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MoneyGram Expands Solana Cash Access to 170+ Markets Worldwide
MoneyGram has integrated its Ramps service with Solana, enabling users in over 170 countries to withdraw cash from supported wallets and allowing cash deposits in more than 25 countries through its global network.
Russia Proposes BTC, ETH, USDT Trading With Retail Crypto Limits
Russia's central bank has outlined draft rules to allow Bitcoin, Ethereum, and Tether trading on regulated exchanges, but will restrict annual crypto purchases for non-qualified investors to 300,000 rubles per intermediary
Tether's Alloy Shutdown Leaves $50M in Gold-Backed Debt Unresolved
Tether is closing its Alloy platform, putting nearly $50 million in gold-backed stablecoin debt at risk for users who miss the September 17 deadline to reclaim collateral. Only five open positions remain, but recovery options are unclear.
Tom Lee Sees Ethereum Hitting $250,000 Amid Blockchain Upgrades
Wall Street strategist Tom Lee projects Ethereum could reach $250,000, citing AI integration, real-world asset tokenization, and major blockchain upgrades as drivers, even as ETH remains far below its all-time high
Crypto Narratives Shift as Stablecoins, RWA, and AI Lead Market Focus
Crypto market cycles are increasingly shaped by narratives like stablecoins, real-world asset tokenization, and AI integration, influencing where capital flows and which projects gain traction as infrastructure and real-world use cases take priority
Stablecoins Move Beyond Trading to Power Global Digital Payments
Stablecoins like USDT and USDC are evolving from crypto trading tools to core infrastructure for cross-border payments, DeFi, and tokenized assets, raising new questions about reserves, compliance, and the future of blockchain-based finance
Quantum Threat Could Trigger Undetected Crypto Wallet Breaches
Crypto security leaders warn that the first quantum computer attacks may resemble routine wallet losses, with high-value targets like Tether's minting key at risk and timelines for 'Q-day' now as early as 2028
US Sanctions Reveal $6.3B Crypto Settlement Network Tied to Iran, Russia
US authorities have sanctioned crypto platforms Shelbit and Aban Tether, exposing a $6.3 billion blockchain network allegedly used to move funds between Iran, Russia, and other sanctioned entities, raising new compliance and enforcement risks
Bakkt's $44T Payments Ambition Faces Reality as DTR Posts €8.4M Loss
Bakkt's acquisition of DTR was pitched as a leap into the $44 trillion cross-border payments market, but newly released financials reveal DTR generated just €5,315 in other income and posted a significant loss before the deal closed
Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin Puts XRP's Institutional Role in Doubt
Ripple's launch of the Mint platform and RLUSD stablecoin is shifting institutional focus away from XRP, raising questions about the token's long-term demand and its place in Ripple's ecosystem
Solana Traders Face High Funding Costs as $1.8B in Leverage Builds
Solana perpetual futures funding rates have surged to their highest in nearly a year, with open interest approaching $1.8 billion. Traders are paying steep fees to maintain leveraged long positions as the token tests key resistance levels.
Tron Adds $2.2B in Stablecoins as Market Shrinks, But Risks Remain
Tron's network absorbed $2.2 billion in new stablecoins in 30 days, even as the overall stablecoin market contracted. But heavy reliance on Tether and ongoing token inflation raise questions for investors considering TRX.
Cypher and Osmosis Crypto Cards Face Final Spending Cutoff Tonight
Cypher and Osmosis cardholders must complete all spending by August 7, with withdrawals, rewards claims, and wallet backups required before the September 6 shutdown. Unclaimed balances and unbacked wallets may become inaccessible after the deadline
Senate Delays CLARITY Act Vote, Crypto Bill Faces Tight Deadline
The U.S. Senate has postponed a vote on the CLARITY Act until after its August recess, leaving lawmakers with just 14 working days before midterm election season could stall the bill for good. Key disputes remain unresolved.
Matrixdock Expands Reserve Audits for Tokenized Gold and Silver
Matrixdock is strengthening trust in tokenized gold and silver by expanding independent reserve audits and on-chain verification, aiming to address transparency challenges as real-world assets move onto blockchain networks
Visa Expands Stablecoin Payouts to 195 Countries With Zerohash
Visa is integrating stablecoin prefunding and payouts into Visa Direct, enabling businesses to move funds onchain to over 18 billion endpoints worldwide as regulatory and liquidity challenges shape adoption
Coinbase Launches 24/5 US Stock Trading for UK Users
Coinbase now offers eligible UK users 24/5 access to nearly 4,000 US stocks with zero-commission trading and fractional shares, expanding its platform beyond crypto and signaling a push into mainstream financial services.
Russia Moves to Regulate Crypto Trading With New National Law
Russia's new crypto law, effective September 2026, will require exchanges, brokers, and depositories to obtain licenses and comply with strict oversight. Retail investors face annual purchase limits and knowledge tests, while crypto payments remain banned.
Stablecoins Move Beyond Trading as Arc Targets AI and Payments
Stablecoins like USDC are evolving from trading tools to programmable payment infrastructure, enabling automated transactions for AI agents, Web3 apps, and tokenized real-world assets across global markets
Circle Expands USDC Strategy as Stablecoin Use Cases Multiply
Circle is shifting from stablecoin issuance to building digital dollar infrastructure, as USDC circulation rises and demand grows for blockchain-based payments, settlements, and real-world asset tokenization
Circle Arc Aims to Redefine Stablecoin Infrastructure With USDC Focus
Circle Arc is designed to move USDC beyond trading and payments, targeting institutional-grade compliance, settlement, and real-world asset tokenization as stablecoins evolve into core financial infrastructure
TRON's Stablecoin Surge Draws Institutional Finance to Blockchain
TRON's growing stablecoin activity and on-chain settlements are attracting institutional platforms like Anchorage Digital, signaling a shift from crypto trading to broader financial infrastructure and custody services
Dinari Brings Tokenized S&P 500 Stocks to US Crypto Wallets
Dinari now lets eligible US investors trade 724 tokenized US stocks, including the full S&P 500, directly from self-custody wallets using USDC across four blockchains, expanding access to tokenized equities for retail users
How Gate P2P Enables Zero-Fee Crypto Trading With Fiat Worldwide
Gate P2P lets users buy and sell crypto directly with fiat currencies using over 450 payment methods, offering zero platform fees and escrow protection for peer-to-peer trades across 80 countries
Ethereum at 11 Faces Fee Pressure as Stablecoin Use Surges
Ethereum now hosts nearly $149 billion in stablecoins and $15.5 billion in tokenized assets, but falling mainnet revenue and shifting value capture raise new questions for ETH holders and developers
Samsung SDS and Upbit Operator Target Stablecoin Payment Infrastructure
Samsung SDS is working with Dunamu, operator of Upbit, to develop stablecoin and AI-powered payment infrastructure, deepening Samsung's push into digital finance and signaling broader ambitions in blockchain-based payments.
CLARITY Act Could Reshape U.S. Crypto Rules With Lasting Federal Law
The Digital Asset Market Clarity Act aims to replace fragmented U.S. crypto regulation with a federal framework, clarifying SEC and CFTC roles, asset classification, and investor protections while limiting regulatory uncertainty for developers and platforms
Tether Gold Token Gains Shariah Certification for Islamic Finance
Tether's XAUt token, backed by physical gold, has received Shariah certification, opening the door for Islamic banks and investors to access digital gold products that meet Islamic finance standards
ADI Chain Targets Institutional Tokenization on Ethereum Layer 2
ADI Chain, a zkRollup Layer 2 on Ethereum, aims to provide banks, governments, and companies with compliant infrastructure for stablecoin payments and real-world asset tokenization, backed by major partners and a custom gas token.
Circle Acquires IBM Blockchain Patents to Bolster USDC Banking Links
Circle has purchased nearly 1,000 IBM blockchain patents, aiming to strengthen USDC's integration with banks and payment networks as stablecoins expand into mainstream financial infrastructure
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