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Coinbase's Base Surpasses 100M AI Payments as Agentic Finance Grows
Coinbase's Base network has processed over 100 million AI-driven payments, highlighting the growing intersection of autonomous agents and blockchain infrastructure. The surge raises new questions about the future of programmable money and crypto payment rails.
Circle Expands Stablecoin Payment Partnerships in South Korea
Circle is deepening its push into South Korea's digital payments sector, signing new agreements with Kakao Group and Toss Bank to explore stablecoin infrastructure and expand USD Coin's reach in the region
Samsung Wallet to Add Stablecoin Support, Raising Key User Questions
Samsung's 2026 roadmap includes native stablecoin support for Wallet, but the company has not confirmed which tokens, networks, or markets will be involved, leaving major questions about custody, eligibility, and user experience unanswered
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
Coinbase Brings Perpetual Futures to US as CME Sues CFTC
Coinbase has launched US-regulated perpetual-style crypto futures, importing a product that dominates global derivatives trading. CME is now suing the CFTC over its approval, putting the future of US perps in legal limbo