JH Kim

Pro-cryptocurrency U.S. Senator Cynthia Lummis stated on the 4th (local time) via X (formerly Twitter) that "the IRS's DeFi broker regulations fundamentally misunderstand how decentralized technology works." She emphasized that "these coercive federal regulations will drive American cryptocurrency entrepreneurs overseas."

According to Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terrett on the 4th (local time), White House virtual asset (cryptocurrency) czar David Sacks announced his support for the withdrawal of the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) DeFi broker regulations, which are scheduled to be deliberated in the Senate. Previously, foreign media reported that a vote to repeal the IRS regulations, which primarily require strict information disclosure from DeFi projects, is scheduled to take place in the Senate this week. 

The three major U.S. stock market indices are showing a downward trend. As of 00:03 on the 5th, the Nasdaq Composite Index is trading at 18,058.60 points, down 1.59% from the previous day. The Dow Jones Index is down 1.44% at 42,568.40 points, and the S&P 500 Index is recording 5,759.45 points, down 1.55%.

The three major U.S. stock market indices closed lower. The Nasdaq Composite Index recorded 18,350.19 points, down 2.64% from the previous session on the 4th. The Dow Jones Index closed at 43,059.61 points, down 1.78%, and the S&P 500 Index finished trading at 5,833.13 points, down 2.04%.

According to The Block, a cryptocurrency-focused media outlet, on the 3rd (local time), six individuals, including a former Trump aide, have joined the policy committee of cryptocurrency investment firm Paradigm. The policy committee includes Robert C. O'Brien, who served as National Security Advisor during Trump's first administration, CNN anchor Van Jones, and Democratic advisor Jen Brown, among others.

According to the Washington Post on the 3rd (local time), U.S. President Donald Trump stated that "25% tariffs on imports from Mexico and Canada will take effect from the 4th (local time)." President Trump also responded "No" when asked if the mineral agreement with Ukraine had been terminated.

According to cryptocurrency media Coindesk on the 3rd (local time), Tammy Weinrib, former Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) of Binance US, has joined cryptocurrency custody firm Copper. She has been appointed as Chief Compliance Officer (CCO) for the Americas and Bank Secrecy Act (BSA) Officer at Copper, and will lead the licensed business in the US market. This is part of Copper's expansion strategy in the US market. Previously, Tammy Weinrib also served as Chief Compliance Officer at Gemini.

According to cryptocurrency specialized media Watcher Guru on the 3rd (local time), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has decided to provide a $50,000 support fund to employees who resign or retire by April 4 (local time).

According to Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terrett on the 3rd (local time), US House Representatives Tom Emmer and Ritchie Torres have proposed launching a congressional virtual asset (cryptocurrency) council to advance cryptocurrency legislation. This is a bipartisan initiative, intended to form a cross-party alliance to push forward legislation such as the stablecoin bill currently being processed in the House. This council is separate from the Congressional Blockchain Caucus, which was launched in 2017.

According to the Wall Street Journal on the 3rd (local time), the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) announced that it is withdrawing its lawsuit against Kraken. Previously, the SEC had filed a lawsuit against Kraken for allegedly operating unregistered securities, and the court had ruled that the SEC appropriately argued that virtual assets (cryptocurrencies) traded on Kraken could be considered securities. Kraken had applied for an interlocutory appeal against this, but the court dismissed it.

The three major U.S. stock market indices are showing mixed trends. As of 00:14, the Nasdaq Composite Index is trading at 18,718.57 points, down 0.68%% from the previous session. The Dow Jones Index is up 0.06%% at 43,868.90 points, while the S&P 500 Index is recording 5,935.63 points, down 0.32%%. 

The three major U.S. stock market indices closed with an upward trend. The Nasdaq Composite Index recorded 18,847.28 points on the 1st, up 1.63% from the previous day. The Dow Jones Index closed at 43,864.27 points, up 1.44%, and the S&P 500 Index finished trading at 5,953.38 points, up 1.56%.

Former US President Donald Trump stated on the 28th (local time) via Truth Social that "I had a meaningful meeting with Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky at the White House" and added that "Zelensky doesn't seem ready to achieve peace yet." He continued, "This is because Zelensky thinks US involvement gives him a big advantage in negotiations," adding, "I want peace, not advantage. Zelensky disrespected the United States." He also added, "But when he's ready to pursue peace, he can come back." Previously, there were reports that Trump and Zelensky had a heated exchange during their White House meeting.

According to Fox Business reporter Eleanor Terrett on the 28th (local time), the US Senate Banking Committee is scheduled to vote on the stablecoin bill (GENIUS Act) on March 10 (local time). The bill includes provisions to establish a clear definition and regulatory framework for stablecoins in the United States.

According to CNN on the 28th (local time), Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky, who is currently in White House talks with US President Donald Trump, stated that "Putin started the war and must pay the price for it" and added that "mineral agreement documents alone are not enough." President Trump responded, "It's time to end the conflict now. Russia wants to end the war. The United States has already begun to establish agreements with Russia," adding, "I am neutral and support both Ukraine and Russia. I hope this issue will be resolved."