Which markets have been the main drivers of growth for Bitget this year? Are there new regions you are focusing on for 2025?
Africa recorded the highest increase, equal to 300%, followed by South Asia with 200%, the CIS region with 150%, and Southeast Asia with a growth of 140%. European users also increased by 67%, while Latin America and the Middle East saw significant increases.
In 2025, Bitget plans to continue its expansion in emerging markets such as Southeast Asia, Latin America, and some parts of Africa and South Asia, where interest in criptovalute is rapidly growing.
- In Malta, OKX has a team of nearly 100 people, built starting from 2018.
“If you want to build something good, it takes time to have the right people within the team, to build trust with partners, regulators, and the community.”,
Hong Fang, President of OKX since 2023, explains to us.
We remind you that OKX is also already registered in the Netherlands.
- Humanity Protocol is pioneering a privacy-first approach to identity verification using non-invasive biometrics and zero-knowledge proofs. How does this balance security and anonymity in a way that centralized solutions can’t?
Most centralized systems force people to give up personal data to prove who they are. We don’t think that should be necessary. Humanity Protocol lets people prove they’re real and unique using a palm scan, but without ever sharing who they are. Thanks to zero-knowledge proofs, no personal data gets stored or exposed. This gives users control over their personal data while still making digital spaces safer.
- Over 3 million users have already joined your testnet. What does this early adoption tell you about the demand for self-sovereign identity, and what’s next in terms of scaling?
We’ve now hit over 4.7 million Human IDs and it shows that people are ready for change. There’s a massive demand for digital identity that isn’t tied to a government or big tech company. We’re seeing users from all over the world join because they want to take control of their digital lives. Next, we’re focusing on expanding our ecosystem, working with apps, platforms, and services that can use Humanity Protocol to verify users in a secure and private way.
Gibraltar: its collaborative approach for crypto and Web3 together with Kraken and Animoca Brands
According to reports from those who attended the House of Block and GFIA event, the prominent voices of Animoca Brands, Kraken, AlphaPlay on stage provided many inputs on the direction of the sector for 2025.
Precisely for this reason, Gibraltar wants to consolidate its position as a leading jurisdiction for the regulation of blockchain and digital assets.
In reality, already since 2021, the country continues to modify its regulation on crypto and blockchain, precisely trying to always be at the forefront, keeping up with technological progress.
In any case, according to what is reported for this 2025, there is a clear regulatory framework in the country located in the South of Spain.
For example, there is the Gibraltar Financial Services Commission, or GFSC, which regulates DLT technology providers, which include among others crypto-exchanges and crypto-wallet providers. The GFSC has also developed a comprehensive guide on the expectations of regulated businesses regarding AML/CFT/CPF.
In particular, on regulation and cryptocurrencies, the text highlights as follows:
“Cryptocurrencies themselves are not regulated. The Government has instead tried to regulate the access points to the markets, rather than specifically regulating cryptocurrencies. This approach has been welcomed by the sector.
Recent developments have elevated Solana’s influence and mainstream recognition, with U.S. President Donald Trump including the high-performing blockchain in his strategic crypto reserve initiative.
This presidential attention comes as institutional adoption continues to accelerate, with Franklin Templeton managing $1.2 trillion in assets and identifying Solana as the future home for AI agents and real-world assets. Major partnerships with Shopify, Stripe and Hamilton Lane, alongside Solana’s upcoming Firedancer validator client—capable of processing over 1 million TPS— also solidify the network’s vision as ‘Nasdaq on the Blockchain.
Solana led new developer onboarding in 2024, surpassing Ethereum for the first time. Additionally, Coinbase Prime’s strategic integration with Marinade Finance has made institutional-grade staking accessible to traditional finance players.
Set against this backdrop of rapid innovation, the two-day conference in Istanbul will feature top industry leaders, with more speakers to be announced soon!
Speakers include:
Solana Crossroads has a history of facilitating groundbreaking announcements, with last year’s event featuring Jupiter’s mobile app launch and Marinade Finance’s V2 staking protocol reveal. With the ecosystem’s unprecedented institutional momentum and technical breakthroughs, this year’s event is positioned to unveil the next wave of innovations shaping Solana’s future.
Secure your tickets now and join thousands of Web3 enthusiasts in Istanbul this April.
Talking about enhancing security protocols in a dynamic landscape, Ronghui Gu, said:
“In the fast-evolving blockchain space, security protocols must continuously adapt to emerging threats. Recent incidents, such as the Bybit exploit, underscore the urgent need for proactive risk management. CertiK’s approach — combining continuous monitoring, real-time threat analytics, and rigorous smart contract audits — ensures vulnerabilities are identified and mitigated before they can be exploited. This commitment to dynamic security sets an industry benchmark and offers an interesting topic for discussion at Unchained Summit.”
Sharath Kumar, CEO of Aeternum, organizer of Unchained Summit, emphasized:
“April is a buzzing month for Web 3.0, with Dubai hosting numerous events. However, the sheer volume often dilutes quality and impact. At Aeternum, we are committed to standing out by curating an event that connects high-potential startups with serious investors. Unchained Summit prioritizes funding opportunities for new projects, bringing together the region’s most influential VCs, institutional investors, and policymakers. By combining strategic networking with high-impact content, we ensure that founders meet the right backers to accelerate growth and drive real innovation in Web 3.0.”
Tickets to the event are available on the official website: unchainedsummit.com
Aeternum organizes business-to-business events in the emerging tech space, provides strategic consulting, and tailored services to a diverse range of clients, from corporations to governments and startups to individuals. Aeternum specializes in crafting impactful B2B platforms that foster meaningful connections, drive business growth, and facilitate knowledge sharing through conferences, exhibitions, and bespoke networking opportunities.
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The government has decided that the new regulations will apply to the main operators of digital platforms, including exchange, servizi di custodia e broker di criptovalute. Every platform that manages digital assets will need to obtain an Australian Financial Services Licence (Australian Financial Services Licence, AFSL), while small businesses and those not directly involved in financial services will be exempt from this obligation.
The objective is to encourage innovation while ensuring that Australians can use and invest in cryptocurrencies safely. The reform will allow for the adoption of user protection measures, preventing fraudulent behavior and improving transparency in the sector.
The government has announced that a public consultation will be initiated before the final adoption of the regulatory framework. The draft law will be presented during the year to gather opinions from stakeholders and industry experts.
The new regulatory plan is not limited to the regulation of exchanges, but aims to modernize the entire Australian financial system. Among the main areas of interest are:
In this regard, the Ministry of the Treasury is collaborating with the Reserve Bank of Australia (RBA) to assess the feasibility of an Australian CBDC. Last September, a joint report between the central bank and the Ministry of the Treasury highlighted the potential of CBDCs in strengthening domestic financial markets.
The next steps involve tests and experiments with tokenized digital currencies, stablecoin, and other innovations in the sector. The goal is to understand the operational and regulatory impacts of these instruments before a potential large-scale adoption.
In parallel with the investigations into foreign exchanges, South Korean regulators are addressing suspicions of financial misconduct also among the local exchanges.
On March 20, prosecutors searched the Bithumb headquarters following allegations of embezzlement against the former CEO, Kim Dae-sik.
Kim is suspected of having used company funds to purchase an apartment, in violation of financial regulations.
However, the company responded by stating that the former CEO had already arranged to reimburse the funds through a loan, rejecting the allegations of misconduct.
Besides the Bithumb case, rumors about illicit practices related to the listing of new digital assets have emerged.
According to anonymous sources cited by Wu Blockchain, some projects have allegedly paid million-dollar fees to intermediaries to be listed on exchanges like Upbit and Bithumb.
In the face of these accusations, Upbit has requested transparency, inviting the source of the accusations to reveal the names of the projects involved.
The absence of concrete details still makes the developments of this matter uncertain, but the reported favoritism practices in the listing could compromise the credibility of the crypto sector in South Korea.
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