Stablecoins dominate 40% of crypto volume as emerging markets prioritize utility over ideology. Security must become invisible, not user homework. Opinion by: Louise Ivan, co-founder and CEO of Ryder Step aside, maximalists. Crypto isn’t the domain of early adopters and philosophically driven “hodlers” anymore. The demographics of crypto usage areContinue Reading
A recent study by Electric Capital reveals that while stablecoin usage is global, the Americas lead in stablecoin activity compared to more populous regions. Wallet Size and User Activity Patterns According to the latest study by Electric Capital, stablecoin usage is global, but the Americas generate more stablecoin activity thanContinue Reading
Ripio stated that the Argentine peso stablecoin, wARS, would be available on Ethereum, World Chain, and Base, as a key element to expand the exchange’s infrastructure in Latam. It stated that additional local stablecoins would be launched to support several use cases using blockchain tech. Ripio Debuts Digital Peso inContinue Reading
Crypto debates DeFi forks while AI companies lock trillions of tokens into proprietary training runs, building permanent data set monopolies. The window closes fast. Opinion by: Ram Kumar, core contributor at OpenLedger The crypto industry spent a decade evangelizing decentralization. At the same time, AI companies assembled the most valuableContinue Reading
Bullish celebrated its US debut after securing New York’s BitLicense and money transmission license, launching trading across 20 states and partnering with BitGo and Nonco. Cathie Wood’s ARK Invest has expanded its bet on Bullish, the digital asset exchange that recently went public on the New York Stock Exchange underContinue Reading
Bitcoin fell nearly 4% in October as ETF outflows closed out the month, but Bollinger Bands BTC price volatility odds hit record levels. Key points: Bitcoin seals its worst October performance since 2018 as traders flip cautious on the outlook. ETF outflows return as derivatives traders hedge risk despite macroContinue Reading
Bitcoin has typically recorded its strongest month for gains in November, and there are certainly macro tailwinds to make it happen again. Bitcoin has stepped into its historically most significant month for gains — November — with an average increase of 42.51% since 2013 — meaning Bitcoin could surpass $160,000Continue Reading
Global momentum against crypto crime is accelerating as Tether, TRON, and TRM Labs drive a powerful enforcement alliance that has frozen over $300 million in illicit assets, redefining blockchain’s role in global financial integrity and security. Global Crackdown on Crypto Crime Advances as $300M in Assets Frozen Global cooperation againstContinue Reading
Ripple is accelerating a global shift in humanitarian finance as its RLUSD stablecoin sees explosive growth and adoption by top aid organizations leveraging blockchain to deliver faster, cheaper, and more transparent disaster relief across underserved regions. Ripple Hits Hard With RLUSD Surge as Aid Giants Tap Blockchain for Relief Ripple’sContinue Reading
Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin gains powerful momentum as Bitpanda adds the dollar-backed token, expanding its global reach and reinforcing Ripple’s growing dominance in cross-border payments through transparent, compliant, and highly interoperable blockchain infrastructure. Ripple’s RLUSD Added to Bitpanda, Strengthening Ripple’s Stablecoin Network Growing interest in stablecoins continues to reshape the digitalContinue Reading
Steak ’n Shake ignited industry buzz by launching a Strategic Bitcoin Reserve and a bitcoin rewards program, merging digital finance with fast food in a nationwide rollout that’s boosting sales, customer loyalty, and mainstream crypto adoption. Steak ’n Shake Unveils Strategic Bitcoin Reserve Alongside Burger Reward Program Steak ’n ShakeContinue Reading
The fast-food chain is also donating 210 sats from every Bitcoin meal toward open-source Bitcoin development. American fast-food chain Steak ‘n Shake has announced the formation of a new Bitcoin treasury, built with the Bitcoin made from its restaurants’ sales. “All payments received in Bitcoin will be placed in ourContinue Reading
Elon Musk expects X Chat to launch within the next few months and promises it won’t sell or share users’ data with advertisers. Tech entrepreneur and billionaire Elon Musk is set to launch a standalone messaging app called “X Chat” to compete with Telegram and WhatsApp, with a rollout expectedContinue Reading
Lawmakers opted to study the proposal further following a wave of public concern over plans to loosen local controls on crypto mining in the state. A vote from the Senate Commerce Committee on a bill aimed at deregulating crypto mining in New Hampshire was split on Thursday, after senators reportedContinue Reading
The lack of understanding about Bitcoin’s economic properties will result in a market dump at the first sign of trouble, Vineet Budki said. The price of Bitcoin (BTC) will continue to experience cyclical booms and busts, resulting in a drawdown of up to 70% during the next market downturn, accordingContinue Reading