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AIM Congress 2025 Kicks Off in Abu Dhabi on Monday with 20,000 Participants

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  •  Al Zeyoudi: “Hosting such major international events reflects the UAE’s pivotal role as a global hub for investment and trade”
  • 1,250 speakers in more than 400 panel discussions

ABU DHABI, UAE, April 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The UAE is organizing the 14th edition of the AIM Congress, set to be held under the theme ” Mapping the Future of Global Investment: The New Wave of a Globalized Investment Landscape – Towards a New Balanced World Structure”. The event will take place April 7-9 at ADNEC Centre Abu Dhabi.

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Presidents of countries, more than 60 ministers and central-bank governors, 30 city mayors, 1,250 speakers, 16 global financial market representatives, and 600 exhibitors have confirmed their participation in AIM Congress 2025, which shows the congress’s significance as a leading global investment platform and underscores the UAE’s prominent position on the global investment map. As well as the country’s business-friendly environment, making it a preferred destination for international investments that target growth, expansion and opportunity. Needless to say, the UAE is one of the world’s leading investor nations.

AIM Congress attracts 20,000 participants from 180 countries worldwide to explore the latest trends and developments in the global investment landscape, address current and future challenges, consolidate global collaboration and work together to develop innovative solutions that will promote a balanced, sustainable global economy.

His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, UAE Minister of State for Foreign Trade and President of AIM Congress, stated, “AIM Congress is a leading global platform that brings together decision-makers, business leaders, investors and government officials to discuss economic developments and explore new opportunities that drive sustainable economic growth. The congress also plays a crucial role in fostering strategic partnerships that reshape the future of trade and investment globally, in accordance with the rapid changes in the global economy.”

His Excellency emphasized the fact that the world is undergoing unprecedented economic transformation, which in turn necessitates enhanced international cooperation and the adoption of innovative strategies to address challenges and promote sustainable investment. He called on all stakeholders to participate in the 14th edition of the gathering–AIM Congress 2025–which presents a unique opportunity to showcase promising projects and engage with globally respected experts in shaping the future of the economy.

Dr. Al Zeyoudi also emphasized that hosting such major international events reaffirms the UAE’s pivotal role as a global hub for investment and trade. He noted that the UAE’s continued success in foreign trade is the culmination of flexible and proactive economic policies that support the business environment and further the opening of the global market. Additionally, he underscored the importance of innovation and technology in advancing the investment ecosystem, thereby affirming that the UAE is committed to developing a competitive investment environment driven by cutting-edge technology and sustainability while solidifying its position as a key regional and global driver of economic growth.

UAE’s Historic Achievements in Foreign Trade

The United Arab Emirates achieved remarkable milestones in foreign trade during 2024, surpassing AED 3 trillion in total trade volume for the first time in its history—equivalent to approximately USD 817 billion. This significant growth reflects the success of the UAE’s economic policies in strengthening its position as a global trade hub.

As part of its effort to enhance economic relations, the UAE signed CEPAs (Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreements) with countries such as India, Indonesia and Turkey. Those agreements contributed to a 42.3% increase in non-oil trade in 2024, accounting for almost 25% of the UAE’s total non-oil exports which reached AED 561.2 billion.

These achievements and trade agreements reflect the UAE’s strategic vision to solidify its position as a global trade and investment hub, reaffirming its commitment to fostering a resilient and open economic environment connected to international markets.

Leaders’ Panel

As part of the congress’s agenda, the “Leaders’ Panel on New Globalization and Its Impact on Investment Trends” will bring together a panel of distinguished global leaders to discuss the dynamic transformation of the global investment landscape. The session will also highlight the rise of emerging markets, their impact on capital flows, advancements in technology and shifts in economic power dynamics.

The panel will explore how Entrepreneurs are navigating the evolving investment landscape, from traditional assets to cryptocurrencies and how emerging regulations are influencing investment decisions. As well as the challenges and opportunities presented by those transformations in the pursuit of a more equitable, interconnected global economy.

Panel Discussions and Diverse Events

AIM Congress 2025 will feature a diverse range of events, including forums, panel discussions, workshops, high-level meetings, an exhibition, AIM Investment Awards, Startup Pitch Competition, AI World Championship, country investment destination, AIM Business Incubator and AIM Investment Fund.

The panel discussions and events fall under eight portfolios: Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Global Trade, Startups and Unicorns, Future Cities, Future Finance, Global Manufacturing, Digital Economy, and Entrepreneurs.

The congress will cover diverse sectors, including intelligent agriculture, energy, infrastructure, finance and capital markets, ICT, manufacturing, medical tourism, biotechnology, medical technology, pharmaceuticals, international trade, logistics and transportation, water technology, tourism and education.

Roundtable Meetings

AIM Congress 2025 will host 13 roundtable meetings, including a Ministerial Investment RoundTable, Ministerial Tourism Investment RoundTable, Stock Exchanges RoundTable, Central Banks RoundTable, Unicorns RoundTable, Family Offices Roundtable and Chambers’ Talks

In alignment with the Year of Community in the UAE, the roundtable “Philanthropy as a Legacy” will be dedicated to exploring the enduring impact of charitable initiatives. Additionally, the “Global Women’s Leadership” roundtable will spotlight the role of women as leaders in business, innovation, culture and philanthropy. Other key discussions include a roundtable for UN-Habitat and a roundtable for mayors and city governors.

Global Forums Hosting

AIM Congress will host 23 events, including local, regional and global forums and conferences, to discuss key issues, challenges and investment opportunities aimed at fostering sustainable global economic growth. These events will be held in collaboration with international organizations such as United Nations Trade and Development (UNCTAD), United Nations World Tourism Organization (UNWTO), World Health Organization (WHO), International Renewable Energy Agency (IRENA), United Nations Industrial Development Organization (UNIDO) and the World Association of Investment Promotion Agencies (WAIPA), among others, underscoring the congress’s pivotal role in accelerating global economic development and its success in providing a key platform for global investors, entrepreneurs and decision-makers to explore new opportunities and forge long-term partnerships that drive economic growth and sustainable development.

The list of global forums includes Global Trade Tech Forum (by the World Economic Forum), India Investment Forum, Japan Investment Forum, China Investment Forum, Russia Investment Forum, Investment in Healthcare (UNCTAD), Investment in Policies (UNCTAD), World Governments as Incubators for Tolerance” conference (in partnership with UAE Ministry of Tolerance and Coexistence), the BRICS Business Forum (CNI Brazil), Siemens Forum and the World Without Hunger Forum (UNIDO).

The list also includes regional focus forums covering different regions around the world, including the Regional Focus Forum for African Countries, the Regional Focus Forum for European Countries, the Regional  Forum for Latin American and Caribbean Countries, the Regional Focus Forum for European Countries, the Regional Focus Forum for Arab Countries and the Regional Focus Forum for North America.

As part of the Investment Destinations Forums, Azerbaijan, Slovenia, Moscow, Nigeria and Cambodia will showcase key investment opportunities across technology, renewable energy, industry and tourism, to attract investors and strengthen international economic cooperation.

In parallel with AIM Congress, the third edition of the World Local Production Forum (WLPF) will be held in collaboration with the World Health Organization (WHO). The Forum brings together more than 8,000 experts and government officials from 180 countries, along with major multinational corporations.

Since its launch in 2021, the Forum has successfully established itself as a multilateral ecosystem for the local production sector, serving as a unique global platform that unites policymakers, private sector leaders and key stakeholders. The Forum aims to enhance cooperation, create partnerships, develop strategies and drive collective efforts toward sustainable and high-quality local production.

2025 AIM Congress Partners

AIM Congress, which is supported by more than 400 local, international and global partners, seeks to unify efforts, strengthen collaboration and highlight the role of investment in driving economic development, fostering innovation and enhancing the sustainability of key sectors. Among the prominent partners are Saud Bahwan Group (Oman) as a “Strategic Partner,” Gulf Pharmaceutical Industries (Julphar)  as a “Lead Partner,” Federal Authority for Identity, Citizenship, Customs and Port Security as a “Gold Partner,” International Development Bank as a “Gold Partner,” Moroccan Agency for Investment and Export Development as an “Gold Partner,” Abu Dhabi Ports, Awqaf Abu Dhabi, and Ajman Chamber are silver partners, Department of Culture and Tourism – Abu Dhabi as the “Cultural Destination Partner,” (ADGM) as the “Future Finance Partner,” Abu Dhabi Chamber as  “Global Trade Partner”, and UAE Chambers as “supporting partner”.

The list of partners also includes the Investment and Technology Promotion Office – United Nations Industrial Development Organization (Bahrain), Siemens UAE and Middle East as “Global Manufacturing Partners,” IFZA, a regional leader in the UAE Smart Cities Council, GSMA, WeGo, UN-Habitat as “Future Cities Partners,” AI 360 INNOVATION and AI Alliance as “Digital Economy  Partners,” and media partners such as Emirates News Agency (WAM), Abu Dhabi Media Network, NABD Platform and Arabian Business Magazine.

The Conference

The sessions of the Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) portfolio  will commence with the Leaders’ Panel, titled “The Art of Diplomacy and Foreign Direct Investment as a Catalyst for Global Unity.” This session will explore the role and impact of strategic investments in promoting shared prosperity, strengthening international relations and enhancing cultural understanding.

A distinguished group of global leaders with expertise in leveraging investments to build partnerships and drive global stability will discuss key issues, including regional economic integration and FDI to boost cross-border investments in Africa, the future of FDI and the role of emerging technologies in global investment flows, the investment landscape in the geopolitical era—new challenges and opportunities and the role of technology in shaping new investment destinations, from startups to smart cities.

Within the Future Finance portfolio , financial sector leaders will explore the evolving landscape of financial services in the session titled “The Finance Industry in Four Years – Forecasting Technological and Regulatory Changes and Ongoing Transformation of Financial Services.” The session will explore the latest trends, including the adoption of AI, blockchain, digital payments and their impact on financial institutions. The rising role of Fintech companies in reshaping the financial sector will also be highlighted, along with the challenges faced by traditional banks in adapting to these shifts.

The Future of Finance track includes sessions such as “The Future of Banking: Beyond Digital – Finance in a Decentralized World,” “Mastering AI, Blockchain and Machine Learning Applications in Banking, Payments and Wealth Management,” “Reimagining the Future of Wealth Creation: Where Finance Meets Innovation and Purpose,” “Blockchain Beyond Cryptocurrencies: Innovations in Financial Infrastructure and Digital Asset Management,” “Regulating Digital Currencies vs. Innovation: Can the Right Balance Be Achieved?” and “Global Insights on Debt Markets.”

The Leaders’ Panel within the Digital Economy portfolio will explore strategies for generating profits in future virtual economies and examine how virtual spaces—from digital gaming to digital assets and blockchain technologies—are transforming into dynamic economic environments while addressing the strategic and ethical challenges of monetization in these worlds.

Key sessions in the Digital Economy track include “From Genomics and AI to Healthcare: How Digital Technologies Are Transforming Global Health,” “Building Great Digital Transformations: Leveraging Generative and Predictive AI to Create Equitable Digital Systems,” “The Future of Work and the Digital Economy: The Intersection of Technological Innovation and Human Skills,” and “Bridging the Connectivity Gap – Expanding Digital Access and Laying the Foundations for Global Technological Inclusion.” Additionally, discussions will explore technology-driven investment strategies and the expansion of digital economies.

The congress dedicated sessions to Small and Medium Enterprises (SMEs) within the Entrepreneurship portfolio , including the “Leadership Strategy for SME Growth – Achieving Success at Scale” session, “Building a Scalable Global Business Model for SMEs: Mastering Technology-Driven Growth” session, “Empowering Women Entrepreneurs: Crafting SME Strategies for Societal Impact” session, “Unlocking Finance for the Agriculture Sector to Drive Economic Transformation and Leverage Islamic Finance Opportunities” session, “The Role of SMEs in Creating the Factories of the Future in the Era of Industry 5.0” session and “Building Societal Trust in Digital Economies Through Blockchain Technology” session.

The Startups and Unicorns portfolio will kick off with the Leaders’ Panel, titled “2025 Perspective: Startup Financing Strategies and Exit Plans.” This session will explore the diversity of financing options, including incubator programs, government incentives, self-funding, venture capital, crowdfunding and debt financing—discussing the benefits and risks of each.

The discussion will also cover startup financing strategies and exit plans, as well as the approaches taken by startups and investors in this space. It examines how a well-crafted exit strategy—whether through mergers and acquisitions, initial public offerings (IPOs), or strategic partnerships—can maximize returns for investors and founders.

Key sessions within the Startups and Unicorns track include “European Unicorn Sessions: Restoring Investment Valuations to an Upward Trajectory,” “Growth Strategies for Agri-Tech Startups,” “Entrepreneurs’ Mental Health: Challenges and Opportunities,” and “The Thriving Startup Ecosystem in the MENA Region.”

Participants will also explore the crucial role of leadership in startup success, identifying the key traits of successful startup leaders, alongside discussions on technological advancements and the latest developments in the startup ecosystem.

The Future Cities portfolio will focus on the role of technology investments in smart urban development. The Leaders’ Panel, titled “The Next Horizon – Building Smart Cities through Technology Investment Strategies,” will bring together experts from various sectors to discuss how advanced technologies such as the Internet of Things (IoT), artificial intelligence (AI) and smart infrastructure are shaping future cities. Thus, the strategies required to make them more sustainable and inclusive. Key topics in the Future Cities track include “The Future Architect: Reimagining Cities for the Next Generations,” “The Real Estate Revolution and the Role of PropTech in Urban Housing,” “Digital Twins: Reshaping Urban Planning Through Virtual Worlds,” and “Mobility Systems 2030.”

Panel discussions will be led by investment community leaders and experts, delving into the core portfolios of the AIM Congress, including Foreign Direct Investment (FDI), Global Trade, Startups and Unicorns, Future Cities, Future of Finance, Global Manufacturing, Digital Economy and Entrepreneurs.

CONTACT: Shereen Al Musallami 971 52 699 8032 shereen.almusallami@aimcongress.com

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AEON Integrates with TON to Drive Mass Adoption of In-Store Crypto Payments within the TON Ecosystem

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SINGAPORE, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — AEON, the next-generation payment protocol supporting all major chains to simplify crypto payments and drive crypto mass adoption, is now extending its comprehensive crypto payment solutions to support $TON and TON-native USDT. This strategic move will enable seamless in-store crypto payments and reinforce AEON’s role in transforming the crypto landscape, enhancing the real-world usability of TON and TON-USDT. With this development, AEON’s cutting-edge payment suite will empower millions of users within the TON ecosystem and Telegram’s growing crypto community, facilitating seamless and efficient digital asset transactions.

As part of this expansion, AEON has been featured on TON’s official website, marking a significant step in the integration of AEON’s payment infrastructure within the TON network. This recognition highlights AEON as a key service provider supporting $TON and TON-native USDT for transactions within Telegram and beyond.

Bringing Crypto Payments to Retail with AEON and TON

With the deep integration of TON into Telegram and the growing Web3 ecosystem, AEON is making it easier than ever for users to pay with cryptocurrency in their everyday lives. AEON’s latest development enables users to make in-store payments at a wide range of major retailers, including UNIQLO, McDonald’s, Pizza Hut, and more, using $TON and TON-USDT.

Through AEON Pay, available via popular Web3 wallets like Bitget Wallet and KuCoin Pay, customers can now purchase dining, shopping, and daily essentials in-store. This new functionality transforms TON and TON-USDT from digital assets into practical payment tools, bringing cryptocurrency into the heart of the retail experience.

AEON’s Crypto Payment Advantage

AEON is at the forefront of redefining the crypto payment landscape by offering a flexible and scalable infrastructure that supports multiple blockchains and tokens. This allows users to pay with mainstream cryptocurrencies as well as project-specific tokens, ensuring greater accessibility and convenience for crypto payments.

AEON’s ability to support diverse payment scenarios—from in-store purchases to online checkouts and emerging Web3 services such as subscriptions and tipping—accelerates the adoption of crypto in everyday life. Whether online or in-store, AEON’s ecosystem is fostering a seamless, borderless financial experience that enhances the utility of partner tokens and drives overall crypto adoption.

AEON’s Comprehensive Crypto Payment Suite

AEON’s full-spectrum crypto payment infrastructure is designed to make crypto payments as seamless as traditional finance, supporting diverse payment scenarios:

Web3 Mobile Payment: Enabling users to pay at physical retail locations using both mainstream cryptocurrency and the crypto assets they hold in popular wallets and exchanges with instant settlement. AEON Pay is also available through the Telegram Mini-App @AEONPay_pay_bot.

Online Web3 Payment: Powering e-commerce and digital services with a frictionless, secure Web3 checkout experience.

Swap Pay: Allowing effortless token conversions from different chains at the point of transaction, eliminating payment complexities and optimizing payment flexibility.

Emerging Payment Solutions: Continuously innovating to meet the evolving needs of the Web3 economy like subscriptions, tipping and pre-authorized service, ensuring scalable, borderless, and user-friendly crypto payment options.

AEON’s multi-chain interoperability, great reach and wide support for global merchants, and direct wallet and exchanges integrations make it one of the most advanced and user-centric crypto payment solutions available today.

Shaping the Future of Crypto Payments

By integrating with $TON and expanding the utility of TON-USDT, AEON is setting new standards for crypto payment accessibility, efficiency, and mainstream adoption. This development not only enhances the functionality of the TON blockchain within Telegram’s ecosystem but also reinforces AEON’s position as a pivotal player in the global shift towards crypto payment space.

As AEON continues to broaden its reach, more users and merchants worldwide will benefit from fast, secure, and borderless crypto payments, further bridging the gap between traditional finance and the Web3 economy.

The Open Network (TON) is a global, decentralized blockchain community focused on putting crypto in every pocket. By building the Web3 ecosystem in Telegram Messenger, TON’s vision is to empower 500 million users to own their digital identity, data, and assets by 2028. Learn more at https://ton.org/.

About AEON

AEON is the next-generation crypto payment protocol built to streamline crypto payments and drive crypto mass adoption. Supporting all major chains, including EVM, SVM, BNB ecosystems, and emerging networks like TON, AEON simplifies blockchain complexities and lowers payment hurdles.

AEON streamlines crypto payments with a versatile product suite designed for real-world adoption. Its Web3 Mobile Payment solution enables users to seamlessly pay with crypto assets at local retail stores, covering 10,000 brands and millions of merchants across Southeast Asia, Africa, and Latin America. AEON’s AI Payment feature empowers AI agents to execute crypto transactions on behalf of users, enhancing convenience and automation. Additional solutions include Online Web3 Payment, Swap Pay, and emerging Web3 payment solutions.

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Ostium Launches Competitive Points Program for Trading Activity and Liquidity Provision

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GEORGE TOWN, Cayman Islands, April 2, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Ostium, the pioneering leveraged trading platform for Real World Assets, today announced the launch of its Ostium Points Program, a competitive system tracking user activity and engagement across the platform designed to help incentivize trading, referrals, and liquidity provisioning across its ecosystem. Today the platform enables users to long or short stocks, commodities, indices and currencies.

The program officially launches on Monday, March 31, 2025, with an initial points distribution of 10 million points allocated retroactively to early adopters who have been active on the platform prior to the program launch. Retroactive points emphasize recognizing users on Ostium’s public Mainnet and private Mainnet, testnet, and pre-testnet phases. Visit ostium.app/points to check your points allocation.

500,000 points will be distributed weekly based on user activity. Weekly points distribution may increase and available points will be communicated at the start of each week.

The program is designed to recognize early adopters while creating an engaging competitive environment for all participants. By acknowledging users who contribute to the ecosystem through their trading activity, referrals, and liquidity provision, Ostium aims to further strengthen its community of traders and liquidity providers.

The Ostium Points Program features the following components:

  • Real-time score tracking: Scores update immediately when users trade or provide liquidity. These scores are converted into points at the end of every week.
  • Weekly conversions to points: Every Sunday at midnight UTC, accumulated scores convert to points based on relative participation levels. Score tracking then resets for the new week.
  • Dual scoring system: The program tracks two types of scores: Trading/Referral scores and Liquidity Provision scores. While there are two score categories, they combine into a single points total.
  • Competitive leaderboards: Users can monitor their real-time ranking against other participants in both score categories and in the global points leaderboard.
  • Referral benefits: The program allocates 1 trading score for every 5 trading scores generated by referred users. Users who sign up with a referral code receive a 5% boost on all trading scores.
  • Community contributions: A small portion of weekly points is optionally reserved for substantial open-source contributions to the protocol, such as critical bug reports and technical research.

The Points Program represents the next phase in Ostium’s community development strategy, building on its mainnet launch that brought access to global macro markets for the first time onchain.

The Ostium Points Program begins March 31, 2025, at 10:00 AM ET. Users can view their point allocations and track their scores on the platform’s interface. New points are allocated weekly on Sundays at midnight UTC.

For more information about the Ostium Points Program, visit www.ostium.app/points.

About Ostium

Ostium is the leading leveraged trading platform for Real World Assets offering the first onchain long/short exposure to markets like the Nasdaq, Gold, and Oil. The platform enables users to trade stocks, commodities, indices and currencies. Ostium was founded by alumni from Harvard, Bridgewater, and BlackRock and is supported by top-tier investors such as General Catalyst, LocalGlobe, Susquehanna (SIG), GSR, and Alliance DAO.

Note: The Ostium Points Program is designed for tracking engagement and participation. Points have no monetary value, cannot be transferred, sold, or exchanged for any consideration, and do not represent any ownership interest, investment opportunity, or any right to any future rewards. Ostium reserves the right to modify or terminate the program at any time.

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Bybit x Block Scholes: BTC fell after touching $88K but bearish derivatives trend holds

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DUBAI, UAE, April 1, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bybit, the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, released the latest weekly crypto derivatives analytics report in collaboration with Block Scholes. The report provides insights into macroeconomic developments, the state of crypto spot and derivatives markets, and emerging trading signals.

Key insights

Since bottoming out on March 11, crypto asset prices have climbed steadily over a two-week period, with BTC briefly surpassing $87,000 and ETH recovering above $2,000. XRP has remained relatively stable, while BTC, ETH, and SOL continue to trade below their year-opening levels. SOL, which hit an all-time high in January following Cboe’s Solana Spot ETF filing, also remains down year-to-date. While the broader market has shown signs of recovery, derivatives activity reflects lingering caution. Demand for BTC and ETH put options remains elevated, signaling ongoing hedging behavior.

Cautious rebound in perpetuals

Perpetual open interest stayed flat for most of the week, underscoring a cautious, risk-off tone. A brief market rebound saw BTC rise to $88,000 — a two-week high — triggering modest increases in perpetual trade volume, primarily driven by BTC. Still, volumes remain significantly below those recorded earlier this month, when U.S. President Donald Trump proposed a national crypto reserve centered on the four largest tokens.

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Funding rates suggest persistent bearish sentiment

Despite lower realized volatility and positive price movement among major assets, BTC and ETH perpetual contracts continued to post negative funding rates. This indicates that short sellers are still paying long positions, an ongoing sign of bearish sentiment. In contrast, large-cap altcoins showed more mixed positioning, with funding rates fluctuating between positive and negative without a clear directional bias.

Volatility retreats to yearly lows

Implied volatility declined by 3 to 5 points over the past week, with 30-day options now trading at their lowest levels since the beginning of the year. Realized volatility is also nearing the 30% floor last seen in February. As typically observed in low-volatility periods, options market activity has slowed, with open interest remaining low and relatively balanced between puts and calls. Around $40 million in options expired during the week.

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About Bybit

Bybit is the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency exchange by trading volume, serving a global community of over 60 million users. Founded in 2018, Bybit is redefining openness in the decentralized world by creating a simpler, open and equal ecosystem for everyone. With a strong focus on Web3, Bybit partners strategically with leading blockchain protocols to provide robust infrastructure and drive on-chain innovation. Renowned for its secure custody, diverse marketplaces, intuitive user experience, and advanced blockchain tools, Bybit bridges the gap between TradFi and DeFi, empowering builders, creators, and enthusiasts to unlock the full potential of Web3. Discover the future of decentralized finance at Bybit.com.

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The9 Limited Receives Strategic Investment from Cryptocurrency Investment Funds to Operate Global GameFi Platform

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SINGAPORE, March 31, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The9 Limited (NASDAQ: NCTY) (hereinafter referred to as “The9”), an established Internet company, announced today that it has signed private placement agreements with industry-leading cryptocurrency investment funds Elune Capital, Fine Vision Fund and Bripheno Pte. Ltd. (hereinafter collectively referred to as “the Investors”). Pursuant to the agreement, the Investors will invest US$8 million in The9. The9 will issue Class A common shares to the Investors with share price equal to the average closing price of the 30 consecutive trading days before the signing of the agreements. The shares issued are subject to statutory lock-up period.

The9 will establish a new company to operate its global GameFi platform. The9 will seek cooperation with a worldwide third-party cryptocurrency foundation, and the GameFi coins issued by the foundation will be used as the official cryptocurrency for The9’s global GameFi platform. The9 will also seek cooperation with a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, which will be responsible for promoting cryptocurrency users on its platform to join The9 global GameFi platform.

The9 will issue 302,263,200 stock warrants to investors, each of which represents the right to purchase one Class A common share (equivalent to 1,007,544 ADSs, assuming all warrants are exercised). All warrants have an exercise period of two years. The exercise price of part of the warrants is US$60 per ADS. The other part of the warrants will be divided into two equal batches, and each batch of warrants will be subject to its exercise condition. The exercise conditions are as follows: one-half of the warrants can be exercised after the investor or its business partner signs a strategic cooperation agreement with The9, and the other half of the warrants can be exercised after The9 GameFi platform is launched. The exercise price is the same as the ADS issuance price under these agreements.

George Lai, Executive Director and CFO of The9, said: “This strategic cooperation is an important milestone for The9 to enter into the global GameFi industry. The investment and support from well-known cryptocurrency investment funds will make our new global GameFi platform concept “The Platform is a Big Game” possible. We plan to issue 10% of our shares within 3 years to support the future market, operation and exchange of GameFi coins. The high-dimensional global GameFi platform is different from all previous gaming platforms. We expect the full “coin-share linkage” will attract a large number of diversified gamers, cryptocurrency users and the best Web2 and Web3 games. We look forward to using blockchain technology and cryptocurrency to provide an excellent gaming experience that traditional games cannot provide. We believe that the worldwide cryptocurrency and gaming industries are eager for a GameFi platform that can bring a large scale of traditional gamers into the cryptocurrency world. “Promoting the universal access and application of cryptocurrency in gaming” is the mission and goal of this cooperation. With the strong cryptocurrency user base of the leading global cryptocurrency exchange and The9’s resources and experience in the gaming industry, we believe that our new global GameFi platform will soon become the market leader.”

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About The9 Limited

The9 Limited (The9) is an Internet company listed on Nasdaq in 2004. The9 is committed to become a global diversified high-tech Internet company and is engaged in online games operation and Bitcoin mining business.

About Fine Vision Fund

Fine Vision Fund was established in Singapore in 2022 by Finewill Capital, an internationally renowned investment institution. Fine Vision Fund is dedicated to investing in global game projects and supporting the future of the game industry. The first phase of the fund has a scale of tens of millions of US dollars. It has invested in different game development and distribution projects covering MMORPG, SRPG, Sports, Strategy simulation, and casual games, etc. The fund is enthusiastic about the innovative business model of games and the integration of traditional game development skills with cutting-edge blockchain technology. Through the creation of this international game fund, it aims to infuse new energy into the game and blockchain industry and foster its development and growth.

Fine Vision Fund employs an open operating model. The fund’s contact detail and application channel are publicly accessible to game teams both domestically and internationally, without any strict restrictions on the game type or size. As the project progresses, the total investment will continue to grow. Beyond providing financial support to projects with great business potential, Fine Vision Fund will also offer knowledge sharing and overseas operating experience to game developers.

Fine Vision Fund remains positive about the long-term growth of game industry. It is leveraging its industry resources to support game teams worldwide and strengthening the bridge between the local and global game industries.

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Bitget Lists KiloEx (KILO) in the Innovation and DeFi Zone

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — Bitget, the leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company, has announced the listing of KiloEx (KILO), a DEX focused on risk management and capital efficiency. Trading for KILOI/USDT will commence on 27 March 2025, 13:00 (UTC).


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KiloEx provides fast trades, real-time market tracking, and a user-friendly interface while offering liquidity providers risk-neutral positions and LP-friendly solutions. The operation of KiloEx (KILO) centers on its revolutionary Peer-to-Pool model that creates a more efficient trading environment for both traders and liquidity providers. It also revolutionizes decentralized trading, providing a secure and seamless platform for users to take control of their trades and investments.

With over 783,000 users and $34 billion in total trading volume, KiloEx has established itself as a significant player in the decentralized exchange landscape. KiloEx has secured considerable backing from prominent industry players, with Binance Labs and Foresight Ventures providing funding, giving the project substantial credibility in the cryptocurrency space.

The inclusion of KiloEx on Bitget’s platform aligns with the exchange’s strategy to offer users access to promising Web3 projects. This listing provides an opportunity for traders to engage with a next-generation perpetual DEX fostering a more interconnected and efficient DeFi landscape.

Bitget continues to expand its offerings, positioning itself as a leading platform for cryptocurrency trading. With an extensive selection of over 800 cryptocurrency pairs and a commitment to broaden its offerings to more than 900 trading pairs, Bitget connects users to various ecosystems, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, Base, and TON.

For more information on KiloEx (KILO), users can visit here.

About Bitget

Established in 2018, Bitget is the world’s leading cryptocurrency exchange and Web3 company. Serving over 100 million users in 150+ countries and regions, the Bitget exchange is committed to helping users trade smarter with its pioneering copy trading feature and other trading solutions while offering real-time access to Bitcoin price, Ethereum price, and other cryptocurrency prices. Formerly known as BitKeep, Bitget Wallet is a world-class multi-chain crypto wallet that offers an array of comprehensive Web3 solutions and features including wallet functionality, token swap, NFT Marketplace, DApp browser, and more.

Bitget is at the forefront of driving crypto adoption through strategic partnerships, such as its role as the Official Crypto Partner of the World’s Top Football League, LALIGA, in EASTERN, SEA and LATAM markets, as well as a global partner of Turkish National athletes Buse Tosun Çavuşoğlu (Wrestling world champion), Samet Gümüş (Boxing gold medalist) and İlkin Aydın (Volleyball national team), to inspire the global community to embrace the future of cryptocurrency.

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From Dubai to Bali: Crypto Content Creator Campus Continues to Empower the Crypto Content Ecosystem

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DUBAI, UAE, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — The Crypto Content Creator Campus (CCCC) is set to launch a special pilot edition in Bali from April 10 to 13, 2025. Exclusively sponsored by Bybit, the event marks CCCC’s official debut in Asia Pacific and will center on the theme: Build Crypto Ark, Bit by Bit.

Hosted in one of Asia’s most iconic destinations, CCCC Bali 2025 will bring together around 150 top crypto content creators in Asia Pacific. Alongside them, five prominent speakers will deliver insights into creator growth, audience conversion, and sustainable monetization in the Web3 space. This exclusive, two-day experience will unite some of the biggest names in crypto, content creation, and blockchain for a high-energy, invite-only gathering packed with expert insights, networking, and entertainment.

From Dubai to Bali: Crypto Content Creator Campus Continues to Empower the Crypto Content Ecosystem

High-profile crypto influencers and key opinion leaders are expected to attend, including RTA, Head of Trading at RTA Business School; Gong Youchai, co-founder of ANGELAB Quantitative and Blackwater Holding; and MoMo, a leading on-chain arbitrage trader. Other well-known figures with massive online followings — such as Phyrex, BITWU, and Little Penguin — will also share their expertise and engage with the community.

“Following the successful CCCC Dubai 2024, we’re thrilled to extend our vision to the vibrant Asia-Pacific crypto community – a place bursting with energy, ambition, and an insatiable appetite for crypto knowledge,” said Phoebe Peng, Managing Director of CCCC. “This upcoming event will foster collaboration and equip content creators with creativity to monetize their passion.”

Bali was chosen as the launchpad for CCCC’s APAC debut not only for its vibrant crypto community, but also for its unique blend of natural beauty and cultural richness — a perfect backdrop to inspire creativity, collaboration, and meaningful storytelling. CCCC aims to empower Asia-Pacific creators in a setting that fuels both imagination and impact.

About Crypto Content Creator Campus (CCCC)
CCCC is a team of industry experts and visionaries committed to shaping the future of content creation within the Web3 and crypto sphere. Driven by a shared passion for creating a high-value community, we’ve curated a campus that promises an experience unlike any other.

For more details about CCCC, please visit: https://www.cccc.buzz/
For inquiries, please contact: hello@cccc.buzz

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MEXC Announces Listing of Kinto (K) with Massive 12,800 K & 50,000 USDT Prize Pool

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 28, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a leading global cryptocurrency exchange, is excited to announce the upcoming listing of Kinto (K) on March 31, 2025. To celebrate, MEXC is launching exclusive events with a combined prize pool of 12,800 K & 50,000 USDT in bonuses, offering traders the opportunity to earn substantial rewards while engaging with the Kinto ecosystem.

MEXC Announces Listing of Kinto (K) with Massive 12,800 K & 50,000 USDT Prize Pool

Kinto is a modular exchange (MEX) that combines the advantages of both centralized (CEX) and decentralized exchanges (DEX), offering users a compliant and seamless trading experience. Founded by a team of blockchain developers and financial experts, Kinto operates on a strong community governance model that enables users to actively shape the platform’s future.

The K token ($K) serves as both the governance and utility token within the Kinto ecosystem, granting holders governance rights, staking opportunities, and rewards for participation.

To celebrate the listing of Kinto (K), MEXC has launched a series of exciting events with low entry requirements and a simple participation process, ensuring that users with different needs can easily join and share generous rewards.

Below are the key details of the events:

MEXC has established itself as an industry leader by consistently providing users with early access to promising Web3 projects. In 2024, MEXC introduced 2,376 new tokens, with 1,716 of those being initial listings. According to the latest TokenInsight report, MEXC leads the industry with the highest number of spot listings, at 461, and the fastest listing speed. Additionally, the exchange consistently adds new tokens in bi-weekly cycles, showcasing its exceptional ability to capture market trends quickly.

Looking ahead, MEXC will continue to enhance its platform by providing advantages such as low fees, deep liquidity, a wide selection of trending tokens, and daily airdrops, enabling traders to access high-potential projects early, receive generous rewards, and enjoy an optimal trading experience.

For full event details and participation rules, visit here.

About MEXC

Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto.” Serving over 34 million users across 170+ countries, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, everyday airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering secure and efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.

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CROSS Protocol Completes $10M Private Sale, Sets Equal Pricing for Public Offering

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SEOUL, South Korea, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — CROSS Protocol, a blockchain gaming pioneer, has secured $10 million in its private token sale while establishing an unprecedented equal pricing model for all investors.


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The company sold 100 million tokens—10% of its planned 1 billion supply—at $0.10 per token, a price that will remain consistent for its upcoming public sale.

“It’s fair that passionate early investors pay the same, whether private or public,” said NEXUS CEO Henry Chang in a statement on X. This approach marks a significant departure from industry norms, where early private investors typically receive substantial discounts.

While many crypto projects offer discounted rates during private sales, CROSS Protocol is challenging this norm by ensuring a level playing field for all participants. This commitment to fairness and trust underpins the project’s transparent and equitable approach to ecosystem development.

Global crypto outlet BeInCrypto recently highlighted CROSS Protocol’s readiness to outpace traditional blockchain gaming projects, pointing to the project’s developer-friendly SDK, robust API, and comprehensive framework for building in-game economies as key differentiators.

Industry experts are closely watching CROSS as it gears up for its public sale and subsequent distribution strategy. “Actions speak louder than words.” CEO Chang tweeted, underscoring the rapid expansion and decisive execution of the CROSS ecosystem.

As CROSS prepares to make its mark on the blockchain gaming market with a fair pricing model and robust developer support, the crypto community eagerly anticipates its next steps.

About CROSS

CROSS Protocol is a blockchain-based gaming infrastructure that integrates Web2 user accessibility with Web3 digital asset ownership, operating on an Ethereum sidechain. Developed by NEXUS, a multi-platform gaming provider, and governed by the Switzerland-based non-profit Opengame Foundation, the protocol supports a system of verifiable digital ownership. Its native token is used to facilitate on-chain in-game transactions within a transparent framework aimed at aligning the interests of developers and players across both traditional and blockchain-based gaming environments.

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MEXC DEX+ Supports BSC Chain, Enabling Seamless Trading of Popular Multi-Chain Assets

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VICTORIA, Seychelles, March 26, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — MEXC, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has officially announced that its innovative product, DEX+, now supports Binance Smart Chain. This milestone advances MEXC’s efforts to connect centralized finance (CeFi) with decentralized finance (DeFi) through multi-chain trading, offering users low-cost, high-potential investment opportunities in the BSC ecosystem.


MEXC DEX+ Supports BSC Chain, Enabling Seamless Trading of Popular Multi-Chain Assets

DEX+ now fully supports the Solana ecosystem, integrating with popular liquidity sources such as pump.fun, PumpSwap, and Raydium, and offering access to over 10,000 on-chain assets. With the recent addition of BSC support, DEX+ also aggregates top DEXs like PancakeSwap, covering more than 5,000 popular tokens, including DeFi projects and memecoins. Looking ahead, DEX+ plans to integrate more leading DEXs across BSC, continuously enhancing liquidity depth and evolving into a one-stop, multi-chain trading platform. This upgrade enables a seamless “one account, multi-chain trading” experience, delivering CEX-level performance without the complexity of wallet creation or management. Users can now trade tens of thousands of assets across the Solana and BSC ecosystems, gaining early access to promising on-chain investment opportunities.

BSC is renowned for its low gas fees and high transaction throughput, fueling the rise of leading DEXs like PancakeSwap. The recent surge in BSC memecoins has significantly boosted trading volume across the ecosystem, underscoring the growth potential of early-stage alpha tokens. With its rapid integration of BSC, DEX+ empowers users to access these trending assets early and seize high-return investment opportunities. In addition, DEX+ has upgraded its “Smart Money” feature, delivering real-time insights into tokens with high trading volumes, strong community traction, and notable growth potential. This allows users to better identify undervalued assets and optimize their investment strategies.

Tracy Jin, Chief Operating Officer of MEXC, stated: “Integrating BSC marks a significant milestone in DEX+’s multi-chain strategy. Our goal is to provide users with broader access to on-chain investment opportunities, support the continued growth of the crypto ecosystem, and drive the true convergence of DeFi and CeFi. Through continuous cross-chain innovation, DEX+ empowers users to explore wealth opportunities across multiple blockchains—using just one account—ensuring a smooth and seamless transition from CeFi to DeFi.”

Looking ahead, DEX+ plans to extend support to more leading blockchain networks including Ethereum, Arbitrum, Polygon, Avalanche, and zkSync, further enhancing liquidity and broadening asset coverage to build a seamless, efficient, and robust full-ecosystem trading platform. As DeFi trading volumes continue to rise, the deep integration of CeFi and DeFi is becoming an increasingly recognized industry trend. By leveraging its innovative liquidity solutions and technological strengths, DEX+ is at the forefront of this evolution—delivering a simpler, more efficient trading experience, while cementing its position as a global leader in the cryptocurrency market.

About MEXC

Founded in 2018, MEXC is committed to being “Your Easiest Way to Crypto“. Serving over 34 million users across 170+ countries and regions, MEXC is known for its broad selection of trending tokens, frequent airdrop opportunities, and low trading fees. Our user-friendly platform is designed to support both new traders and experienced investors, offering efficient access to digital assets. MEXC prioritizes simplicity and innovation, making crypto trading more accessible and rewarding.

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