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El Salvador, under President Nayib Bukele, has become a leader in cryptocurrency adoption since 2021, with a focus on Bitcoin as legal tender. Educational Initiatives: The government is educating 80,000 public servants about Bitcoin to enhance understanding and trust among the populace.

Toncoin and ether have dropped approximately 4% and 5% in value, respectively, contributing to a 3.6% decline in the overall cryptocurrency market capitalization. Over the past 24 hours, the crypto market saw more than $144 million in long liquidations, with 60,287 traders affected.

New Zealand plans to adopt the OECD's Crypto-Asset Reporting Framework (CARF) for enhanced crypto oversight starting April 2026. Stricter reporting laws will require crypto service providers to collect and submit transaction data to Inland Revenue by June 30, 2027.

Quidax becomes the first local crypto exchange in Nigeria to receive a provisional operating license from the SEC. The Nigerian government is showing a willingness to innovate and build trust in the crypto ecosystem, according to Quidax's CEO.

A mini-app on Telegram has garnered over 300,000 signatures supporting the release of CEO Pavel Durov, who was recently detained in France. The letter, accessible through the mini-app, advocates for Durov's freedom, emphasizing the importance of free speech.

Thailand has elected its youngest Prime Minister, Paetongtarn Shinawatra, a 37-year-old political newcomer from the influential Shinawatra family, marking a significant moment in the nation's political landscape. Paetongtarn is the daughter of former PM Thaksin Shinawatra.

Nasdaq is seeking SEC approval to launch Bitcoin index options aimed at institutional investors, potentially enhancing market liquidity. The proposed options will be based on the CME CF Bitcoin Real-Time Index, which tracks Bitcoin futures and options on the CME Group platform.