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BRICS leaders push Bitcoin to bypass Western sanctions as Putin calls for alternatives
Key Takeaways BRICS leaders advocate for Bitcoin to bypass Western sanctions at annual summit. Putin calls for alternatives to the dollar, emphasizing the need for new economic cooperation. Share this article BRICS lawmakers advocate for Russian miners to sell their Bitcoin to international buyers, allowing countries to use Bitcoin and other crypto assets for imports, […]
Coinbase CEO offers crypto wallet to AI influencer behind GOAT meme coin
Key Takeaways Coinbase’s chat with Truth Terminal highlights just how big memes have become in the crypto world. Truth Terminal’s request for a personal wallet led to a significant market impact with a 500% surge in Russell meme coin. Share this article Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong offered to set up a crypto wallet for Truth […]
Visa and PayPal execs push for stablecoin adoption to streamline global payments
Key Takeaways Stablecoins reduce costs and settlement times in global transactions. The “stablecoin sandwich” model is effectively used in US-Mexico transfers. Share this article Visa and PayPal executives advocated for the broader adoption of stablecoins during a panel at the DC Fintech Week forum earlier today.Visa’s Head of Crypto, Cuy Sheffield, and PayPal Digital’s CEO, […]
Binance executive released after being detained in Nigeria for over 7 months
Key Takeaways Tigran Gambaryan was released from detention on health grounds. Charges of money laundering and currency manipulation against Gambaryan were dropped. Share this article Binance executive Tigran Gambaryan was released from a Nigerian prison after being detained since late February on charges of money laundering and currency manipulation, the government’s lawyer said in court […]
Peter Todd fears for his life after controversial Satoshi documentary
Key Takeaways Peter Todd has denied claims made by an HBO documentary that he is Satoshi Nakamoto. The documentary has led to safety concerns for Todd, forcing him into hiding. Share this article Peter Todd says he has gone into hiding due to harassment and safety concerns following an HBO documentary that suggested he might […]
Ripple misses filing deadline risking setback in ongoing SEC case
Key Takeaways Ripple was issued a default notice for not meeting a court filing deadline. Legal expert criticizes Ripple for procedural errors despite high legal fees. Share this article Ripple Labs faces a procedural setback in its legal battle with the SEC after failing to meet a crucial filing deadline. Court of Appeals: Appearance Default NoticeEarlier […]
Avalanche launches Visa crypto card for users in LaTAM
Key Takeaways Avalanche Visa card enables direct crypto spending at Visa merchants in Latin America and the Caribbean. Users manage their crypto assets through a self-custody wallet with no transaction fees. Share this article Avalanche has launched a new Visa card for crypto payments, allowing users to spend assets like WAVAX, USDC, and sAVAX at […]
Buenos Aires launches QuarkID digital identity system for its 3.6 million citizens
Key Takeaways QuarkID uses zero-knowledge cryptography to enhance privacy and security for Buenos Aires residents. The digital identity system is integrated with Buenos Aires’ MiBa platform for secure document management. Share this article Buenos Aires, the capital of Argentina, has officially introduced a blockchain-based digital identity system called QuarkID, offering advanced data privacy for its […]
Solana TVL reaches new peak since early 2022
Key Takeaways Solana’s TVL has reached its highest point since January 2022. Solana’s 24-hour DEX volume has exceeded $2 billion. Share this article Solana’s total value locked (TVL) has surged to $6.4 billion, marking its highest level since January 6, 2022, according to data from DeFiLlama.In terms of daily decentralized exchange (DEX) volume, the blockchain […]
Messari reports TRON’s protocol revenue reached an all-time high in Q3 2024
Share this article Geneva, Switzerland, October 22, 2024 – Messari, a leading provider of digital asset market intelligence products, released a research report highlighting TRON’s Q3 performance. The report details seven consecutive quarters of increasing on-chain activity, driving its protocol revenue to an all-time high, fueled by increased transaction volumes and a rapidly growing user […]
