I've been passionate about crypto for nearly a decade, ever since I was young and first became curious about investing. That early spark led me to years of research, writing, and exploring the future of decentralized tech.
PayPal is doubling down on crypto. The payments giant just revealed a new checkout feature that lets U.S. merchants accept payments in over 100 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and major stablecoins like USDT and USDC.
E-commerce giant JD.com is getting ready to enter the stablecoin race as Hong Kong’s regulatory regime for digital currencies officially kicks off. The company has registered two potential stablecoin-linked entities, Jcoin and Joycoin, through its fintech arm JD Coinlink Technology, just days before the city’s new framework takes effect.
Monero, the privacy-focused crypto veteran, is looking at a potential existential crisis as rival blockchain Qubic inches closer to launching a 51% attack. This is a rare, controversial, and deeply destabilizing move in the crypto world.
A federal initiative to incorporate crypto holdings into mortgage applications is facing growing resistance, as lawmakers warn of potential shocks to the housing finance system.
Just one week after the U.S. passed its first comprehensive crypto legislation, the stablecoin market has added over $4 billion in fresh supply entering circulation. The newly signed GENIUS Act is already changing the sector. By providing a federal framework for fiat-backed stablecoins, it gives banks, asset managers, and fintech startups a regulatory greenlight. It allows for new capital, new players, and a clear path forward for tokenized dollars.
It’s been a full year since spot Ethereum ETFs went live in the U.S., and the market is celebrating with a strong streak of inflows and bullish sentiment. Despite being overshadowed by Bitcoin ETFs, these funds have quietly carved out a substantial presence.
JPMorgan Chase is reportedly exploring a new lending product that would allow clients to borrow against their crypto holdings. According to sources cited by the Financial Times, the U.S. banking giant is in internal discussions to launch crypto-collateralized loans, potentially as early as next year. The plan would let clients use cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin, Ethereum, or even crypto-focused ETFs as collateral in exchange for cash or credit. While still in its exploratory phase, the product would be JPMorgan’s clearest signal yet that it is taking crypto seriously.
Mara Holdings, one of the largest publicly traded Bitcoin mining firms, has released a bold financing plan: the company aims to raise up to $1 billion through a debt sale to support its Bitcoin acquisition strategy and operational needs.
Tensions are rising within the Cardano community as a major delegated representative, known simply as “Whale”, has launched a critique of founder Charles Hoskinson and Input Output Global, accusing them of wasting millions in ADA on underdelivered promises. Whale, who reportedly controls around 6 million ADA worth of delegated voting power, declared a blanket rejection of all future proposals from IOG.
Cardano founder Charles Hoskinson has confirmed that an official audit into ADA token holdings is nearing completion, with the full report expected to be published in mid-August.
After years of sideways movement, Ethereum is staying strong above the $3,500 level. It confirmed a bullish breakout, and the start of an explosive movement seems close, according to analysts. After gaining over 70% since late June, ETH is riding a wave of renewed investor confidence, and the numbers now back it up.
A new survey by Bitcoin mining platform GoMining shows a surprisingly large knowledge gap among crypto users, one that may be slowing mainstream adoption. Despite being valued at over a trillion dollars, Bitcoin is still a mystery for most of its users. The GoMining survey, conducted among over 2,600 respondents across North America and Europe, found that more than 70% of Bitcoin users don’t feel confident explaining how it works.
Pakistan and El Salvador are joining forces when it comes to crypto. Bilal Bin Saqib, CEO of the Pakistan Crypto Council, met with El Salvador’s President Nayib Bukele in San Salvador. The goal was to establish closer cooperation on digital assets, as both nations double down on Bitcoin adoption.
Standard Chartered has taken a major step in crypto by launching a fully regulated spot trading service for Bitcoin and Ethereum, specifically targeting institutional clients. This move makes it the first globally systemically important bank to offer direct access to dollar-paired crypto spot trading, opening the door for corporates, investors, and asset managers to gain exposure to digital assets under the umbrella of a trusted banking institution.
It feels like 2021 again. Cardano is one of the best performers among blue chip coins, and the 10th largest cryptocurrency by market cap has surged 29% in just seven days, reaching $0.747 at the time of writing. In the past 24 hours alone, it added nearly 4%, driven by a wave of bullish momentum across the altcoin market.