A Week of Action in the Crypto Market
Welcome to our exciting weekly recap in the dynamic world of cryptocurrencies! On Monday, March 10th, 2025, at 9:00:05 AM EST (3:00:05 PM CET), we will analyze the prices of the top 10 cryptocurrencies according to Coin Market Cap and anticipate how the market could evolve throughout the week. On Friday, March 14th , 2025, at 6:00:02 PM EST (12:00:02 PM CET), we will compare these prices with the closing values to identify market trends and fluctuations.
| CRYPTO | INITIAL | % CHANGE | FINAL |
|---|---|---|---|
| BTC | $83,234.71 | 1.61% | $84,572.28 |
| ETH | $2,125.84 | 8.86% | $1,937.40 |
| XRP | $2.21 | 6.50% | $2.35 |
| BNB | $566.60 | 3.38% | $585.73 |
| SOL | $129.48 | 3.47% | $133.97 |
| DOGE | $0.18 | -2.83% | $0.17 |
| ADA | $0.75 | -1.76% | $0.74 |
| AVAX | $18.85 | 0.64% | $18.97 |
| TON | $2.79 | 3.63% | $2.89 |
Strategy’s Bitcoin Bet Still $7B in Profit Despite Market Dip
Despite Bitcoin’s drop to $80,000, Michael Saylor’s Strategy remains $7.8 billion in profit on its holdings. The company owns 499,096 BTC, purchased for $33.1 billion at an average price of $66,423 per coin. Even after Bitcoin’s record 13.6% weekly decline, its holdings are now worth $41.2 billion, reflecting a 24% unrealized gain. Strategy’s long-term approach and dollar-cost averaging strategy continue to pay off, proving resilience amid market volatility
Stablecoin Market Cap Hits Record $226B
The stablecoin market has surged to $226.8 billion, up from $132 billion in January 2024, signaling capital rotation amid a crypto downturn. Tether ($143B) leads with 63% market share, followed by USDC ($57B) and Ethena USDe ($5.45B). Solana’s stablecoin supply has nearly tripled to $11.7 billion since December. Meanwhile, DEX trading volumes are down, and Bitcoin has dropped below $80K, reflecting a shift toward stable assets.
ECB to Launch Digital Euro in October 2025
The European Central Bank (ECB) has confirmed the launch of the Digital Euro by October 2025, marking a major step in modernizing Europe’s financial system. This initiative aims to enhance digital payment efficiency and strengthen the EU’s digital economy.
Circle to Bring $900M Money Market Fund Under DABA License
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong predicts that by 2030, up to 10% of the global GDP will run on crypto rails. Armstrong believes we are witnessing “the dawn of a new era for crypto” in the U.S., with the current pro-crypto Congress paving the way for global regulatory changes. If his prediction holds, over $10 trillion in value could be tokenized. Armstrong sees Coinbase as the key partner for companies adapting to this shift, as the firm reported a strong 88% quarter-on-quarter revenue increase for Q4 2024.
Argentina Finalizes Rules for Crypto Service Providers
Argentina’s National Securities Commission (CNV) has finalized regulations for virtual asset service providers (VASPs) under General Resolution No. 1058. The rules cover registration, cybersecurity, asset custody, and anti-money laundering measures, aiming for transparency and user protection. Key requirements include fund separation, annual audits, and monthly reports to the CNV.
Sources
https://cointelegraph.com/news/strategy-bitcoin-stash-up-7-billion-500k-btc-holdings
https://crypto.news/stablecoin-market-cap-new-226b-all-time-high-2025/
https://99bitcoins.com/guides/european-central-bank-announces-plan-to-launch-cbdc-by-october-2025/
https://cointelegraph.com/news/circle-plans-to-bring-900-m-money-market-fund-under-daba-license
