Cryptocurrency & Blockchain News

Bitcoin Depot Enhances Security with New Identity Verification Policy for Crypto Transactions

Bitcoin Depot has launched a new identity verification policy for all transactions to combat fraud and meet regulatory standards.

Discord Delays Global Age Verification Rollout to 2026 Amid User Concerns

Discord postpones age verification to 2026 after user backlash, aiming to balance safety and privacy while ensuring access for adults.

Senator Blumenthal Examines Binance Over Allegations of Money Laundering and Sanctions Evasion

Senator Richard Blumenthal investigates Binance for alleged money laundering and sanctions evasion linked to Iran and Russia's oil trade.

Stripe Weighs Acquisition of PayPal Amid Growing Interest

Stripe is considering acquiring PayPal. This comes amid PayPal's struggles, leading to speculation on a potential takeover.

Why President Trump Will Not Grant Clemency to Sam Bankman-Fried

President Trump has confirmed he will not grant clemency to FTX's Sam Bankman-Fried, reinforcing earlier decisions amid his legal struggles.

Coinbase Launches Stock Trading for Eligible US Users

Coinbase now allows US users to trade stocks and ETFs in one account, enhancing access to markets with zero commission trading.

Stripe Achieves $159 Billion Valuation Amidst Employee Tender and Record Transaction Volume

Stripe's valuation hits $159 billion, with $1.9 trillion payment volume in 2025 and significant growth in stablecoins and AI-driven commerce.

MoonPay Launches AI Tool for Digital Wallet and Blockchain Transactions

MoonPay has launched an AI tool to manage digital wallets and blockchain transactions autonomously, enhancing security and user control.

Bitwise Asset Management Expands Portfolio with Chorus One Acquisition

Bitwise Asset Management boosts its portfolio by acquiring Chorus One, adding $2.2 billion in staked assets and expanding its staking services.

Meta's Strategic Return to Stablecoins: A New Era of Digital Payments

Meta is planning to return to the stablecoin market in 2026, focusing on international payments and remittances.

Payoneer Takes Strategic Step Towards Establishing a National Trust Bank

Payoneer has applied to create a national trust bank to advance stablecoin services for international businesses.

Binance Facilitates Access to Tokenized US Stocks and ETFs via Ondo Finance

Binance now offers tokenized US stocks and ETFs from Ondo Finance, expanding access for users and enhancing trading opportunities.

WisdomTree Set to Revolutionize Money Market Fund Trading

WisdomTree is set to launch continuous trading and instant settlement for its Treasury Money Market Fund, targeting improved investor returns.

AMD's Strategic Partnership with Meta: Implications for AI Development

AMD's partnership with Meta focuses on advancing AI development, deploying GPUs, and optimizing performance in a $100 billion deal.

Strategy Faces Over $9 Billion in Bitcoin Losses Amid Market Decline

Strategy's Bitcoin treasury faces losses over $9 billion as market selloff drives Bitcoin below $74,000.

Ethereum Foundation Initiates Staking Strategy for Treasury Sustainability

The Ethereum Foundation begins staking ETH to enhance sustainability and fund operations, securing long-term benefits for the network.