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Crypto.com Reverses 2021 Token Burn, Re-Mints 70B CRO

Crypto.com has ignited controversy within its community after proposing to re-mint 70 billion CRO tokens. This decision marks the reversal of a 2021 token burn intended to reduce the circulating supply permanently.
The move, which passed at the last minute with a decisive vote, has left many CRO holders feeling betrayed.
The outcome remained uncertain for most of the proposal’s voting period, which ran from March 2 to March 16. While the “yes” votes narrowly led, the proposal did not pass the 33.4% quorum of eligible votes.
That changed on Sunday at 14:00 UTC when a sudden influx of 3.35 billion CRO tokens tipped the balance. This secured the necessary quorum and significantly boosted the “yes” votes. Notably, voter turnout was 70.58%, exceeding the required threshold. The final tally was 62.18% in favor, 17.61% against, and 20.11% abstaining.

To put it in perspective, only 11.86% of validators voted “yes,” with only two of its validators (Starship and Falcon Heavy) supporting the proposal initially.
By the end of the vote, three more Crypto.com-controlled validators, Electron, Antares, and Minotaur IV, joined them. Meanwhile, two independent validators, Cosmostation and Polkachu.com, also backed the proposal.
Notwithstanding, their votes had minimal impact on the outcome as Crypto.com controls between 70-80% of the total voting power. This means the company tipped the scales through its dominance over the network.
Community members were quick to express frustration, accusing Crypto.com of manipulating the process. Based on the claims, it appears the Crypto.com exchange leveraged its significant control over the network’s validators. One large token holder voiced their disappointment on Telegram.
“They [Crypto.com] pushed their votes almost at the last minute. And now they created a precedent that other projects could follow,” Unchained reported, citing a community member on Telegram.
With the vote secured, Crypto.com is set to upgrade the Cronos blockchain, re-minting 70 billion CRO tokens. The newly minted supply will vest over five years and serve various purposes, including the potential creation of a CRO ETF (exchange-traded fund).
Notably, the original 70 billion CRO burned in 2021 will remain out of circulation. Nevertheless, the timing and nature of this decision have fueled skepticism within the community, especially given Crypto.com’s prior assurances that the 2021 burn was final.
A day after the controversial re-minting passed, Crypto.com introduced another proposal to burn 50 million CRO tokens. This constitutes about 0.07% of the freshly minted supply and has been met with widespread derision.
“It is a spit in all CRO holders’ faces. I mean, how dare you re-mint 70 billion tokens and on the same day start a proposal for burning 50 million tokens,” crypto journalist Laura Shin revealed, citing one validator who opposed the re-minting proposal on Telegram.
The comment reflects the general sentiment among the Crypto.com community. Many feel that this irreparably damaged their trust in the platform.
Amidst an outraged community and eroded trust in Crypto.com, the fallout from this decision could have long-term repercussions for the company and the broader Cronos ecosystem. Meanwhile, voting on the latest burn proposal continues.

Amidst this backlash, Cronos’ CRO price is down by almost 5%. BeInCrypto data shows CRO was trading for $0.08 as of this writing.
Crypto.com did not immediately respond to BeInCrypto’s request for comment.
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Analyst Reveals Next Major Support

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Crypto analyst MadWhale has raised the possibility of the XRP price experiencing a breakdown below the crucial $2 support level. The analyst also revealed the next major support if XRP drops below this support level.
XRP Price Could Drop To $1.90 If It Loses $2 Support
In a TradingView post, MadWhale predicted that the XRP price could drop to the major support at $1.90 if it loses the psychological $2 level. He noted that XRP has demonstrated a classic triple-top formation, with each successive peak showing weaker momentum. In line with this, the analyst asserted that a break below the 42 threshold appears imminent as XRP nears a formidable resistance zone.
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MadWhale further stated that the downward move is expected to extend to at least $1.9, representing an 18% decline. The analyst added that such a price decline aligns with the primary target and a key daily support level. Crypto analyst Ali Martinez had also suggested that XRP could drop to as low as $1.2 if it loses the $2 support.

The analyst revealed that the XRP price was forming a head-and-shoulders pattern on the weekly chart, which puts the $2 support level in the spotlight. His accompanying chart showed that the crypto could drop to $1.2 if it breaks below $2. However, despite this bearish outlook, other crypto analysts, such as Egrag Crypto, have highlighted some positive aspects of the XRP price.
Egrag Crypto stated that the XRP price’s dominance was showing tremendous strength and predicted that if it successfully closed above Fib 0.5, it could soon rally to the Fib 0.888 level. Crypto analyst Dark Defender predicted that XRP could rally to a new all-time high (ATH) if it continues to hold the crucial support levels at $2.04 and $2.22.
The Altcoin Still In Waiting Mode
Crypto analyst CasiTrades stated that the XRP price is holding strong but is still in waiting mode. She added that the bullish structure remains intact, with the altcoin holding above $2.26, which is the key .382 retracement support. The analyst noted that XRP’s price has spent some time flipping the consolidation to support, indicating that markets are setting up for the next move.
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The crypto analyst revealed the $2.70 and $3.05 resistance levels and $2.25 support level as the key levels to watch. She remarked that the XRP price needs to flip $2.70 and $3.05 to become support for the confirmation of the next wave up. Meanwhile, CasiTrades suggested that XRP risks dropping to as low as $1.54 if it loses the lower support support at $1.90.
The crypto analyst also mentioned that the price needs to break above $3.40, its current ATH, to confirm a new trend. Until then, the wait for signs of confirmation continues, which she claimed may not be obvious until wave 3 in the market cycle. CasiTrades asserted that key Fib levels have been breached, and the market is on the edge of a breakout.
At the time of writing, the XRP price is trading at around $2.29, down over 2% in the last 24 hours, according to data from CoinMarketCap.
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Bubblemaps (BMT) Surges 100% After Binance Listing and Airdrop

Binance is listing Bubblemaps (BMT), causing a 100% rally for the newly launched altcoin. The exchange also put BMT in its HODLer Airdrops program, further driving engagement and market interest.
BMT will provide key benefits to Bubblemaps, powering its analysis platform and allowing increased community participation in its research and investigations.
Binance to List and Airdrop Bubblemaps (BMT)
Bubblemaps, a renowned blockchain analytics platform, has been building its BMT token for months now. In January, it announced an upcoming token launch, and Binance hosted the TGE on PancakeSwap one week ago.
Now, Binance is listing BMT and adding it to the HODLer Airdrops program.
“Binance is excited to announce the 12th project on the HODLer Airdrops page – Bubblemaps (BMT). Users who subscribed their BNB to Simple Earn (Flexible and/or Locked) and/or On-Chain Yields products… will get the airdrops distribution. Binance will then list BMT at 2025-03-18 15:00 (UTC) and open trading,” the firm claimed in an announcement.
As the world’s largest crypto exchange, Binance listing always tends to boost token valuations. The exchange has also recently announced a new listing process based on community votes and interest.
At the time of writing, BMT price is up nearly 100% today, and its daily trading volume has surged 230%. Current market sentiment suggests significant hype and speculative around the new token.

Bubblemap’s data analytics tools have been instrumental in investigating crypto crimes, and it’s opening these to community participation. BMT holders will be able to submit cases and vote on on-chain research priorities through the new IntelDesk feature, helping decide new goals.
Meanwhile, BMT is the 12th asset to be in Binance’s HODLer Airdrops program. This program rewards BNB holders by periodically distributing free tokens from new projects.
This is mutually beneficial for both parties; Binance can reward its loyal users, and the exposure gives these new projects a real notoriety boost.
Ultimately, Bubblemaps’ token getting listed on Binance seems like a win for everybody. Sophisticated crypto investigations can be a thankless business, and BMT’s success directly subsidizes the platform’s work.
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StilachiRAT Malware Targeting Digital Wallets

Microsoft’s incident response team has discovered a new remote access trojan (RAT) called StilachiRAT that poses a serious threat to cryptocurrency users.
StilachiRAT can collect system information, steal login credentials, and extract data from digital wallets. Although it has not yet spread widely, its potential impact worries the crypto community.
How Does StilachiRAT Threaten Crypto Investors?
StilachiRAT is more than just another malware—it represents an evolution in cyber threats targeting digital assets.
Microsoft reported on March 17 that once StilachiRAT infiltrates a system, it begins reconnaissance. It gathers details about the operating system, hardware identifiers, camera presence, and active Remote Desktop Protocol (RDP) sessions. Then, it focuses on stealing credentials stored in Chrome and data from the clipboard, where users often copy passwords or wallet keys.
This trojan specifically targets 20 cryptocurrency wallet extensions on Google Chrome. Some well-known wallets at risk include Metamask, Trust Wallet, Coinbase Wallet, TronLink, TokenPocket, BNB Chain Wallet, OKX Wallet, Sui Wallet, and Phantom.
“StilachiRAT targets a list of specific cryptocurrency wallet extensions for the Google Chrome browser. It accesses the settings in the following registry key and validates if any of the extensions are installed,” Microsoft warned.
Microsoft’s report highlights StilachiRAT’s advanced anti-forensic capabilities. It can delete event logs and assess system conditions to avoid detection.
To mitigate the threat, Microsoft advises users to download software only from official sources and avoid suspicious websites or attachments. Enabling real-time protection in Microsoft Defender and using browsers with SmartScreen can help block malicious sites.
Additionally, Microsoft recommends enabling multi-factor authentication (MFA) and regularly updating software to minimize risks.
“In some cases, remote access trojans (RATs) can masquerade as legitimate software or software updates. Always download software from the official website of the software developer or from reputable sources,” Microsoft advises.
According to Chainalysis’ 2025 Crypto Crime Trends report, illicit cryptocurrency transactions range from $40 billion to $50 billion annually. These funds are stolen through various methods, including ransomware and malware attacks.

Chainalysis estimates that the volume of illicit crypto transactions in 2024 could exceed $51 billion, with an average annual increase of 25% between reporting periods.
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