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The U.S. Department of the Treasury has lifted sanctions against Tornado Cash, a decentralized cryptocurrency mixer, effectively legalizing its use for American citizens. This move reverses the August 2022 sanctions imposed by the Office of Foreign Assets Control, which had accused the platform of facilitating money laundering activities, including transactions linked to North Korea’s Lazarus Group . Tornado Cash, launched in 2019, is an Ethereum-based protocol that enhances transaction privacy by allowing users to obfuscate the origins and destinations of their cryptocurrency transfers. While this service caters to individuals seeking financial privacy, it has also been exploited by malicious actors to launder illicit funds. The Treasury Department had alleged that Tornado Cash was used to launder over $7 billion in virtual currency, including $455 million stolen by the Lazarus Group. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent commented on the decision, stating, “Digital assets present enormous opportunities for innovation and value creation for the American people. Securing the digital asset industry from abuse by North Korea and other illicit actors is essential to establishing U.S. leadership and ensuring that the American people can benefit from financial innovation and inclusion.” Critics argued that sanctioning open-source software infringed upon free speech and technological innovation. In response, a group of Tornado Cash users, supported by cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase, filed a lawsuit challenging the sanctions. In November 2024, a federal appeals court ruled in favor of the plaintiffs, stating that the Treasury had overstepped its authority. The court emphasized that Tornado Cash’s immutable smart contracts did not qualify as “property” under federal law, thereby falling outside the scope of the International Emergency Economic Powers Act. Judge Don Willett noted that while the technology could be misused , it was the role of Congress, not the courts, to amend relevant laws.

The end of the interminable procedure between the SEC and Ripple surprised no one, as investors were already anticipating this withdrawal due to a pro-crypto shift prompted by the Trump administration. While the announcement marked the closure of one of the most emblematic legal cases in the sector, the markets had already factored in this outcome well before its officialization. On March 19, Brad Garlinghouse, CEO of Ripple , officially announced the decision of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission to withdraw its appeal. “The SEC just filed for surrender,” he stated . He characterized this outcome as a “resounding victory.” This announcement puts an end to one of the longest and most followed legal battles in the sector. The procedure was initiated in December 2020, when the SEC accused Ripple of raising $1.3 billion through the unregistered sale of securities in the form of its XRP token. Several intermediate judicial decisions had gradually eroded the regulator’s position, leading to this total disengagement. The factual elements that make up the core of this dispute are numerous: This decision now paves the way for Ripple’s domestic activities to resume, which have been significantly hindered since 2020 due to the exclusion of XRP from many U.S. exchange platforms. The SEC’s definitive withdrawal likewise prevents the establishment of a regulatory precedent applicable to other crypto projects. The end of the litigation immediately influenced the markets. XRP recorded a 13 % increase, peaking at $2.56. In the wake, Bitcoin gained 2.2 %, climbing to $84,096, while Ethereum jumped 6.6 % reaching $2,031. While the SEC’s announcement triggered an immediate response in XRP’s price, several analysts temper the enthusiasm. Nicolai Sondergaard, an analyst at Nansen, stated: “it was, to be honest, already expected at this stage.” Moreover, he adds that “the macroeconomic situation and general uncertainty don’t really favor XRP.” He explains that the market had already anticipated the abandonment of the proceedings, which limits the scope of the initial rebound observed in the markets. This lack of momentum would also be tied to a generally low-dynamic atmosphere across the crypto market. Despite this short-term inertia, some technical signals suggest a more pronounced bullish potential in the coming weeks. Graphical configurations identified by several observers suggest a possibility of a 75 % rise for XRP by June. The token bounced on the lower trendline of a technical triangle, with an interim target set at $2.35 and a potential peak at $4.35, if the bullish breakout is confirmed. Conversely, a break below the base of the triangle could invalidate this scenario, bringing the price back around $1.28. Beyond the technical considerations, resolving the case with the SEC could produce lasting effects on the regulatory climate and the perception of the crypto sector. Radin from Fideum believes that this development will have a “long-term positive effect on the market due to the change in narrative,” with a more open regulator and a more favorable institutional dynamic. In a context of political repositioning and heightened expectations surrounding cryptos, XRP could benefit from renewed momentum if external conditions align.

Facing the strategic urgency, France is changing course: to support its defense industry, the State is asking citizens to invest at least 500 euros in a fund managed by Bpifrance. An unprecedented call for popular savings, against a backdrop of increasing geopolitical tensions and accelerated rearmament, which intrigues as much as it raises questions about the risks and ambitions of such a financial commitment. The Minister of Economy unveiled this week a new participatory financing initiative aimed at supporting companies in the defense industry. A fund of 450 million euros will be set up by Bpifrance, and the French will have the opportunity to invest starting from 500 euros. Eric Lombard, CEO of Bpifrance, states that “the goal is to provide equity to companies in the sector, which need to raise 5 billion euros to increase their industrial capacities.” This fundraising aims to support key players in armament and defense so they can respond to the new orders from the State and the growing needs of the international market. The main characteristics of this investment are: “It is corporate capital, it takes time for companies to ramp up,” explained Eric Lombard. He emphasizes the necessity of a long-term commitment. The goal is to enable manufacturers to increase their production capacities, particularly in the sectors of military aerospace, armored vehicles, and cybersecurity technologies. The idea of directing citizens’ savings towards defense in France fits into a broader logic of reorienting private capital towards strategic sectors. But beyond the investment opportunity, the question of financial risk arises sharply. Unlike traditional savings products, this fund falls under private equity, a sector with high return potential in France, but also more volatile. The government has so far provided no guarantee of returns, which raises questions about the attractiveness of this investment. While some experts see this initiative as an opportunity for citizens to actively support the national industry, others worry about the lack of visibility on the profitability of the operation. “These will be good investments, as we will need to increase our defense efforts over the long term,” attempted to reassure Eric Lombard, without providing concrete elements on the prospects of gains. On the political and economic front, this initiative could open the door to other mechanisms for mobilizing private savings to finance key sectors in France. In the longer term, if the success is achieved, other strategic industries like energy or aerospace could benefit from similar arrangements. It remains to be seen if the French will respond to this call for patriotic investment, or if they will prefer more secure investments in an already uncertain economic context.

Nigeria signals openness to crypto despite Binance dispute Despite its $81.5 billion lawsuit against Binance, Nigeria says it remains open to crypto businesses. Information Minister Mohammed Idris stressed the goal is regulation, not restriction. According to Cointelegraph, the