Inside the Swiss city where you can pay for almost everything in Bitcoin

From McDonald’s to municipal taxes, Lugano is proving that Bitcoin adoption is not about predicting the future; it is about building the infrastructure to handle it today. дальше »

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Compliance-by-design or a liquidity squeeze: Crypto’s 2026 stress test | Opinion

In 2026, capital will flow toward infrastructure, which is why compliance must be at the core of crypto. дальше »

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10 stories that rewired digital finance in 2025 – the year crypto became infrastructure

This year opened with Bitcoin (BTC) proponents expecting a clean rally, driven by halving narratives, spot ETF momentum, and a Fed pivot all stacked neatly in their favor. Instead, the year closed with BTC stuck 30% below its October peak, North Korean hackers walking away with $2 billion, and the US government quietly building a […] The post 10 stories that rewired digital finance in 2025 – the year crypto became infrastructure appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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What does 2026 have in store for crypto and digital assets in Europe? | Opinion

Europe’s regulatory clarity, continued progress in programmable money, and maturing institutional infrastructure create a supportive backdrop. дальше »

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The Market Slumps, but Ozak AI Shines — Presale Momentum to $5M Suggests Stronger Fundamentals Than Many

Ozak AI ($OZ), an emerging AI-powered crypto project built on a blend of artificial intelligence and decentralized physical infrastructure (DePIN), is defying broader market hesitation with accelerating presale activity. дальше »

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Here’s the SEI Price If Enterprises Adopt Sei Market Infrastructure Grid

Sei (SEI) is closing out December with attention moving away from price moves and toward its network. South Korean exchanges briefly paused deposits and withdrawals during an audit and a mainnet upgrade, while trading stayed open. дальше »

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DOGEBALL Whitelist Picks Up Speed – Is This the Best Meme Coin to Watch for 2026?

DOGEBALL ($DOGEBALL) is quickly becoming a familiar name in meme coin circles. Instead of relying on hype alone, the project combines gaming mechanics, blockchain infrastructure, and community competition. дальше »

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BlockchainFX Price Prediction 2027: New CFTC Chair Signals Pro-Crypto Era as DeepSnitch AI Set to Outperform BlockchainFX

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has officially undergone a change in leadership. Mike Selig has been sworn in as the agency’s 16th chairman, replacing acting chair Caroline Pham.   However, while favorable regulation helps infrastructure projects like the BlockchainFX price prediction over the long term, projects like DeepSnitch AI will benefit more. дальше »

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HashKey Capital's $500 million-target blockchain fund raises $250 million in first round

The HashKey Fintech Multi-Strategy Fund IV aims will invest in blockchain infrastructure and applications with real-world use cases. дальше »

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Rumours of Ripple IPO talks resurface despite Monica Long’s denial

Ripple, the blockchain payments and infrastructure company behind XRP, has once again become the focus of IPO speculation. Recent claims circulating among crypto observers suggest the company could be engaging in late-stage discussions for a potential public offering in 2026. дальше »

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HashKey raises $250M for new crypto fund on strong investor demand

The fund targets infrastructure and scalable blockchain use cases, with a focus on emerging markets. Market makers have reduced activity since the Oct. 10 crash, while ETF flows signal lower institutional participation. дальше »

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GPT360 Joins Forces with X1 Ecochain for DePIN Infrastructure to Make AI Executions Scalable, Secure

By partnering with X1 Ecochain, GPT360 advances the functionality of its intelligence platform, optimizing AI processes and executions powered by the DePIN. дальше »

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Why This Market Analyst Is Advising XRP Investors Not To Sell Their Coins

A growing part of the XRP community is paying closer attention to infrastructure changes taking shape on the XRP Ledger, especially as they relate to long-term utility and institutional adoption.   That context explains why crypto market commentator Brad Kimes, widely known on X as Digital Perspectives, reiterated a long-standing message that continues to resonate with many XRP holders: “Never sell your XRP. дальше »

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Falcon Finance Strengthens USDF Expansion Through Chainlink Price Feeds and CCIP

Falcon Finance is hastening its intention to create a universal collateralization infrastructure by means of a strategic combination with Chainlink. дальше »

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Cipher enters US wholesale power market with Ohio data center acquisition

The site acquisition gives Bitcoin miner Cipher a foothold in the largest US wholesale power market as miners broaden their infrastructure strategies. дальше »

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U.S. retirement funds are quietly flowing into XRP algorithmic trading, ETCMining emerges as a new gateway for passive income

ETCMining focuses on green, high-stability computing infrastructure for compliant crypto mining. The formal entry of XRP algorithmic trading into the U. S. retirement market signifies that cryptocurrency investment is moving towards compliance and systematization. дальше »

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Chinese Groups Have Transformed Telegram into the Dark Web of Crypto Scams

Chinese-language Telegram groups now run the world’s largest illicit crypto markets, eclipsing historic dark web platforms. Powered by scam infrastructure, AI face-swap tools, and USDT laundering, these networks have moved cybercrime into plain sight. дальше »

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Cardano to Integrate with Major Infrastructure, a Move Bound to Shift Market Perception Massively

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“If You Think Crypto Security Is a Tech Problem, You’re Missing the Point,” Says Phemex CEO Federico Variola

“It’s becoming harder and harder to prove that you are actually you. ” That observation, shared by Federico Variola, CEO of Phemex, captures a growing concern across the crypto industry – one that goes far beyond smart contracts or infrastructure bugs. дальше »

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Interview: UK regulators are behind on crypto, LO:TECH CEO Tim Meggs explains why

For years, the UK government has signaled its ambition to become a global crypto hub, but for those building the infrastructure, the pace of progress tells a different story. While the EU implements MiCA and offshore jurisdictions attract talent with favorable tax regimes, London remains stuck in the consultation phase. To understand the real impact […] дальше »

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How Wall Street is using Ethereum without talking about Ethereum

Ethereum is increasingly powering tokenized money, faster settlement and regulated onchain infrastructure — even as institutions avoid naming it outright. дальше »

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Amplify launches first-mover ETFs focused on stablecoins and tokenization

Amplify's ETFs could accelerate mainstream adoption of digital finance, reshaping investment strategies and financial infrastructure globally. The post Amplify launches first-mover ETFs focused on stablecoins and tokenization appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Velo Integrates USD1 with WLF to Empower PayFi Infrastructure Across Asia

Velo integrates USD1 with WLF to strengthen PayFi infrastructure for seamless payments, settlements, liquidity, and regulated stablecoin adoption in Asia. дальше »

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CertiK Joins NEXUS to Boost Smart Contract Security for CROSS Gamechain

The partnership endeavors to improve smart contract security, stablecoin infrastructure, and real-time risk-monitoring across the wider CROSS ecosystem. дальше »

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Bitcoin Cloud Mining on Mobile Devices: What Beginners Should Know

Bitcoin mining has become a specialized, industrialized activity. Today, profitable mining typically requires ASIC hardware, access to low-cost electricity, and large-scale infrastructure. For most individuals, operating mining equipment at home The post Bitcoin Cloud Mining on Mobile Devices: What Beginners Should Know appeared first on CryptoNinjas. дальше »

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DOGEBALL Leads the Best Meme Coin Whitelist Alongside 6 Other Hot Cryptos

The meme coin race heading into 2026 is no longer just about jokes and logos. Names like DOGEBALL, BNB, Dogecoin, XRP, Hyperliquid, OFFICIAL TRUMP, and MemeCore are being discussed in very different contexts, blending culture, infrastructure, and real use cases. дальше »

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Here’s why Hong Kong is rethinking how insurers invest in crypto and infrastructure

Hong Kong is reviewing how its insurance sector allocates capital, as regulators look to balance financial stability with the city’s push into digital finance and large-scale infrastructure. New proposals from the insurance watchdog suggest a shift in allowing insurers to invest in cryptocurrencies, stablecoins, and government-prioritised projects, reports Bloomberg. While still at an early stage, […] дальше »

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Hong Kong proposes new law allowing insurers to invest in crypto

Hong Kong is weighing a cautious shift that could open the door for insurers to enter crypto markets. The city’s Insurance Authority is proposing new rules that would allow insurance firms to invest in assets such as cryptocurrencies and infrastructure.… дальше »

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San Francisco Blackout Reveals Crypto’s Dependence on Power Infrastructure

A massive power outage hit San Francisco on Saturday afternoon, leaving 130,000 homes and businesses without electricity. The incident forced residents to face technology’s fundamental vulnerabilities. дальше »

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How Much You’d Make if Ozak AI Reaches $10 by 2028 — A $500 Investment Today Could Turn Into $357,000

Ozak AI has rapidly grown into one of the most discussed presale tokens, with its $0. 014 price generating investor interest across the crypto circles. The project’s AI-powered architecture with decentralized infrastructure  and rapidly expanding presale momentum has prompted bullish predictions about its long-term potential. дальше »

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VetKeys Enhances Data Security by Enabling the Application Fully OnChain

VetKeys enhances blockchain security by enabling fully onchain applications as protecting sensitive data without third parties or off-chain infrastructure. дальше »

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EverValue Coin (EVA) consolidates an economic model with growing Bitcoin backing

Bitcoin mining–backed token with a transparent, on-chain burn vault. 330+ wBTC reserve creates a growing price floor via token burns. Real infrastructure links physical mining to verifiable crypto value. дальше »

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IO DeFi: Top Global Cloud Mining

As blockchain technology matures, digital assets are transitioning from early speculative phases to infrastructure development. Cloud mining, a crucial method that connects ordinary users with the blockchain’s underlying computing power, is attracting growing attention from market participants. дальше »

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Blockchain and no-code tools challenge AWS' dominance: Crypto exec

Crypto and Web3 projects market themselves as decentralized but still rely on centralized cloud infrastructure to power applications. дальше »

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Solana vs. Ethereum heats up – Is the ‘ETH killer’ narrative finally real?

The competition between L1s has never been this tight. As blockchain adoption grows, L1s are upgrading their infrastructure to attract more real-world use cases. In 2025, the pace of back-to-back uThe post Solana vs. дальше »

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ADA Holders Foot the Bill as Cardano Bets Treasury on Midnight Network

Cardano has taken a controversial step that is already dividing its community. Roughly 70 million ADA has been withdrawn from the treasury to fund infrastructure for the Midnight network, a separate privacy-focused Layer-1. дальше »

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A toxic trend that suggests the IPO window is slamming shut for most crypto companies ignored Circle

When Circle's shares opened at $69 on the New York Stock Exchange in June, more than double the $31 pricing, it looked like validation. Investors paid up for a regulated stablecoin issuer with real revenues, treating USDC rails as financial infrastructure rather than speculative crypto exposure. дальше »

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Prediction Market Giant Kalshi Boosts Liquidity Access with TRON Network Integration

TRON DAO has announced the integration of its blockchain network with the world’s largest prediction market platform, Kalshi. The integration enables Tron users to seamlessly deposit and withdraw using TRX, the native utility token of the TRON network, and USDT on TRON, expanding Kalshi’s multichain infrastructure. дальше »

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Biconomy Powers PancakeSwap’s Infrastructure with Scalable Smart Accounts

Biconomy equips PancakeSwap with smart accounts for scalable, production-grade infrastructure with high uptime to support millions of DeFi users globally. дальше »

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Nansen unveils Joint Venture Protocols for crypto infrastructure in 2026

Nansen introduces joint venture protocols to co-create crypto infrastructure in 2026, aiming to address digital asset sector needs. The post Nansen unveils Joint Venture Protocols for crypto infrastructure in 2026 appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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QIE 2026 Roadmap: Building the Infrastructure for Real Web3 Use

At QIE, we’ve always believed that real blockchains aren’t built on promises — they’re built on delivery, integrations, and real-world usage. As we move into 2026, we’re excited to officially share the QIE Blockchain Roadmap, outlining a year focused on liquidity, accessibility, multichain expansion, developer growth, and real adoption. дальше »

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Turning innovation into impact: How WPA Hash transforms advanced mining technology into real user value

As crypto mining matures, WPA Hash redefines cloud mining with transparent, user-focused infrastructure. The digital mining sector is no longer in experimental technology but a well-organized financial ecosystem. дальше »

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ASI:Cloud Officially Exits Beta, Begins Delivering Enterprise-Grade AI Workloads

The Artificial Superintelligence Alliance (ASI Alliance) today announced that ASI:Cloud has officially exited its beta phase and is now processing live, production-level AI workloads. The platform provides developers and enterprises with permissionless access to enterprise-grade GPU infrastructure and AI inference services, offering a powerful alternative to traditional centralized cloud providers. дальше »

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Ripple and SBI are redefining XRP DeFi, targeting a billion-dollar yield stream that ignores on-chain mechanics

SBI Ripple Asia signed a memorandum of understanding with Doppler Finance to explore XRP-based yield infrastructure and real-world asset tokenization on the XRP Ledger, the firms said Dec. 17. According to information shared with CryptoSlate, firms said they will explore collaboration on yield infrastructure for XRP, which lacks native staking, as well as RWA tokenization […] The post Ripple and SBI are redefining XRP DeFi, targeting a billion-dollar yield stream that ignores on-chain mechanics appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Hut 8 and Coinbase outperform as Crypto stocks jump on bitcoin's sudden rally

Mining stocks, trading platforms, and cryptocurrency infrastructure firms saw significant gains, including Hut 8, Riot Platforms, and Coinbase. дальше »

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Hut 8 stock jumps on hyperscale AI data centre deal with Anthropic, Fluidstack

Shares of crypto miner Hut 8 jumped nearly 17% in premarket trading on Wednesday after the company announced a major artificial intelligence infrastructure partnership with Anthropic and cloud compute provider Fluidstack. дальше »

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Why Ethereum Is Chosen As A Settlement Layer For New Money Market Fund

In a significant milestone for the evolution of on-chain finance, a new money market fund has selected Ethereum as its primary settlement layer toward blockchain-native infrastructure for traditional financial products. дальше »

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Hyperliquid’s $200 billion pitch: Is this next Solana-scale DeFi bet?: Asia Morning Briefing

Cantor says Hyperliquid is trading infrastructure, not speculative DeFi, with HYPD and PURR offering exposure to fees, buybacks, and CEX share gains. дальше »

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Crypto.com and DMCC Set to Advance Tokenized Commodities Trade

Crypto.com and DMCC modernize global commodities trading with blockchain for tokenization, transparency, and efficient digital trade infrastructure. дальше »

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BitGo partners with Tempo to enhance onchain payment infrastructure

BitGo partners with Tempo to deliver secure onchain payment infrastructure, offering custody, wallet, and stablecoin tools for enterprises. The post BitGo partners with Tempo to enhance onchain payment infrastructure appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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