with Republican legislators French Hill and Bryan Steil introducing the STABLE Act in early February to establish guardrails for the stablecoin market. However, former CFTC Chair Timothy Massad has expressed concerns that the legislation may not sufficiently address systemic risks posed by dominant stablecoin issuers.The SEC’s approval of YLDS signals an evolution in regulatory oversight, recognizing stablecoins as a legitimate financial instrument rather than an unregulated asset class. This decision could pave the way for more stablecoin issuers to seek formal regulatory approval, accelerating the development of a structured and legally compliant stablecoin ecosystem.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

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SEC Crypto Shift: New Crypto Unit, Coinbase Wins Case, and Yield-Bearing Stablecoin Approval

<h2>Early Hype Turns to Disappointment as Pi Coin Crashes</h2><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/pi-network-pi">Pi Network</a>’s long-awaited&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/mainnet">Mainnet</a> launch on February 20, 2025, was expected to mark a new era for the ecosystem, but the transition to an open network quickly turned chaotic. As&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/pi-network-pi">PI</a> tokens became tradable on centralized exchanges, the market reaction was anything but optimistic. Within hours, Pi Coin suffered a staggering 65% price drop, leaving early adopters in shock.&nbsp;Analysts pointed to low trading volumes and the absence of institutional support as key factors behind the collapse, with most transactions involving no more than a few hundred PI tokens at a time.&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/blockchain">Blockchain</a> expert Kim Wong&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Time_and_Trade/status/1892603354095726611">highlighted</a> the weak liquidity, noting that the highest recorded trade size barely surpassed 1,000 tokens per transaction.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img alt="tweet-1892603354095726611_11zon.jpg" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/tweet_1892603354095726611_11zon_08bedb692c.jpg"></figure>The sluggish demand underscored broader concerns about Pi Network’s sustainability, fueling skepticism among investors who had hoped for a bullish post-launch performance. Instead, the coin opened at a much lower-than-expected price, shattering the expectations of those who had mined PI for years in anticipation of a profitable debut.The initial trading frenzy saw Pi Coin surge to a peak of $2, but a wave of sell orders quickly reversed its gains. By the end of February 21, the token had plummeted to $0.66, a staggering 67% drop from its highest valuation on launch day, before slightly recovering to $0.76 at the time of writing. Long-term holders, many of whom had spent years accumulating PI through mining, rushed to cash out amid fears of further depreciation.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img alt="chart (1)_11zon.jpg" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/chart_1_11zon_12a04957f7.jpg"></figure>Pi Network’s ongoing liquidity issues further dampened any prospects of a swift recovery, as large investors remained hesitant to enter a market that lacked stability. While Pi Network has consistently touted a user base exceeding 60 million, on-chain data by&nbsp;<a href="https://explorepi.info/en/explorer">ExplorePi</a> suggests that only 10.7 million users are actively engaging with the ecosystem.&nbsp;The disparity between claimed adoption and real engagement has raised concerns that the project’s success may be overstated. Many early pioneers expressed frustration with the listing price, arguing that their years of mining efforts had yielded minimal financial returns. Dr. Picoin, a well-known Pi advocate, voiced his discontent,&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Dr_Picoin/status/1892560823773544797">questioning</a> why longtime supporters were left with undervalued holdings while new users were able to accumulate large amounts at a fraction of the expected price.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img alt="tweet-1892560823773544797_11zon.jpg" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/tweet_1892560823773544797_11zon_334e690a48.jpg"></figure>The dissatisfaction deepened as&nbsp;<a href="https://www.binance.com/en-IN/square/post/20600276266961">accusations</a> surfaced that Pi Network’s developers had reserved an outsized share of tokens for themselves, drawing criticism for what some described as an unfair distribution model.Pi Coin’s listing on&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/review/okx">OKX</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/bitget-token-bgb">Bitget</a>,&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/review/mexc">MEXC</a>, and&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/review/gate-io">Gate.io</a> provided some trading avenues, but controversy quickly followed.&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/review/binance">Binance</a> conducted a&nbsp;<a href="https://www.binance.com/en/square/post/20434899280394">community vote</a> on whether to list Pi, with 85% of respondents currently supporting the move.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img alt="binance vote.png" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/binance_vote_841a53535e.png"></figure>However,&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/review/bybit">Bybit</a> CEO Ben Zhou took a strong stance against the project, labeling Pi Network a scam and vowing that Bybit would never support its listing. Zhou referenced prior warnings from Chinese authorities in 2023, which had flagged Pi Network as a potential threat to vulnerable investors, particularly the elderly.&nbsp;The exchange dismissed rumors that it had been rejected for a Pi listing due to Know-Your-Business (KYB) failures, insisting that it had never made such a request. Zhou went further, publicly challenging Pi Network’s transparency and urging the project’s developers to directly address allegations of fraud.&nbsp;<div class="raw-html-embed"><blockquote class="twitter-tweet">1. Here is a official police warning of <a href="https://twitter.com/search?q=%24Pi&amp;src=ctag&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">$Pi</a> from Chinese police back in 2023 warning to the public that it’s a scam targeted towards elderly folks <a href="https://t.co/LaGJqXSOXR">https://t.co/LaGJqXSOXR</a> which leaks their personal data and loss of their pension. There are multiple other reports out there… <a href="https://t.co/gkEu2wZwfo">https://t.co/gkEu2wZwfo</a>— Ben Zhou (@benbybit) <a href="https://twitter.com/benbybit/status/1892608824869327026?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">February 20, 2025</a></blockquote> <script async="" src="https://platform.twitter.com/widgets.js" charset="utf-8"></script></div>His remarks on X (formerly Twitter) added to the growing skepticism, as he accused Pi Network of dodging accountability while spreading misleading claims about exchange listings. The backlash from Bybit’s leadership added another layer of reputational damage to a project already facing intense scrutiny.The Mainnet launch also triggered a surge in fraudulent Pi-branded tokens, flooding decentralized exchanges with illegitimate assets. The Pi Core Team issued an urgent warning on February 20,&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/picoreteam/status/1892691682426052796">cautioning</a> users against engaging with unauthorized Pi trading pairs on DEXs. The team reaffirmed that only OKX, Bitget, Gate.io, and Pionex were legitimate trading venues for Pi Coin.&nbsp;Despite the warnings, a&nbsp;<a href="https://pump.fun/coin/GL8DFZXKhfmoKf3gAQhv5wAkzKFYSBMYgz9wfT5wpump">fake Pi-themed</a> meme token launched on Pump.fun saw its&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/market-capitalization">market cap</a> implode from $5 million to a mere $112,142, illustrating the risks posed by unofficial projects. In response, Pi Network reiterated its stance, advising users to steer clear of any decentralized trading activity, warning that those who ignored the advisory risked falling victim to scams and financial losses.&nbsp;While the project’s ecosystem continues to expand, questions linger about the long-term viability of Pi Network’s ambitions. The transition to an open network aims to enable interactions with external blockchains, but skepticism persists over whether the network is delivering real economic value beyond speculation and trading.&nbsp;According to the Pi Core Team,&nbsp;<a href="https://minepi.com/blog/open-network-launch-date/">over 19 million</a> pioneers have successfully completed KYC, exceeding the 15 million target set in December 2023. More than 10.14 million users have migrated to the Mainnet, and the ecosystem now hosts over 100&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/decentralised-application">decentralized applications</a> (dApps). These milestones suggest that Pi Network is making strides in adoption, but critics argue that true financial utility remains elusive.&nbsp;The network’s future hinges on several key factors, including improving liquidity, addressing regulatory scrutiny, and enhancing transparency regarding token distribution. Market analysts believe that securing listings on major exchanges like Binance or&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/review/coinbase">Coinbase</a> could restore confidence, but without clear resolutions to its existing challenges, Pi Coin risks further depreciation and loss of investor trust.&nbsp;The fallout from the Mainnet launch has left Pi Network at a crossroads, with its next steps likely to determine whether it can recover from its rocky debut or fade further into uncertainty.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

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Pi Network’s Mainnet Launch Triggers Market Chaos and Investor Backlash

<h2>Massive Security Breach at Bybit Raises Alarm Across Crypto Industry</h2><a href="https://coin360.com/review/bybit">Bybit</a>, one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchanges, has been hacked for more than $1.4 billion in liquid-staked&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/ethereum-eth">Ether</a> (<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/lido-steth-steth">stETH</a>), MegaETH (mETH), and various ERC-20 tokens. The massive exploit was first&nbsp;<a href="https://t.me/investigations/211">spotted</a> by onchain security analyst ZachXBT, who identified suspicious outflows from the exchange shortly after the attack occurred.&nbsp;He reported that a source confirmed to him that it was a “security incident” and later revealed that the stolen&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/ethereum-eth">ETH</a> was being split across 39 different addresses, an apparent attempt by the attacker to obfuscate the funds’ movement and evade detection.<figure class="image"><img src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/m_ETH_and_st_ETH_being_swapped_on_DE_Xs_for_ETH_f1dbe2aacd.jpg" alt="mETH &amp; stETH being swapped on DEXs for ETH.jpg"><figcaption>mETH &amp; stETH being swapped on DEXs for ETH. Source: ZachXBT</figcaption></figure>More than $1.4 billion in&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/ethereum-eth">Ethereum</a> (ETH) and liquid staking derivatives were drained from Bybit’s hot&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/crypto-wallets">wallet</a> on Friday, with a substantial portion of the stolen assets quickly offloaded through decentralized exchanges. On-chain intelligence firm&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/arkham-arkm">Arkham</a> also&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/arkham/status/1892961406841983221">flagged</a> significant ETH and stETH outflows from the platform, corroborating the scale of the breach.&nbsp;Following the incident, ZachXBT urged users to&nbsp;<a href="https://t.me/investigations/217">blacklist addresses</a> linked to the hacker, warning that the attacker was actively attempting to launder the stolen funds.Bybit’s co-founder and CEO, Ben Zhou,&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/benbybit/status/1892963530422505586">confirmed</a> the security breach and disclosed that the exploit stemmed from unauthorized activity involving one of the exchange’s ETH cold wallets. The exchange explained that the attack was executed when its ETH multisignature cold wallet initiated a transfer to a warm wallet.&nbsp;However, the transaction had been manipulated through a sophisticated attack that altered the underlying&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/smart-contracts">smart contract</a> logic while displaying a legitimate&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/address">address</a> in the signing interface. This allowed the attacker to gain control of the affected cold wallet and siphon its holdings into an unidentified address.<figure class="image"><img src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/ben_zhou_tweet_e9dff8128e.webp" alt="ben zhou tweet.webp"></figure>Zhou revealed that the exploit had been carefully designed to appear as a routine transaction, with malicious source code embedded to alter the wallet’s smart contract mechanics.&nbsp;Despite the severity of the breach, he assured customers that all other cold wallets remained secure, and withdrawals were functioning normally. “Bybit is solvent even if this hack loss is not recovered, all of the client’s assets are 1-to-1 backed — we can cover the loss,” Zhou&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/benbybit/status/1892969284587966869">stated</a>, emphasizing that customer funds remained unaffected.<figure class="image"><img src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/Screenshot_1_20c8649f7e.png" alt="Screenshot_1.png"></figure>The exchange later&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/Bybit_Official/status/1892965292931702929">reaffirmed</a> that its cold wallets were fully secure and that operations remained unaffected. However, the magnitude of the hack sent shockwaves through the crypto market, triggering a sell-off in Ethereum. The price of ETH fell more than 3% following confirmation of the breach before starting to stabilize, adding to broader concerns over security vulnerabilities in the industry.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img alt="chart_11zon.jpg" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/chart_11zon_6dc7e794a9.jpg"></figure>The attack adds to a growing list of major exchange breaches that have rocked the crypto space in 2024 and early 2025, underscoring persistent threats despite increasing security measures across platforms.In February 2025, the crypto industry faced a surge in hacks and scams, impacting multiple platforms. Notably, ZkLend, a&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/starknet-token-strk">Starknet</a> money-market protocol, was&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/news/zkLend-hack-railgun-fail">exploited</a> on February 14, losing $9.5 million. Cybersecurity firm Cyvers revealed that the stolen funds were funneled through Ethereum and&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/railgun-rail">Railgun</a>, but the latter returned the assets.&nbsp;Additionally, on February 5,&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/jupiter-space-station-jup">Jupiter</a>, a&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/solana-sol">Solana</a>-based&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/Decentralized-Crypto-Exchange-dex">DEX</a>, and former Malaysian Prime Minister Mahathir Mohamad experienced social media exploits promoting fake memecoins. Eliza Labs founder Shaw Walters reported a hack of his X account, despite using two-factor authentication, which also disseminated scam links.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

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Bybit Suffers $1.4 Billion Crypto Hack in One of the Largest Recent Breaches 

<h2>Governance Shake-Up Sparks Controversy</h2><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/maker-mkr">MakerDAO</a>, now rebranded as Sky, is once again at the center of a governance dispute, with a controversial proposal drawing accusations of a potential power grab. The debate erupted after GFX Labs’ PaperImperium, a vocal critic of&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/maker-mkr">Maker</a>’s recent direction,&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/ImperiumPaper/status/1892157924404789466">raised concerns</a> about a fast-tracked governance proposal that relaxes borrowing restrictions for&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/maker-mkr">MKR</a> holders. The proposal, which critics claim “bypassed due process,” would more than double the credit line for MKR holders and increase the loan-to-value (LTV) ratio from 50% to 80%.<figure class="image"><img src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/tweet_1892157924404789466_20250221_212617_via_10015_io_11zon_8e1bf0eef1.jpg" alt="tweet_1892157924404789466_20250221_212617_via_10015_io_11zon.jpg"></figure>Adding fuel to the controversy, PaperImperium claimed that both they and GFX Labs were banned from Maker’s governance forum amid the proposal’s discussion. This raised alarms about potential censorship within the decentralized autonomous organization (DAO).&nbsp;Beyond governance concerns, critics argue that such changes undermine Maker’s long-standing reputation for structured, legally coded decision-making. The debate has drawn significant attention from the decentralized finance (<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/decentralised-finance">DeFi</a>) community, with parallels being drawn to&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/curve-dao-token-crv">Curve Finance</a> founder Michael Egorov’s highly leveraged&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/curve-dao-token-crv">CRV</a> positions, which collapsed spectacularly last year.Supporters of the proposal argue that it was implemented as an&nbsp;<a href="https://forum.sky.money/t/out-of-schedule-executive-proposal-for-community-security-february-18-2025/26017">emergency measure</a> under an “Out-of-Schedule Executive Proposal for Community Security.” They claim it provides “greater flexibility and responsiveness to emerging threats while maintaining community oversight.”&nbsp;However, the justification for these changes appears to stem from unverified “screenshots and whistleblower reports” suggesting a possible governance attack. While the proposal acknowledges that such an attack has “very little likelihood” of success, it was enacted “out of an abundance of caution.” Despite growing calls for further explanation, the vote was pushed through before additional details could be disclosed.Further complicating the situation, Phoenix Labs’ CEO Sam MacPherson&nbsp;<a href="https://x.com/hexonaut/status/1892253800796422518">shared screenshots</a> detailing an alleged scheme to accumulate MKR voting power for a hostile takeover.&nbsp;<figure class="image"><img src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/tweet_1892253800796422518_11zon_901018fe7a.jpg" alt="tweet-1892253800796422518_11zon.jpg"></figure><a href="https://x.com/traders_insight/status/1892270766307017060">Another set</a> of screenshots surfaced showing Maker founder Rune Christensen discussing a supposed plan to “force liquidations” of MKR positions, allegedly in coordination with a “crooked mercenary capital fund” with a history of exploiting DeFi protocols. The emerging narrative suggests Christensen may be maneuvering to secure voting power by shifting his MKR collateralized loans from&nbsp;<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/aave-aave">Aave</a> and Morpho to Maker, ensuring he can wield his tokens in governance decisions.<figure class="image"><img alt="tweet_1892270766307017060_20250221_213607_via_10015_io_11zon.jpg" src="https://prod-coin360-cms.s3.eu-central-1.amazonaws.com/tweet_1892270766307017060_20250221_213607_via_10015_io_11zon_7c660253bc.jpg"></figure>The controversy underscores the persistent challenges of decentralized governance, where power struggles and rapid policy shifts can destabilize even the most established protocols. With accusations of censorship, rushed decision-making, and concerns over centralization, the latest MakerDAO governance drama raises fundamental questions about the balance between security measures and democratic governance in DeFi.This article has been refined and enhanced by ChatGPT.

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MakerDAO Faces Internal Turmoil Over Governance Proposal

Crypto assets are becoming increasingly popular, revolutionizing investment and creating new opportunities for investors. However, the crypto market remains highly volatile, deterring many people from investing. You don’t need luck to be successful in crypto investing; a good strategy and proper guidance can ensure success. This article highlights some proven tips for successfully investing in crypto assets.<h2>Use an Effective Investment Strategy</h2>A good strategy is important for success in crypto investing. Your strategy gives direction to your investment. It’ll prevent you from emotional decision-making while navigating market volatility.You can explore many popular and effective crypto investment strategies, such as value investing, micro-investing,<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/dollar-cost-averaging">&nbsp;dollar-cost averaging</a> (DCA), and<a href="https://www.investopedia.com/terms/h/hodl.asp">&nbsp;HODL investment</a>. Choose a strategy that aligns with your goals and assets to ensure success. In addition, stay flexible. Your strategy must be adaptive, allowing you to respond to changing markets and financial goals.<div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;">&nbsp;</div><h2>Understand Your Assets</h2>Understanding the assets you invest in influences your expectations and determines your investment strategy. Different crypto assets have different risk profiles and opportunities, and understanding each asset improves your chances of success.Study each asset to understand their technology, team, use case, and chances of success. Good research will help you find opportunities for promising projects and long-term potential. This will help you make more informed decisions about your investment portfolio and increase your chances of success.<div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;">&nbsp;</div><h2>Develop a Risk Management Strategy</h2>Most crypto assets, especially cryptocurrencies, are highly volatile. To successfully invest in them, you must develop a strategy for managing your risk and mitigating losses. To effectively manage risk, determine your risk tolerance level and invest only within this range. Next, set clear investment goals and specific objectives for each asset, trade, and transaction.Stay informed about your assets, review your goals, objectives, and strategies, and adjust as the market evolves. When trading, use stop-loss orders and manage your position size to effectively manage risk.<div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;">&nbsp;</div><h2>Diversify Your Asset Portfolio</h2>Diversification is an important investment strategy for all investors, but it is more important for crypto investors because of the volatile nature of the crypto market. Regardless of an asset’s history, performance, and stability, it can change anytime.While some assets are more reliable than others, it is unwise to put all your eggs in one basket.<a href="https://coin360.com/glossary/asset-class">&nbsp;Diversify your asset</a> portfolio according to your risk tolerance and spread your risk to mitigate losses and increase your chances of success.<div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;">&nbsp;</div><h2>Secure Your Investments</h2>Besides losing your crypto assets to market forces, you can also lose them to bad actors in the crypto investment. The industry’s nature encourages many bad actors to perpetrate criminal acts like theft and fraud without being identified, so you must protect yourself and your assets while investing.You can do this by choosing a reliable exchange platform for your investments. These platforms provide secure protocols and offer good assets and<a href="https://www.kraken.com/prices/bitcoin">&nbsp;Bitcoin prices</a>. In addition, use a secure crypto wallet to store your digital currencies, and do not share your private keys with anyone, not even your financial advisor. Also, use two-factor authentication to protect your wallet and exchange accounts.<div class="page-break" style="page-break-after:always;">&nbsp;</div><h2>Endnote</h2>You can easily navigate the volatile crypto market and invest successfully for good returns. Using effective investment and risk management strategies, diversifying your portfolio, understanding your assets, and securing your investment can greatly improve your chances of success.&nbsp;

5 Crypto Investing Tips for Consistent Success

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5 Proven Tips for Success in Crypto Investing

<a href="https://coin360.com/coin/bitcoin-btc" target="_blank">Bitcoin price</a> has kept the market guessing this month with its indecisive moves. Today we finally broke down toward $19,500 as soon as unemployment numbers came out lower than forecasted. Lower unemployment numbers showcase a strong economy, implying more room for FEDs to tighten monetary policy.

S&amp;P 500 is also facing selling pressure which could act as a catalyst for more downside in crypto. Today&rsquo;s close will set the tone for the weekend at least.

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<h2 id="top-altcoin-gainers-and-losers">Top altcoin gainers and losers</h2>

<h3 id="gainers">Gainers</h3>

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<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/toncoin-toncoin" target="_blank">Toncoin TON</a> (+15.67%)</li>
<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/fei-usd-fei" target="_blank">Fei USD FEI</a> (+4.48%)</li>
<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/gmt-stepn-gmt" target="_blank">Stepn GMT</a> (+4.20%)</li>
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<h3 id="losers">Losers</h3>

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<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/helium-hnt" target="_blank">Helium HNT</a> (-6.35%)</li>
<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/gensokishi-metaverse-mv" target="_blank">GensoKishi Metaverse</a> (-5.10%)</li>
<li><a href="https://coin360.com/coin/axie-infinity-axs" target="_blank">Axie Infinity AXS</a> (-3.42%)</li>
</ul>

<h2 id="btc-technical-analysis">BTC Technical Analysis</h2>

Currently trading at $19,600, Bitcoin&rsquo;s price slump today did not a print a big wick, indicating that bears are in control. Futures data also shows that the majority are on the long side of the trade, and the condition of the S&amp;P 500 and the bond market does not inspire confidence either.

In the event of more downward action bulls will need to step up and protect $19,000 as a psychological level otherwise Bitcoin might as well be on its way to testing June lows.

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<h2 id="eth-technical-analysis">ETH Technical Analysis</h2>

Previously, we highlighted $1,327 as a clear pivot point for Ethereum, and that has held up so far. However, [ETH price](https://coin360.com/coin/ethereum-eth) needs to reclaim $1,350 otherwise it is only a matter of time before we dive below this pivot point and fall out of $1,300s. In that event, the next key support level would be $1,265.

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<h2 id="coin360-daily-digest">Coin360 Daily Digest</h2>

Here&rsquo;s a rundown of the major crypto market news from today. 
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Disclaimer: None of the information here constitutes financial advice and market participants are advised to conduct their own research since cryptocurrencies are speculative assets with considerable risks.

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