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Binance’s Trading Volume Soars to Record High, Cementing Market Dominance Amidst Crypto Market Rally

In a recent surge that underscores the recovering dynamics of the cryptocurrency market, Binance, the world’s leading crypto exchange, experienced a record-breaking increase in its spot trading volume.

According to a report by CCData, a prominent cryptocurrency analytics firm, Binance’s spot trading volume escalated to a staggering $1.12 trillion in March, marking a 121% increase and reaching its zenith since May 2021.

This remarkable growth spanned over seven consecutive months, culminating in a significant uplift in March.

The same report by CCData, dated April 5, also revealed that Binance has not only seen a surge in spot trading but its market share has concurrently expanded by 1.04%, now commanding 44.1% of the market in March.

This ascendancy in the market is partially attributed to Binance’s resolution of a legal confrontation with the United States Department of Justice, which was settled with a hefty $4.3 billion.

Post-settlement, Binance’s derivatives trading volumes soared by 89.7% to $2.91 trillion, equaling the high-water mark set in May 2021.

CCData analysts pointed out that Binance achieved the most substantial growth in spot markets among all, bolstering its market dominance by an additional 2.3% compared to February.

It now accounts for 38.0% of the spot trading volumes on centralized exchanges (CEXs), marking the largest year-to-date gains.

Earlier in January, analytics firm Kaiko highlighted Binance’s burgeoning trading volume and market share, which spiked by 50% in the mere span of two months following its settlement.

Despite facing regulatory hurdles, Binance reported an addition of over 40 million users in 2023, a nearly 30% increase from the previous year, thanks to its “key services.”

The exchange’s uptick in user base and trading volumes is indicative of the enduring trust it enjoys within the crypto community.

The crypto market, in general, witnessed a significant upswing in March as the combined spot and derivatives trading volume on CEXs surged to a new all-time high of $9.12 trillion, driven by Bitcoin’s rally to new heights and speculative trading in anticipation of the Bitcoin supply halving and the success of spot Bitcoin ETFs.

This phenomenon not only reflects the bullish sentiment prevailing in the market but also underscores the critical role of centralized exchanges in the ecosystem, despite the setbacks faced by entities like FTX.

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Swaap Labs Debuts Swaap Earn To Pioneer the Next Wave of DeFi Yield Enhancement

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The new earning feature allows users to gain enhanced yields by combining natively yield-earning assets and market-making yields.

Decentralized finance protocol Swaap Labs announces the launch of its yield-generating platform, Swaap Earn, introducing earning opportunities to users on the platform. According to the team statement, the new feature aims to enhance DeFi yields and enable liquidity providers to “enjoy improved yields”. This allows LPs to maximize their earnings while mitigating risk on the platform.

Built on the success of Swaap Maker, the platform’s market-making feature, Swaap Earn utilizes a novel supercharged liquidity system that allows users to top up returns even from natively yield-bearing tokens with market-making yield.

According to David Bouba, CEO and Co-founder of Swaap Labs, the latest earning feature aims to simplify and enhance the efficiency of earning products in the DeFi space. Speaking on Swaap Earn’s launch, Bouba stated:

“The beauty of Swaap Earn lies in its simplicity and efficiency. By marrying our cutting-edge market-making strategies with passive yield generation, we’re setting a new standard for liquidity utilization in the DeFi space.”

Creating simple strategies for maximum gains

Despite the massive growth of the yield-earning sector in DeFi, users normally struggle with complex strategies and risk management issues that make most of the platforms difficult to use, especially for new DeFi users. Additionally, issues such as poor strategy design and liquidation risks persist across yield-generating DeFi protocols.

The launch of Swaap Earn aims to minimize these challenges as well as increase the overall yield opportunities for liquidity providers on its platform. First, the platform provides a single-asset pool that supports instant token deposits and requires no position management. This strategy is 100% passive, requiring no extra effort from LPs to earn additional rewards. The protocol adjusts capital allocation to whitelisted protocols to increase returns in a trust-minimized way.

Secondly, LPs can also enjoy improved yield opportunities on their yield-bearing assets by taking advantage of the optimal asset allocation. On this protocol, assets are dynamically distributed across a set of pre-defined protocols. This allows users to select their preferred protocols to match the best yields with their risk tolerance. Strategies and allocation rules can be added by governance to ensure vaults are up-to-date with the latest yield-generation opportunities.

Introducing Swaap Earn 🚀

A new protocol to supercharge your DeFi yields by topping them up with Swaap’s state-of-the-art market making capabilities.

First vaults will allow users to supercharge their lending & recursive staking strategies.

More vaults will soon follow 👇 pic.twitter.com/r6J5vAfuoO
— Swaap (@SwaapFinance) April 8, 2024

Enhancing efficiency in liquidity utilization

Apart from offering LPs high yields, Swaap Earn aims to be the simplest yield-earning protocol across the DeFi Space. The company prioritizes an easy-to-use UX/UI, making it easy for new DeFi users to start earning high yields without the complexity that DeFi platforms are associated with.

In addition, the platform also aims to solve the challenge of efficient liquidity utilization, which has hindered the growth of yield-bearing protocols. From liquidity fragmentation across the space to LPs earning lower fees due to revised fee structures by popular automated market makers (AMMs), finding suitable yields has become harder to find. The challenges affecting liquidity provision have piled up for the past half decade and Swaap Earn is targeting to solve these issues.

On the platform, deposited asset liquidity is directed to DAO-approved protocols and asset pools. The liquidity is then dynamically distributed among pre-approved options. This ensures optimal capital allocation based on market conditions and efficient collateral management on lending platforms. By optimally allocating the liquidity, LPs can maximize their returns while mitigating the liquidity risks.

To kick off the launch of Swaap Earn, several vaults are already in service, including Lido and AAVE. AAVE recently provided grant funding to Swaap Labs to support the development and growth of Swaap Earn.

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Coinbase Predicts Bitcoin Halving Event Challenges Amid Legal Victory and Market Slowdown

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As the crypto community turns its gaze toward the upcoming Bitcoin halving event, many anticipate it to be a pivotal moment for a potential surge in Bitcoin’s price.

Nevertheless, Coinbase, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, suggests that the timing of this event might pose challenges.

In its market commentary report dated April 5, Coinbase emphasized the need for the crypto market to identify a new narrative to sustain price increases across various cryptocurrencies.

The exchange pointed out, “The BTC halving, currently due April 20 or 21, could be a catalyst for higher prices, but it will have to contend with what is typically a weak time of year for crypto markets and other risk assets.”

Historically, the period from June to September has yielded an average monthly return of about 2.7% for Bitcoin since 2011.

This is significantly lower compared to the average return of 19.3% observed in the other eight months of the year, as per data from Brave New Coin.

Furthermore, Coinbase has observed a slowdown in overall crypto volumes, indicating a market in search of a compelling story to drive its next growth phase.

Over the past day, total crypto volumes saw a 33.25% decline, totaling $61.78 billion, based on CoinMarketCap data.

Despite these challenges, Coinbase sees potential for an influx of new investors into the crypto market, particularly due to Bitcoin’s growing reputation as “digital gold.”

This could foster demand from a new investor demographic, enhancing Bitcoin’s dominance, which stands at 50.6% of the total crypto market capitalization, according to CoinStats.

Coinbase also suggests that future market dips may be more aggressively bought up by investors than in previous cycles, owing to an increased investor base and continued market volatility.

Historically, Bitcoin halving events have been precursors to significant price increases. Following the last halving in May 2020, Bitcoin’s value saw a dramatic rise from $8,787 to nearly $69,000 by November 2021.

In legal developments, Coinbase scored a victory on April 6 when the United States Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ruled in its favor, stating that the exchange’s secondary sales of cryptocurrencies did not breach the Securities Exchange Act.

The ruling was a significant win for Coinbase, which argued against the applicability of securities regulations to secondary crypto asset sales, despite allegations of selling unregistered securities and violating securities laws.

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South Korea’s Major Parties Woo Crypto Voters with Bold Proposals Ahead of Parliamentary Elections

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In the run-up to South Korea’s parliamentary elections, major political factions are courting the electorate with proposals aimed at the burgeoning cryptocurrency sector.

Bloomberg reported on April 5 that the Democratic Party, the main opposition, has committed to lifting bans on both domestic and international exchange-traded funds (ETFs) that directly invest in cryptocurrencies, such as U.S.-based spot Bitcoin ETFs.

This pledge comes in the wake of South Korea’s securities watchdog cautioning in January against the local distribution of Bitcoin ETFs, citing potential conflicts with national legislation.

“We’re going to allow the ETFs, whether domestic or overseas,” Hwanseok Choi of the Democratic Party conveyed to Bloomberg, highlighting a key point in the party’s agenda.

Similarly, the ruling People Power Party, led by President Yoon Suk Yeol, is looking to attract the crypto-savvy demographic by proposing a postponement of taxation on digital asset gains, which is currently set to commence in 2025.

Cryptocurrency trading is a significant activity in South Korea, with nearly six million South Koreans, or 10% of the population, engaging in the market through registered platforms in the first half of 2023 alone.

Additionally, 7% of those running for election have disclosed cryptocurrency holdings.

Investment data reveals that South Koreans have poured more than $200 million into shares of MicroStrategy, a U.S.-listed enterprise with substantial Bitcoin assets, leading some to describe it as a de facto Bitcoin ETF.

Despite these electoral enticements, tighter regulatory measures on cryptocurrencies loom on the horizon.

The nation’s financial authorities are finalizing new regulations for token listings on centralized exchanges.

These include barring the listing of tokens involved in hacking incidents until an investigation is complete and restricting foreign digital assets to those that provide a white paper or technical guide for local investors.

Furthermore, the forthcoming Virtual Asset Users Protection Act, set to be enacted on July 19, introduces stringent restrictions against undisclosed information, market manipulation, and illegal trades in the crypto sphere.

An update to this act in February has established severe penalties for infringements, including imprisonment for over a year or fines amounting to three to five times the illicit gains.

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Bitcoin’s Resilience: Unlikely to Dip to $50K Amid Rising Support Levels and Calm Derivatives Market, Analysts Predict

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The increasing frequency with which Bitcoin attains higher support levels combined with a lack of significant speculation in the derivatives markets implies a slim chance of its price dropping to $50,000 in the near future, says Dylan LeClair, a senior analyst at UTXO Management.

In his analysis dated April 7, LeClair posits that a rise in Bitcoin’s price to the $70,000-$75,000 bracket could exert substantial pressure on short sellers.

LeClair observes, “As we’ve consolidated, an increasing amount of short liquidations are building from 70-75k.”

Data from CoinGlass suggests that a surge to $70,000 could trigger liquidations worth approximately $174.17 million.

Should Bitcoin reach $75,000, it would lead to the liquidation of about $830 million in short positions, indicating a potential price increase of 7.8% from its present $69,344.

This forecast mirrors a similar 7.5% decline on March 15, which resulted in $525.2 million of liquidations.

Despite the possibility of a significant drop in Bitcoin’s price to $50,000 triggering massive liquidations of long positions, LeClair deems such a scenario unlikely given the pattern of higher lows and the current stability of the derivatives market.

He acknowledges the possibility but considers it improbable, citing Bitcoin’s last fall below $50,000 on February 13 to $49,725, after touching $50,000 the day prior—a milestone not seen since December 2021.

Supporting his analysis, LeClair refers to recent developments like BlackRock’s update to its Bitcoin ETF prospectus on April 5, which now includes five prominent Wall Street firms as new authorized participants, including ABN AMRO Clearing, Citadel Securities, Citigroup Global Markets, Goldman Sachs, and UBS Securities.

The crypto community is also closely watching Bitcoin’s price as it approaches the halving event scheduled for April 20, which reduces miner block rewards by 50%.

Historical data indicates a 658% price surge since the 2020 halving. Should trends follow suit, Bitcoin could potentially reach $434,280 by the 2028 halving.

Rekt Capital, a noted crypto trader, optimistically suggests to his 443,000 followers that the market is in the early stages of a bull phase, hinting at substantial room for upward movement in the short term.

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Dogecoin Surges 7.5% Amid Market Optimism as Investors Flock to High-Risk Memecoins

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On April 6, Dogecoin experienced a notable surge, outperforming the broader cryptocurrency market with a 7.5% increase in its price to $0.186, compared to the market’s overall gain of 1.71%.

This price rally underscores a bullish trend among top memecoins, reflecting a growing appetite for risk among traders.

Memecoins, known for their speculative nature due to their minimal underlying value, are considered high-risk investments within the cryptocurrency sector.

This positions them in stark contrast to traditional safe-haven assets.

Amidst these market dynamics, the U.S. dollar is facing a decline in value against a basket of leading foreign currencies.

The U.S. Dollar Index (DXY) highlights a negative correlation between Dogecoin and the dollar, suggesting that the weakening dollar is temporarily enhancing the attractiveness of riskier investments like memecoins on April 6.

Significant trading activity was observed with Whale Alert reporting an anonymous wallet acquiring 199.27 million DOGE in two transactions from Robinhood, totaling approximately $35.45 million.

This substantial investment garnered significant attention, contributing to Dogecoin’s price increase.

Despite this, a decrease in Dogecoin whales, those holding large amounts of the coin, suggests a possible overvaluation of these transactions’ market impact.

Concurrently, Dogecoin’s market dynamics reveal a decline in open interest (OI) and funding rates for its perpetual contracts.

From a peak of $2.21 billion on March 29, the OI dropped to $1.38 billion by April 6, indicating a potential reduction in trader engagement for various reasons, such as profit-taking or exposure reduction.

The funding rate also saw a decrease to 0.0172% from a recent high of 0.106% on April 1, hinting at a lower inclination among traders to maintain long positions.

This scenario, where reduced selling pressure accompanies a price increase due to traders closing their short positions, is evident in Dogecoin’s market.

Technically, Dogecoin’s price rally on April 6 can be attributed to support from its 200-4H exponential moving average and an ascending trendline, marking a potential for continued bullish momentum following a pattern similar to a previous rally on March 19, which led to an 85% increase in price.

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Bitcoin Nears Halving Event Amidst $100K Predictions, as Ethereum Updates and Legal Wins Bolster Confidence

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With the Bitcoin “halving” event drawing near, the cryptocurrency community is abuzz with predictions, some even suggesting a surge to the $100,000 mark.

Bitcoin‘s price has recently seen a slight increase, reaching $69,395.

This halving, which is expected to happen this April, will reduce mining rewards by half, from 6.25 to 3.125 bitcoins.

Such events, occurring every four years, aim to limit Bitcoin supply and have historically led to price volatility.

Analysts at Steno Research speculate this occasion might follow a “buy the rumor, sell the news” pattern, similar to what was observed in the 2016 halving.

The anticipation builds as the market awaits to see the effect of reduced supply against the backdrop of stable demand.

Coinbase recently celebrated a legal victory that could enhance investor confidence, potentially influencing Bitcoin’s market performance.

The U.S. Court of Appeals for the Second Circuit ruled that Coinbase’s secondary cryptocurrency sales do not contravene the Securities Exchange Act.

This decision is significant for the cryptocurrency exchange and its users, possibly encouraging more trading activity.

Ethereum also remains a focal point in the digital currency sphere.

Despite being 20% below its peak, Ethereum leads the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector, commanding over 60% of its market value.

Its recent Denchun update promises enhanced functionality and reduced transaction fees on Layer 2, solidifying its position in the DeFi space.

Such developments not only boost Ethereum’s appeal but may also impact Bitcoin positively by fostering trust in cryptocurrencies.

In a bold move, Genesis acquired $2.1 billion in Bitcoin, trading off 36 million GBTC shares.

This purchase, executed amid a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing, aims to settle debts and enhance Genesis’s Bitcoin reserves.

Despite potential market concerns, Coinbase anticipates that this influx of capital will remain within the crypto ecosystem, likely pushing Bitcoin’s demand and price upward.

Bitcoin’s technical indicators show a bullish sentiment, with the Relative Strength Index at 61 and the 50-day Exponential Moving Average supporting an optimistic outlook.

The market seems primed for an upward trajectory, provided it stays above a critical support level.

On a lighter note, the crypto world is set to welcome Slothana ($SLOTH), a meme coin leveraging Solana’s blockchain efficiency.

Its presale offers an early investment opportunity in what could be the next meme coin sensation, drawing lessons from previous successes in the space.

This event underscores the diverse and ever-evolving nature of the cryptocurrency market, offering various avenues for investment and speculation.

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Genesis Converts $2.1 Billion Worth of GBTC Shares into Bitcoin to Settle Debts Amid Legal Challenges

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In a significant move to address its financial obligations, the bankrupt cryptocurrency lending firm Genesis has converted roughly 36 million shares of the Grayscale Bitcoin Trust (GBTC) into Bitcoin, gearing up to settle its debts with creditors.

This conversion was executed on April 2, with the GBTC shares valued at approximately $58.50 each at the time of liquidation, according to Bloomberg.

This decision comes after the GBTC share price witnessed a substantial 50% increase since Genesis initially received approval from the U.S. bankruptcy court for the share sale back in early February when shares were valued at $38.50.

The liquidation of GBTC shares culminated in a $2.1 billion revenue for Genesis, which it used to purchase 32,041 Bitcoin at $65,685 per Bitcoin on the same day.

This purchase is aimed at fulfilling the firm’s obligations towards its creditors, with the acquired Bitcoin currently valued at around $2.18 billion.

The cryptocurrency community has been closely monitoring this large-scale transaction, concerned about its potential impact on the market.

Coinbase, however, has offered reassurances, suggesting that the move is likely to have a neutral effect on the market as the funds remain within the cryptocurrency ecosystem.

This is part of Genesis’s bankruptcy plan, which permits the firm to either directly convert the GBTC shares into Bitcoin for creditors or sell them and distribute the proceeds.

This development follows an assertion by the Digital Currency Group that its subsidiary, Genesis, is committed to repaying its customers beyond their due entitlements.

Furthermore, Genesis recently announced a settlement agreement with the SEC, agreeing to a $21 million payment to resolve a civil lawsuit related to its operations, including the temporary suspension of withdrawals from Gemini Earn following the FTX bankruptcy, citing market turmoil and liquidity challenges.

Genesis’s financial troubles became more pronounced after the SEC’s lawsuit led to its bankruptcy filing earlier last year.

Additionally, a recent court ruling has allowed the SEC’s lawsuit against Gemini and Genesis to proceed, dismissing motions by both companies to dismiss the lawsuit, which involves allegations of selling unregistered securities through the Gemini Earn program.

This legal development underscores the ongoing challenges and regulatory scrutiny facing the cryptocurrency industry.

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Shiba Inu Cryptocurrency Expands Reach with Prestigious Nexo Exchange Listing

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Shiba Inu (SHIB), the canine-themed cryptocurrency phenomenon, has reached a new milestone with its listing on Nexo, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange.

This significant development, unveiled on X, marks a pivotal moment for SHIB, broadening its reach and accessibility to a more extensive investor audience.

Nexo‘s platform now allows users a broad spectrum of functionalities with their SHIB holdings.

Investors have the convenience of purchasing SHIB directly with their debit or credit cards, bypassing the need for intricate transfer processes.

Furthermore, the platform offers the innovative option to use SHIB as collateral for borrowing other cryptocurrencies, thereby enhancing financial versatility for its users.

A noteworthy feature of Nexo is the ability for users to transfer SHIB tokens to others using just phone numbers or email addresses, simplifying the process of sending SHIB to fellow Nexo account owners.

Additionally, Nexo supports swapping SHIB for a range of established cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin (BTC), Arbitrum (ARB), Ethereum (ETH), and Litecoin (LTC), serving investors with varied trading preferences.

To celebrate the SHIB listing, Nexo introduced a promotional offer of 0.5% cashback in crypto rewards on all SHIB purchases made through card or bank transfers, encouraging participation and investment through the platform.

The SHIB community played a crucial role in achieving this listing through persistent advocacy efforts.

Initiatives included a Change.org petition advocating for SHIB’s listing on Nexo, which attracted over 142 votes, showcasing the influential power of community-driven campaigns in the cryptocurrency sector.

Since its inception in 2018, Nexo has established itself as a trusted name in the cryptocurrency exchange market, servicing over 6 million users worldwide.

The platform’s extensive array of services and support for over 75 crypto assets underscore Nexo’s dedication to aligning with industry trends.

With regulatory licenses in multiple key markets, including the U.S., Canada, and the EU, Nexo demonstrates its commitment to compliance and security standards.

The inclusion of SHIB on Nexo adds to its growing presence on over 130 cryptocurrency exchange platforms, a testament to the enduring support and advocacy from the SHIB community.

Lucie, the marketing lead for Shiba Inu, attributed this success to the community’s strategic online campaigns and petitions, highlighting the significant influence of dedicated supporters in promoting the token’s adoption and recognition.

In conclusion, the listing of Shiba Inu on Nexo represents a notable advancement for the meme-inspired cryptocurrency, enhancing its visibility and adoption among investors.

This development reflects the expanding acknowledgment of SHIB in the wider cryptocurrency landscape, positioning it for ongoing growth and integration.

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Pantera Capital’s Liquid Token Fund Soars 66% in Q1 2024, Fueled by Strategic Crypto Investments and Reduced Bitcoin Exposure

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In the first quarter of 2024, Pantera Capital’s Liquid Token Fund delivered an impressive 66% return, buoyed by strategic investments in various crypto tokens, including the notable Solana (SOL).

A shareholder letter obtained by Bloomberg reveals that the fund’s stellar performance from January through March also benefited from investments in Ribbon Finance (RBN) and Stacks, even as it scaled back on Bitcoin and Ether exposures.

Cosmo Jiang, the portfolio manager, shared with Bloomberg the fund’s strategic shift away from Bitcoin, noting a significant reduction in Bitcoin holdings since the year’s start.

Jiang emphasized the deliberate reduction in Bitcoin exposure, stating, “We’d been pretty heavy in Bitcoin until the start of the year, and I really like each month we’ve decreased that Bitcoin position meaningfully.”

Market data indicates the success of this strategy, with the RBN token surging by 400.43% year-to-date, and SOL’s gains registering at 69.88%.

These figures markedly outpace Bitcoin’s 62.59% appreciation within the same timeframe.

Founded in November 2017, the Pantera Liquid Token Fund is tailored for accredited investors, offering a portfolio of 10–20 liquid tokens with a focus on decentralized finance (DeFi).

This investment vehicle demands a minimum commitment of $100,000 from its participants.

Pantera Capital, managing assets worth $5.2 billion, is a pioneer in the cryptocurrency investment space.

The firm recently acquired SOL tokens formerly owned by the defunct crypto exchange FTX, investing approximately $250 million for tokens valued at $64 each, which is roughly 60% below their current market value.

The surge in SOL’s price is largely credited to its growing dominance in the blockchain market and the burgeoning popularity of memecoins.

Memecoins like Dogwifhat and Bonk, along with new entrants such as Cat in the Dogs World and Book of Meme, have seen rising interest.

CoinShares reports reveal that institutional investors contributed almost $25 million to SOL-based investment funds in March, further bolstering the token’s value in the market.

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