USDCx Launches on Aleo: Enhancing Access to Stablecoins for Privacy-Focused Blockchains
The integration underscores how privacy-first networks are adapting to a stablecoin-dominated crypto economy.
Kalshi Strengthens Political Presence with New Office in Washington, D.C. and Strategic Democratic Recruitment
The predictions market platform announced two new hires related to state policy efforts and relations with the federal government.
Why February Could Mark Bitcoin's True 'Uptober' Breakthrough Moment
Data shows February tends to be one of BTC’s best performing months, leading Bitcoin network economist Timothy Peterson to dub it the real “Uptober” event. Will history repeat itself next
Theo Introduces Innovative Yield-Bearing Tokenized Gold Designed for Seamless Integration in Decentralized Finance
The launch comes as tokenized gold hits a record high market cap, with most existing products still offering only passive price exposure.
Nomura-Backed Laser Digital Pursues US Banking Charter as Crypto Firms Shift Focus Onshore
Laser Digital’s application places it alongside a growing group of crypto firms seeking federal trust bank status in the US.
Nick Shirley's Insights on Base's Zora-Driven Growth and the Challenges of Vanity Metrics
Zora's content coin mechanism enables near-zero-cost token deployment, allowing creators to mint tokens with minimal friction.
Ethereum Shows Promising Metrics Amid Ongoing Crypto Market Weakness, Hinting at a Potential Rally to $3.3K
Rising Ethereum layer-2 activity and a notable bump in network fees may be an early sign that ETH is on the verge of a recovery.
Nomura-Backed Laser Digital Pursues US Bank Charter in Ambitious Crypto Banking Initiative
If approved, the move would let the company bypass state-by-state licensing and offer federally regulated crypto trading without taking deposits.
South Dakota Lawmaker Pushes Forward with New Bitcoin Reserve Legislation Effort
The state representative introduced similar legislation shortly after taking office in 2025, but the bill was deferred and not signed into law.
Exciting Launch of Citrea: A Zero-Knowledge Powered Layer 2 Solution for Bitcoin Goes Live
Citrea uses a zero-knowledge Ethereum Virtual Machine to inscribe its chain history on the Bitcoin base layer.
Large Businesses Leading the Charge in Crypto Payment Adoption, According to PayPal Survey
Four in 10 surveyed merchants already accept crypto at checkout, with roughly three-quarters reporting an increase in crypto sales last year.
Tether Debuts Made in America USAT Stablecoin, Examining the Impact of Gold's Surge and Clarity Act Uncertainty on the Crypto Market and More
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