Kamino plans to allow higher borrowing limits for certain cross-chain assets secured by Chainlink’s Cross-Chain Interoperability Protocol (CCIP). The Solana-based lending platform says the decision follows a security review as...
Ripple has expanded its stablecoin reach into Türkiye after partnering with Inveo Kripto to introduce RLUSD on its bank-custodied crypto platform. The launch gives retail and institutional investors access to...
Stellar has announced its upcoming Bell network upgrade, which targets institutional adoption, faster transaction processing, and stronger security against quantum computing threats. The Protocol 30 update introduces new address capabilities...
Utah Attorney General Derek Brown has sued prediction market platform Kalshi, alleging that its sports and political event contracts violate state gambling laws. The lawsuit seeks to halt the platform’s...
Mastercard has opened early access to its Agent Pay for Machines platform, allowing developers to test payment tools for autonomous AI agents. The initiative follows successful pilots involving Coinbase, Base,...
Bitcoin could return 10% a year over the next 10 to 15 years, according to JPMorgan Asset Management. The firm’s forecast puts it ahead of stocks, gold and real estate,...
Crypto exchange OKX has launched a new US protection program offering eligible customers up to $500,000 for compromised accounts. The initiative aims to strengthen customer confidence as cryptocurrency scams continue...
Bitcoin climbed above $83,000 on October 20 as reports of a potential US-Iran peace deal lifted investor sentiment. However, conflicting accounts raised doubts about whether Washington and Tehran were close...
The Hyperliquid Policy Center (HPC) has urged the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to refine its proposed crypto regulations. The organization wants clearer rules for token airdrops, secondary trading,...
Coinbase and payments network Thunes have partnered to expand stablecoin payments across international markets, allowing businesses and individuals to send funds to local bank accounts and mobile wallets. Announced October...
Multicoin Capital has identified Hyperliquid’s HYPE token as its largest hedge fund position, reinforcing its commitment to cryptocurrency investments despite growing interest in artificial intelligence. The firm manages approximately $2.7...
Zerohash has launched AUTH, a new tool that simplifies cryptocurrency transfers by eliminating manual wallet addresses and blockchain network selection. The product connects custodial and self-custody accounts, helping users move...
A survey by the National Cryptocurrency Association (NCA) and The Harris Poll found that 42% of U.S. adults would favor banks offering cryptocurrency services. Published October 19, the report also...
Metaplanet has secured shareholder approval to acquire a 93.7% stake in Nasdaq-listed Super League through a transaction involving 2,100 Bitcoin and $2.5 million in cash. The deal would give the...
Mastercard has launched a service to help financial institutions screen stablecoin payments for fraud, sanctions violations and other financial crime risks before transactions are recorded on the blockchain. Announced at...
Mesh and Visa have partnered to let consumers spend cryptocurrency and stablecoin balances at more than 175 million merchant locations worldwide. Announced October 19, the integration connects digital wallets to...
Sen. Cynthia Lummis criticized Democrats on October 17 for opposing the Digital Asset Market CLARITY Act, arguing that negotiations had addressed concerns they previously raised. The Wyoming Republican pointed to...
Higher interest rates on bank deposits could slow the growth of stablecoins, according to new research from the Bank for International Settlements (BIS). A one-basis-point increase in deposit rates could...
Pump.fun has introduced a referral program offering users $50 when a referred trader deposits $50 and trades through its app. The Solana-based platform announced the program on X on October...
Charles Schwab has expanded Bitcoin and Ether trading to all eligible retail clients and plans to add Solana, Avalanche and Chainlink by the end of 2026. CEO Rick Wurster announced...
Japan’s three largest banking groups have completed their first joint yen stablecoin trials, marking a significant step toward modernizing corporate payments and cross-border settlements. MUFG, Mizuho, and SMBC partnered with...
Ledger received reports of suspected hardware tampering months before its October security incident, raising questions about its response to potential customer risks. Former Mt. Gox CEO Mark Karpelès said at...
A Republican-aligned political committee linked to the crypto industry has spent $46.67 million targeting former Ohio Senator Sherrod Brown and supporting Republican Jon Husted. The expenditure exceeds Fairshake’s original $30...
Coinbase is expanding its payments business through a partnership with Marqeta that will allow businesses to offer cards funded by stablecoin holdings. The collaboration combines Coinbase’s digital asset infrastructure with...
A Manhattan federal judge has rejected a joint request by the U.S. Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) and Gemini Trust Co. to overturn a $5 million settlement reached in January...