Israel has officially approved the launch of its first shekel-backed stablecoin, marking a significant step in the country’s evolving digital finance landscape. The authorization follows a two-year regulatory evaluation led...Read More
The controversy surrounding Pump.fun’s shift from a 100% buyback model to a 50% buyback structure reflects a deeper tension at the heart of the crypto industry: the clash between short-term...Read More
Global payments giant Visa has significantly expanded its stablecoin settlement initiative, pushing its annualized transaction volume to approximately $7 billion. The company revealed the update on Wednesday, highlighting a 50%...Read More
Western Union is preparing to enter the stablecoin market, with plans to launch its US dollar-backed digital token, USDPT, as early as May. The move signals a significant shift for...Read More
The UK government has unveiled plans to accelerate the adoption of tokenised finance by appointing a dedicated “wholesale digital markets champion” to coordinate industry-wide efforts and strengthen the country’s position...Read More
Major cryptocurrencies posted modest losses on Monday as geopolitical tensions between the United States and Iran escalated over the weekend, triggering sharp reactions across traditional markets. While digital assets declined,...Read More
Japanese conglomerate Mitsubishi Corporation is preparing to integrate blockchain technology into its global payment operations through a system developed by JPMorgan Chase, marking another step in the growing adoption of...Read More
Brad Garlinghouse, chief executive of Ripple Labs, has cautioned that the cryptocurrency market does not require an abundance of US dollar-backed stablecoins, arguing that credibility and regulatory compliance will ultimately...Read More
Mastercard has announced plans to acquire BVNK in a deal worth up to $1.8 billion, marking its largest investment in the digital asset space to date. The move signals a...Read More
Africa’s cryptocurrency industry is entering a more structured phase of development, with improved fraud prevention systems and stronger identity verification processes helping to reduce financial crime across the sector. This...Read More
