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Brazil pushes for a shift away from the U.S. dollar within the BRICS alliance, advocating for more use of national currencies in trade among member countries. As the group expands, discussions on alternative payment platforms are gaining momentum ahead of the BRICS summit in Kazan. Brazil aims to advance this initiative during its 2025 chairmanship, […]View the full article

Central banks from several nations have signaled a shift towards increasing gold reserves, citing geopolitical tensions and economic uncertainty. Officials from Mexico, Mongolia, and the Czech Republic expressed support for gold’s growing role, reflecting broader trends as central banks seek safe havens amid lower interest rates and rising risks. Central Banks Signal Increased Reliance on […]View the full article

In the latest episode of Regina’s Web3 Gaming Odyssey, she explored the fast-paced, blockchain-powered universe of Spider Tanks—a game that merges PvP combat with NFT-driven customization. Learn why Regina thinks this Ethereum-based game stands out. Last episode’s quick recap SOL Arena, an Open-Beta game on the Solana network, brings a fresh spin on the classic […]View the full article

The following guest post comes from Bitcoinminingstock.io, the one-stop hub for all things bitcoin mining stocks, educational tools, and industry insights. Originally published on Sept. 11, 2024, it was penned by Bitcoinminingstock.io author Cindy Feng. In the editorial, readers discover how MARA Holdings, the largest Bitcoin mining company by market cap, strategically accumulates BTC, outperforming […]View the full article

Debridge kicked off its LFG Vault for DBR tokens, giving active members of its ecosystem and Jupiter’s community an exclusive opportunity to acquire tokens at a locked-in price. With a focus on fairness and stability, the launch introduced a new token sale model designed to curb gas wars and market volatility. Debridge Releases A New […]View the full article

Kraken has launched a new feature allowing its clients to restake their ether (ETH) directly on the platform through Eigenlayer. This integration, Kraken says, makes the relatively complex process of restaking more accessible to a broader audience, especially those who have already staked ether on Kraken. Kraken Introduces ETH Restaking to Broaden Defi Access Kraken’s […]View the full article

Paxos, a regulated tokenization infrastructure platform, has unveiled its new stablecoin payments platform, with Stripe as its inaugural customer. This innovative solution powers Stripe’s Pay with Crypto product, enabling merchants to seamlessly accept stablecoin payments. By leveraging Paxos’ comprehensive infrastructure for onboarding, pay-ins, conversions, and payouts, businesses can reduce costs and expand their international reach […]View the full article

Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign has seen a notable influx of cryptocurrency donations. A political action committee (PAC) supporting Trump pulled in $7.5 million during the third quarter, underscoring a growing interest from the crypto community. Trump Campaign Receives $7.5 Million in Cryptocurrency Donations Trump’s campaign contributions came in via various cryptocurrencies, including bitcoin (BTC), […]View the full article

Ripple’s CEO has intensified criticism of the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), accusing the agency of ignoring a court ruling that XRP is not a security and overstepping its legal bounds. His remarks came after Bitnomial Exchange filed a lawsuit against the SEC, disputing the regulator’s authority over XRP futures. The case adds to […]View the full article

Microstrategy’s stock, MSTR, has soared 1,620% since the company adopted a bitcoin-centered strategy, far outpacing bitcoin itself, the S&P 500, and tech giants such as Nvidia. The company’s bitcoin holdings now exceed 252,000 BTC. Microstrategy’s executive chairman, Michael Saylor, remains bullish about bitcoin’s price as his company plans to further boost its BTC investments. Microstrategy’s […]View the full article

The Brazilian Central Bank is opening the drex CBDC pilot to new entrants, aiming to test more advanced use cases and privacy solutions for the project’s second phase. Thirteen use cases have been confirmed, including carbon credits, agricultural bonds, and foreign trade platforms. Brazilian Central Banks Opens CBDC Pilot to New Consortiums Brazil is preparing […]View the full article

The following guest post comes from Bitcoinminingstock.io, the one-stop hub for all things bitcoin mining stocks, educational tools, and industry insights. Originally published on Sept. 3, 2024, it was penned by Bitcoinminingstock.io author Cindy Feng. In the piece, Feng follows up on her first report on how bitcoin miners are branching out into high-performance computing […]View the full article

Software developer Peter Todd has dismissed the HBO documentary identifying him as Satoshi Nakamoto, the creator of Bitcoin. Todd expressed concern that the documentary could endanger his life due to the significant amount of wealth associated with Satoshi Nakamoto. Two experts argue that newer crypto users are less interested in the creator’s identity and are […]View the full article

Bitcoin (BTC) has experienced a steady decline in recent sessions, but technical indicators are sending mixed messages, hinting at a possible market shift on the horizon. Despite the bearish price trend, oscillators are providing a mix of neutral, buy, and sell signals, reflecting indecision among traders. Bitcoin On the 1-hour chart, bitcoin’s (BTC) downward trajectory […]View the full article

A meme coin named GOAT, issued by an artificial intelligence (AI) bot known as “Truth Terminal,” has gained significant traction with a dramatic rise in value. According to a report published by chaincatcher.com, authored by Deep Tide Techflow, on Oct. 11, the meme coin achieved a 12,000% increase in the first 24 hours, bringing attention […]View the full article

NFT sales experienced a dip this week, dropping 8.78% compared to the previous seven days. Total sales amounted to $77.46 million, with a sharp decrease in both buyers (down 64.47%) and sellers (down 66.40%). Bitcoin NFTs Surge 29.36% as Overall NFT Sales Dropped Over the past week, the digital collectible market struggled, bringing in $77.46 […]View the full article

On Saturday, former President Donald Trump announced that the World Liberty Financial (WLF) token sale will kick off on Tuesday, Oct. 15. In his post on X, Trump described it as a “chance to help shape the future of finance.” He also noted that an X Spaces discussion about the token launch will be aired […]View the full article

In September 2024, stablecoin liquidity hit record highs. Meanwhile, JPMorgan analysts predicted further Bitcoin gains, citing October’s historical “Uptober” trend. The FBI made headlines by charging 18 individuals involved in crypto fraud after setting up a fake crypto operation. Economist Peter Schiff warned of impending financial ruin unless the U.S. allows its “phony economy” to […]View the full article

This piece is a guest post by Blocmates. Blocmates is an invaluable crypto news and educational resource that offers clarity in the often complicated and jargon-filled crypto space. In this article, author Gaz critiques Vitalik Buterin’s recent actions, while explaining the advancements in Ethereum scaling solutions like roll-ups, particularly focusing on “based roll-ups.” From Token […]View the full article

This editorial is from last week’s newsletter, Week in Review. Subscribe to the newsletter to get this weekly editorial the second it’s finished, The newsletter also includes the biggest stories of the week with a comment on each story. Liquidity Rising The global liquidity cycle has come to prominence in the past three or four […]View the full article

The Web3 industry has yet to fully enter the mainstream, according to John Nahas, chief business officer (CBO) of Ava Labs. He argues that general-purpose Layer 1 blockchains, whose primary focus is marketing their tokens, dominate the space and lack sufficient innovation. This, Nahas contends, hinders the industry’s full potential. Blockchain Success Hinges on Curious, […]View the full article

The South African Revenue Service (SARS) has announced plans to include crypto assets in its tax compliance programs. SARS is seeking information on crypto users and is increasing its efforts to identify and audit non-compliant taxpayers. The revenue collector urged taxpayers concerned about compliance to participate in the Voluntary Disclosure Program, but those already under […]View the full article

The U.S. share of the global economy has fallen below 15% during President Joe Biden’s term, according to Sputnik’s analysis of World Bank and International Monetary Fund (IMF) data. Once peaking at over 21% in 1999, the U.S. has seen a steady decline, with China now commanding a larger share at 18.76%. This downward trend […]View the full article

JPMorgan Chase CEO Jamie Dimon sounded the alarm on mounting global instability, warning it could spark far-reaching economic disruptions. The executive stressed the toll of geopolitical tensions and the looming risks of fiscal deficits and remilitarization. With uncertainty escalating, Dimon urged vigilance, emphasizing that these crises could reshape both the economy and the course of […]View the full article

Rich Dad Poor Dad author Robert Kiyosaki predicts a catastrophic stock market crash and the collapse of “The Everything Bubble,” warning that gold, silver, and bitcoin will nosedive, triggering a global depression. He urges investors to brace for financial turmoil, saying only the prepared will emerge wealthier from the ruins. “Take bitcoin for example… it […]View the full article