Ripple and Arf are bringing RLUSD, Ripple’s dollar-pegged stablecoin, to settlement financing on the XRP Ledger. The partnership targets licensed payment companies awaiting cross-border settlements, with plans to adopt lending infrastructure built directly into the network. Payment Companies Gain Another Source of Settlement Funding Licensed payment companies will gain access to RLUSD financing on the […]

Bitcoin’s latest capital-flow signal resembles patterns seen during earlier bull markets, Cryptoquant CEO Ki Young Ju said. His assessment coincides with approximately $1.07 billion in U.S. spot bitcoin fund inflows over three sessions through Oct. 21, adding a separate sign of renewed demand. Fresh Capital Points to Bull Market Conditions Bitcoin is attracting fresh capital […]

The decentralized exchange (DEX) platform Uniswap has turned DEX competitors into potential revenue sources for its UNI token-burning mechanism. Launched Thursday, Aggregator Hooks connect seven external liquidity sources covering more than 90% of decentralized exchange activity across Ethereum, Base, and Robinhood Chain. The upgrade allows Uniswap to collect protocol fees from trades routed through outside […]

Analysts from top crypto firms believe that other investment options, further interest rate tightening, and the still-developing situation in Iran are making it difficult for bitcoin to rise above the $100,000 price mark, even if a year-end uptick does happen. Bitcoin’s $100K Return Seen as Unattainable in 2026 While bitcoin prices have seen a mild […]

Starknet is taking its first formal steps toward potentially becoming an independent, quantum-resistant Layer 1 blockchain, following a community vote that overwhelmingly supported researching a departure from its current role as an Ethereum Layer 2 network. STRK Holders Approve Layer 1 Exploration The Starknet Foundation announced Thursday that 93.52% of voting power supported exploring the […]

Ethereum researchers want to slash transaction finality from roughly 16 minutes to 4 minutes, potentially cutting the capital tied up in cross-chain transfers by 75%. Filed this week, the Decoupled Consensus proposal would separate validator responsibilities, strengthen defenses against blockchain reorganizations, and prepare Ethereum for future quantum-resistant cryptography. The ambitious redesign remains an incomplete draft […]

Visa reportedly entered late-stage discussions to acquire Fireblocks for approximately $2.5 billion, but the crypto infrastructure company quickly denied the claim. The rumored purchase price represents a nearly 69% discount from Fireblocks’ $8 billion valuation in 2022. The conflicting accounts arrive as major payment networks race to control the technology powering stablecoin transfers, custody, and […]

Bitcoin dropped below $82,000 to an intraday low of $80,836 during a late Wednesday sell-off, capping a nearly 4% daily loss and halting a recent two-week high rally. Long Positions Wiped Out Across Broader Crypto Market Bitcoin tumbled below $82,000 Wednesday, just hours after touching two-week highs during a market-wide rally. The retreat sparked debate […]

Albuquerque’s ban on crypto ATMs and cashier-facilitated cryptocurrency transactions has taken effect, exposing noncompliant businesses to financial penalties and possible closure. Officials are targeting cash conversion services used in scams that can leave victims unable to recover their money. Crypto ATM Shutdown Begins Across Albuquerque Businesses operating or hosting cryptocurrency ATMs in Albuquerque, New Mexico, […]

Italian police have dismantled an alleged mafia-run underground bank that operated behind a car-rental business near Milan, processing more than €110 million in fake invoices and moving roughly €68 million abroad through banks and cryptocurrency. The investigation led to 30 court-ordered restrictions and the seizure of approximately €21 million in assets, exposing financial ties between […]

SoFi has launched SoFi Earn (SOFIE), a tokenized consumer bank deposit offering 4.40% annual percentage yield (APY) and federal deposit insurance. The new product allows customers to earn interest while preparing to purchase cryptocurrencies or transfer money through blockchain networks. It marks the company’s fifth crypto-related offering in less than a year. SoFi Launches Tokenized […]

AEON, the settlement layer built for the AI economy, has launched Agentic Checkout V2, expanding its agentic commerce infrastructure beyond e-commerce purchases to travel bookings. The updated version enables AI agents to search and book hotel stays through Travala, allowing users to delegate an entire travel purchase to an AI agent while managing the funds […]

Chinese prosecutors are seeking to confiscate 61,896 bitcoin worth approximately $5.1 billion, currently held by British authorities, after one of the world’s largest cryptocurrency seizures. The assets trace back to Qian Zhimin, convicted in Britain for handling criminal proceeds from a Chinese investment fraud. A recent U.K. court ruling has complicated the battle over who […]

The company said its undisclosed investment in fintech firm Peso will expand its local ramps in four key Latin American markets—Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia, and Argentina—and accelerate the launch of point-of-sale systems that enable USDT for everyday retail transactions.   Tether Leads Pre-Seed Round in Bolivian Fintech Peso The company behind the largest stablecoin by market […]

On December 1–2, 2026, in Dubai, alongside Blockchain Life 2026 — one of the world’s largest events for Web3, crypto, mining, and AI — the all-new AI Future Forum takes the stage. Expect visionary founders, global investors, breakthrough AI projects, robotics, and the technologies that will shape the next decade of the digital economy. With […]

A five-year-old security flaw in Coldcard hardware wallets has landed manufacturer Coinkite a lawsuit after attackers allegedly drained more than $140 million in bitcoin. The proposed class action claims the devices generated predictable recovery phrases, leaving customers exposed to theft. Editor’s Note: This article was updated at 1:10 p.m. ET on Oct. 22 to reflect […]

Ireland’s central bank has fined Coinbase Ireland €3.25 million after finding that the company failed to properly protect customer funds over several years. Errors in its systems left a designated customer-funds account short by as much as €5.2 million in 2024. Coinbase says no customers lost money or access to their funds, and the problems […]

Bitmine is approaching the end of one of the largest corporate ethereum accumulation campaigns on record. Chairman Tom Lee says the company will stop buying once it reaches 5% of ETH supply, a ceiling he said was encouraged by Vitalik Buterin. Bitmine Is 100,000 ETH Away From Buying Goal Bitmine’s relentless ethereum buying spree is […]

U.S. bitcoin ETFs attracted $528.40 million on Wednesday, taking their three-day inflow streak above $1 billion as institutional demand broadened across eight funds. Blackrock, Fidelity Drive Bitcoin ETF Streak The character of bitcoin exchange-traded fund (ETF) demand changed on Wednesday. Monday’s $526.60 million surge had been overwhelmingly driven by Blackrock’s IBIT. Two sessions later, buying […]

As critical cybersecurity vulnerabilities hit the internet this week, several major crypto asset players, including Coinbase, Bitgo, Bitget Wallet and Pancakeswap, said they were unaffected by the PHP flaws. However, internet users were urged to strengthen their online security practices in the coming days, as the eMudhra vulnerability also remained exploitable. “Call me paranoid, but […]

According to Nexo’s analysis, bitcoin’s price trajectory depends largely on Federal Reserve policy and upcoming inflation trends. Continued growth could be sustained if interest rates are held steady or reduced, whereas hawkish monetary policy shifts risk triggering market pullbacks. Federal Reserve and Inflation: Bitcoin’s Core Drivers As the global cryptocurrency market enters the final stretch […]

Aerodrome and Velodrome have joined forces to create Aero, a new onchain trading platform setting its sights on seven blockchain networks that collectively process roughly $120 billion in monthly trading volume. The merger brings two of crypto’s decentralized exchange (DEX) platforms together in a bid to capture a larger slice of the market. Two Exchanges […]

A new AI tool being tested by US law enforcement, including the Los Angeles Police Department and the Miami-Dade Sheriff’s Office, can infer a home address from ordinary interior photos. The system matches architectural cues in a room to images from online real estate and rental listings, without relying on GPS or photo metadata. Its […]

Bitcoin could outperform stocks, gold, and real estate over the next decade or longer, JPMorgan projects. Coinbase Predict highlighted that outlook alongside seven developments spanning investment access, corporate earnings, and artificial intelligence. JPMorgan Projects Bitcoin Returns Above Stocks and Gold An eight-item financial roundup shared by the Coinbase Predict account Oct. 20 on X led […]

XRP’s role extends into cross-currency settlement and automated commerce as its underlying blockchain attracts financial institutions. Tokenized funds, stablecoin custody, and brokerage products illustrate the ecosystem’s connections with traditional finance beyond cryptocurrency trading. XRP Connects Currency Transfers With Automated Payments The XRP account on X highlighted cross-currency payments, institutional finance, and software-driven transactions in a […]

Uphold has listed Evernorth’s XRPN stock, giving eligible U.S. investors another way to access an XRP-focused business. The company entered public markets with approximately 473 million tokens and plans to generate earnings from its holdings. Uphold Opens Access to Evernorth’s XRP Treasury Stock Eligible U.S. investors can now trade Evernorth Holdings Inc. (Nasdaq: XRPN) through […]

Ripple supports the SEC’s proposed crypto framework while seeking protections for exchanges, brokers, and token holders. Its submission defends the agency’s legal authority, challenges token-classification approaches, and requests safeguards against trading restrictions and regulatory uncertainty. SEC Authority and Fundraising Rules Clearer rules for crypto fundraising and trading were central to Ripple’s Oct. 20 submission to […]

ARK Invest projects Tesla shares could reach $4,400 in 2031 under a model assuming approximately $225 billion in cumulative AI infrastructure spending. The forecast ties future value to robotaxi services and humanoid robots. AI Spending Assumptions Support the $4,400 Tesla Forecast Cumulative AI infrastructure spending at Tesla would rise from approximately $7 billion at the […]

Robert Kiyosaki argues that artificial intelligence is challenging the traditional route from education to secure employment. The Rich Dad Poor Dad author warns the disruption could form part of one of history’s greatest economic resets. Robert Kiyosaki Questions the Promise of a High-Paying Job Artificial intelligence could undermine the job security associated with advanced education, […]

Evernorth plans to raise capital to buy more XRP, while existing warrants could provide up to $132.2 million in additional funding. Its latest prospectus details the cash investments and token contributions that helped establish its treasury. Evernorth Plans Further XRP Purchases Through Capital Raising Buying additional XRP forms part of the financing strategy that Evernorth […]

Qubic’s blockchain is back online after a thief drained 1,404 wallets of nearly $1.3 million, forcing the network into an emergency shutdown. Now, with stolen funds frozen and a recovery program underway, victims have a chance to reclaim their cryptocurrency. Qubic Resumes Operations After 1,404 Wallets Are Drained Qubic has restarted its blockchain following the […]