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Stablecoins Are About to Eat the Payments Industry — Here’s the Data
Stablecoins processed $28 trillion in 2025, projected to reach $1.5 quadrillion by 2035 due to wealth transfer and crypto mainstreaming.
Bitcoin Depot reveals $3.7 million stolen from company wallets in security breach
Bitcoin Depot lost $3.7 million in Bitcoin due to a security breach affecting company wallets.
Bitcoin gets its first working prototype of quantum-resistant wallet rescue tool
Lightning Labs CTO Olaoluwa Osuntokun has developed a prototype tool to recover Bitcoin wallets if emergency quantum-defense protocols are activated.
Trump’s WLFI Drops 10% as Sanctions Tie and $440M Collateral Bet Collide
World Liberty Financial's WLFI token fell 10% amid controversies over potential ties to sanctioned figures and risky treasury collateral management.
Bitcoin’s Ceasefire Rally Dies Fast as War Chaos Returns
Bitcoin's price quickly retreated below $71,000 as renewed Middle East conflict and hawkish Federal Reserve signals overshadowed a short-lived ceasefire rally.
US Iran Ceasefire Boosts Bitcoin, Stocks: Will It Hold?
A US-Iran ceasefire briefly boosted Bitcoin and stocks, but derivatives and regulatory concerns suggest a fragile rally.
Trump Pardon Recipient Gives $5.3 Million to Farage’s Reform UK
BitMEX co-founder Ben Delo donated £4 million to Nigel Farage’s Reform UK party and plans to relocate to Britain to bypass donation caps.
Canary Capital files spot PEPE ETF application with SEC
Canary Capital has filed an S-1 application with the SEC to launch an exchange-traded fund tracking the spot price of the PEPE memecoin.
Trump Weighs NATO Troop Shakeup as Punishment: Could Tariffs Be Next?
President Trump is considering relocating US troops from unhelpful NATO allies while implementing economic pressure over disagreements regarding the Iran conflict.
Adam Back Says Quantum Threat to Bitcoin Is Decades Away, Urges Gradual Migration to Post-Quantum Security
Blockstream CEO Adam Back argues that quantum threats to Bitcoin are decades away but advocates for proactive migration to quantum-resistant security standards.
Bored Ape Yacht Club maker Yuga Labs settles with ‘expressive appropriation artist’ Ryder Ripps in long-running trademark case
Yuga Labs has reached a settlement with Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen, ending a long-standing trademark dispute over their Bored Ape NFT project.
US SEC Names New Enforcer as Questions Loom over Agency‘s Direction
The SEC has appointed David Woodcock as its new enforcement director amid legislative scrutiny regarding the agency's recent dismissal of certain crypto-related cases.
MicroStrategy’s Michael Saylor Doesn’t Buy The Adam Back Is Satoshi Story
Michael Saylor dismissed claims identifying Adam Back as Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, citing a lack of cryptographic proof.
Bitcoin Has 3–5 Years to Prepare for Quantum Risk: Bernstein
Bernstein reports that Bitcoin has a manageable three to five-year window to implement quantum-resistant upgrades before quantum computing poses significant cryptographic risks.
Nunchuk Releases Open-Source Tools for Bitcoin Agents With Bounded Authority
Nunchuk has launched open-source tools that enable AI agents to manage Bitcoin wallets under strict, human-defined transaction limits and security policies.
Standard Chartered is Taking Over Full Crypto Custody Platform Zodia
Standard Chartered is restructuring to bring Zodia Custody's client operations in-house while transitioning Zodia into a standalone software technology provider.
Bitcoin rebounds as oil cools but Trump impeachment odds show markets still on edge
Bitcoin rose as oil prices cooled following a ceasefire, though high impeachment odds indicate persistent political uncertainty.
SEC appoints David Woodcock as new enforcement director amid concerns over previous lead, agency’s crypto cases
The SEC has named David Woodcock as its new enforcement director following the controversial departure of his predecessor amid shifting crypto policy.
Michael Saylor says bitcoin has likely bottomed, quantum risk overblown
Michael Saylor suggests Bitcoin has hit its bottom and asserts that banking and digital credit will drive the next bull market.
New XFUNDS ETF toggles between bitcoin overnight and Treasuries by day
XFUNDS has launched the NGHT ETF, which captures bitcoin overnight returns while holding U.S. Treasuries during daytime market hours.
Bitcoin Price Targets $90K as Bulls Buy BTC Aggressively on Binance
Bitcoin is eyeing $90,000 following a breakout above $72,000, supported by a surge in aggressive buying activity on Binance.
Bitcoin Spot Demand Rises As $72K May Define Next Move
Bitcoin demand is strengthening as buyers return to the market, with the $72,000 price level serving as a key indicator for future momentum.
Standard Chartered plans to merge parts of Zodia Custody into its digital assets division
Standard Chartered intends to integrate Zodia Custody’s client-facing operations into its own digital asset division to strengthen its institutional crypto service offerings.
Yuga Labs settles Bored Ape NFT lawsuit, ending fight over alleged copycat tokens
Yuga Labs has settled its trademark infringement lawsuit against Ryder Ripps and Jeremy Cahen over their RR/BAYC NFT collection.
Back to Back: New York Times puts Satoshi target on Adam Back again as $78 billion BTC stash triggers security fears
The New York Times has linked Blockstream co-founder Adam Back to Satoshi Nakamoto, sparking concerns over his physical safety and Bitcoin's decentralization.
US Treasury unveils proposed stablecoin rules targeting money laundering, sanctions
The U.S. Treasury has proposed new rules for stablecoin issuers to strengthen anti-money laundering and sanctions compliance under the GENIUS Act.
The Protocol: Bernstein says quantum threat to Bitcoin is real but manageable
Wall Street firm Bernstein reports that while quantum computing poses a growing threat to Bitcoin, the risk remains a manageable, long-term upgrade challenge.
Can Silver Price Ride the Ceasefire Wave Past $100? A Falling Dollar Opens the Door
Silver's potential climb to $100 depends on a technical cup breakout, a weakening US dollar, and renewed physical demand.
$5 Billion in Year One? Bold Prediction On Morgan Stanley’s Bitcoin ETF
Morgan Stanley has launched its MSBT Bitcoin ETF, with analysts predicting $5 billion in assets under management within its first year.
Circle rolls out USDC payments platform that lets users pay without holding stablecoins
Circle launched CPN Managed Payments, allowing firms to leverage stablecoin efficiency without needing to hold USDC themselves.
U.S. Treasury to propose demands that stablecoin firms be set to police bad transactions
The U.S. Treasury is proposing new rules requiring stablecoin issuers to implement strict controls to detect and block illicit financial transactions.
Adam Back denies being Satoshi Nakamoto amid New York Times investigation
Adam Back denies being Satoshi Nakamoto, refuting a New York Times investigation's claims based on stylometric analysis and circumstantial evidence.
Iran wants Bitcoin as payment to guarantee ships safe passage through the Strait of Hormuz – FT
Iran is reportedly planning to charge oil tankers a Bitcoin-denominated toll to pass through the Strait of Hormuz to bypass traditional financial sanctions.
NYT Names Adam Back as Bitcoin’s Creator, but Back Says No
The New York Times identified Adam Back as Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto, but Back has firmly denied the claim.
Polygon Labs explores raising up to $100 million to launch stablecoin payment unit
Polygon Labs seeks $100 million in funding to develop a new unit dedicated to stablecoin payment infrastructure and services.
Standard Chartered is looking to take over crypto custody provider Zodia: Bloomberg
Standard Chartered is reportedly planning to fully acquire Zodia Custody to integrate it into its existing digital asset operations.
BeInCrypto Institutional 100 Awards Nomination: Fireblocks for Best Digital Asset Custody Provider
Fireblocks has been nominated for the BeInCrypto Institutional 100 Awards for its market-leading digital asset custody and infrastructure services.
Pharos raises $44 million in Series A to power real-world asset tokenization
Pharos, an RWA network, secured $44 million in Series A funding at a $1 billion valuation to advance real-world asset tokenization.
White House Says Banning Stablecoin Yield Would Hurt Consumers More Than It Helps Banks
A White House economic report concludes that banning stablecoin yields provides minimal benefits to banks while harming consumers through lost competitive returns.
Bitcoin payments allowed for Hormuz tanker tolls as Iran seeks up to $2 million per ship: FT
Iran is introducing transit fees for oil tankers in the Strait of Hormuz, accepting cryptocurrency payments to bypass the U.S. dollar system.
Adam Back denies he’s Satoshi Nakamoto after a new report claims he’s Bitcoin’s (BTC) creator
Cryptographer Adam Back refuted claims made by The New York Times that he is the pseudonymous creator of Bitcoin, Satoshi Nakamoto.
Bernstein says quantum is a ‘manageable upgrade cycle’ for Bitcoin, not an existential threat
Bernstein analysts argue that quantum computing advancements pose a manageable upgrade challenge for Bitcoin rather than an existential threat to the network.
Zcash Soars 30% After US–Iran Ceasefire: Is ZEC Breakout a Bull Trap?
Zcash rallied 30% following a US-Iran ceasefire, but analysts warn of a potential bull trap similar to its 2021 market performance.
After the $285M Drift hack, new Solana scare shows crypto’s next security risk may already be inside
Recent hacks demonstrate that crypto security threats often originate from insider infiltration and social engineering rather than just smart contract vulnerabilities.
Pi Network Price Eyes $0.189 as 3 Indicators Suggest Bullish Reversal
Pi Network's price shows potential for a bullish reversal as three key technical indicators suggest fading selling pressure and rising accumulation.
CZ Memoir Rekindles Feud with OKX Founder Star Xu
Changpeng Zhao's new memoir has reignited a public dispute with OKX founder Star Xu over past allegations of contract forgery and exchange management.
Quantum threat to Bitcoin is real, but manageable, according to Wall Street broker Bernstein
Wall Street broker Bernstein suggests that while quantum computing poses risks to Bitcoin, it is a manageable long-term system upgrade challenge.
Morgan Stanley’s low-cost spot Bitcoin ETF launches to meet ‘growing client interest’ in crypto
Morgan Stanley has launched its MSBT spot Bitcoin ETF, offering the market's lowest sponsor fee at 0.14% to capture growing client demand.
Bitcoin Miner Cango Sells 2,000 BTC, Cuts BTC Production Cost by 19%
Cango reduced its Bitcoin production costs by 19% and sold 2,000 BTC to pay down debt as part of a new lean-production strategy.
3 Signals Suggest Bitcoin May Be Entering an Accumulation Zone
Multiple on-chain indicators suggest Bitcoin is in an accumulation phase as short-term traders exit and institutional interest grows.
Standard Chartered weighs integrating Zodia Custody with corporate bank arm: Bloomberg
Standard Chartered is considering merging parts of its crypto custody unit, Zodia Custody, with its corporate bank arm.
Iran eyes crypto toll for oil tanker transits through Strait of Hormuz
Iran plans to charge cryptocurrency transit fees of $1 per barrel for fully loaded oil tankers passing through the Strait of Hormuz.
Bitcoin’s quantum threat is distant, but migration clock is ticking, says Adam Back
Blockstream CEO Adam Back urges the Bitcoin industry to begin a decade-long transition to quantum-resistant wallet formats despite current hardware limitations.
Morgan Stanley's bitcoin ETF opens today, giving BlackRock’s $55 billion IBIT fund its toughest rival yet
Morgan Stanley has launched the MSBT bitcoin ETF, aiming to challenge BlackRock's IBIT by leveraging lower fees and a massive wealth management distribution network.
South Korea Tightens Crypto Withdrawal Delay Exemptions
South Korea is tightening rules for crypto withdrawal-delay exemptions to combat rising voice-phishing fraud and financial losses.
CEXs and DEXs Are Not Competitors. They Are Different Contracts.
Centralized and decentralized exchanges are not direct competitors, but rather distinct models defined by the allocation of responsibility and custodial trust.
Bitcoin buyers gobbled up nearly 850,000 BTC between $60,000 and $70,000
Data from Glassnode reveals that investors purchased over 844,000 BTC during recent price dips between $60,000 and $70,000.
South Korea Eyes FX Oversight for Stablecoins in Draft Bill
South Korea is drafting legislation to classify stablecoins as foreign exchange instruments and mandate trust custody for tokenized real-world assets.
‘Blocks Are Dead. Long Live Blobs’: Ethereum researchers explore upgrade to ease validator data burden
Ethereum researchers are proposing EIP-8142, which moves execution data into blobs to reduce validator bandwidth requirements and improve network scalability.
Thailand SEC Seeks to Expand Crypto Shareholder Approval Rules
The Thai SEC is proposing new regulations to mandate oversight of financiers backing major shareholders in cryptocurrency businesses to prevent money laundering.
From the Newsroom to the C-Suite: Vugar Usi Zade’s Path from BeInCrypto to CEO of MEXC
Former BeInCrypto CMO Vugar Usi Zade has been appointed CEO of the global cryptocurrency exchange MEXC.
Ceasefire lifts bitcoin, but animal spirits may not return just yet
A U.S.-Iran ceasefire and anticipated ETF activity have boosted Bitcoin, but analysts remain cautious regarding a sustained return of market risk appetite.
NYT Report Suggests Adam Back Could Be Bitcoin Creator Satoshi Nakamoto
A new New York Times investigation suggests cryptographer Adam Back may be the creator of Bitcoin, though he maintains his denial.
Move over bitcoin and quantum risks. Anthropic's Mythos AI changes everything for DeFi
Anthropic's new AI model, Mythos, autonomously identifies critical software vulnerabilities, posing potential security risks to decentralized finance infrastructure and existing cryptographic standards.
Coinbase gains AFSL licence to bring ‘Everything Exchange’ to Australia
Coinbase has become the first crypto exchange to secure an Australian Financial Services Licence, enabling the expansion of regulated financial products in Australia.
South Korea takes away exchange discretion in a major anti-phishing crackdown
South Korean regulators have mandated uniform withdrawal delays for crypto exchanges to prevent voice phishing scams from quickly draining victim funds.
NYT May Have Unmasked the Real Satoshi After a 1-Year Probe
A year-long New York Times investigation suggests Blockstream CEO Adam Back is likely Bitcoin creator Satoshi Nakamoto based on stylistic and technical analysis.
Crypto markets rally as Trump announces two-week Iran ceasefire
Crypto markets surged after Donald Trump announced a two-week Iran ceasefire, liquidating $600 million in short positions and driving Bitcoin toward $73,000.
Retail Stock Buying Drops 50% From January Highs as Sellers Take Over
Retail investor stock purchases have fallen 50% since January, though seasonal trends and geopolitical developments may signal a market recovery in April.
South Korea to bring RWAs and stablecoins under existing financial frameworks: report
South Korea's ruling party plans to regulate tokenized real-world assets and stablecoins using existing financial laws.