Charles Hoskinson Teases Plan to Enable Dogecoin for Payments on X

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Crypto VC deals top $1.1B in February as DeFi interest surges — The TIE

Large VC funds are increasingly backing crypto startups spanning DeFi, DePIN, AI and payments.

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Bank of Israel explores digital shekel with offline and cross-network payments

The Bank of Israel’s latest report presents an “optimal” digital shekel design, though implementation will depend on collaboration with lawmakers and industry stakeholders. The Bank of Israel has unveiled a preliminary design for the digital shekel, but its launch will… дальше »

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PayPal-backed ecommerce firm Mintoak acquires Indian CBDC startup for $3.5m

PayPal and HDFC Bank-backed Mintoak has acquired Digiledge in a $3.5 million deal, marking the first acquisition in India’s central bank digital currency space. Mintoak, an Indian ecommerce startup that facilitates merchant payments, has acquired Digiledge in a deal worth… дальше »

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Interview: ‘No one, not even us, can see what you are doing’ — NymVPN’s CSO ahead of launch

Privacy-focused firm Nym, backed by a16z and other investors, has introduced its zero-knowledge payment system along with a perpetual token buyback model. Nym’s decentralized DePIN payments system and token buyback are now live for public testing. дальше »

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Next Big Crypto Opportunity? SpacePay ($SPY) is the Altcoin Strategic Investors Can’t Ignore this Season

Crypto payments have been a dream for years. However, they’ve yet to break into mainstream retail.   There are many reasons, from price volatility to slow transactions and high fees. In addition, there is the headache of integrating blockchain solutions into traditional payment systems. дальше »

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Coinbase, NEAR, Others Form Alliance to Develop Open AI Services

The Open Agents Alliance (OAA) consists of NEAR AI, the payments and AI arms of crypto exchange Coinbase and an array of other blockchain and AI projects. дальше »

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Consensus EasyA Hackathon Winners: AI Agents, Gaming, Trading, Payments, NFT Platforms

Hackathon for Consensus Hong Kong brought out some of the most innovative the early stage projects that could drive the Web3 world forward. дальше »

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Spree Finance – Building the Future of Commerce & Credit

In this podcast, Andy talks to Carter Razink, co-founder at Spree Finance, the Blockchain-native Commerce and Credit Infrastructure layer empowering decentralized payments, rewards, settlement, & credit for 2M+ top brands and merchants. дальше »

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Breaking Down The $500 XRP Price Predictions Plus A New Payments Giant Nicknamed XRP 2.0

Recent updates to Ripple’s XRP have reignited talk of a possible $500 XRP price, an ambitious milestone requiring dramatic changes in both crypto markets and global finance. While some analysts see a chance for XRP to hit $8. дальше »

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MetaMask expands crypto off-ramp support to 10 blockchains via Transak

MetaMask has expanded its fiat off-ramp feature to more than 10 blockchains, with support enabled via its partnership with payments firm Transak. Self-custodial wallet MetaMask, the leading provider in the Ethereum (ETH) ecosystem, will now allow users to convert tokens… дальше »

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NymVPN launches ZK payment system with token buyback

Privacy-centric firm Nym, backed by a16z and other investors, has launched its zero-knowledge powered payment system and introduced a perpetual token buyback model. The decentralized technology provider’s DePIN payments system and token buyback are now live for public testing. Specifically,… дальше »

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Singapore retail chain Metro to start accepting stablecoin payments

Singaporean department store chain Metro will allow its customers to make stablecoin payments both in physical stores and online at Metro Mall. According to a local publication, the Metro department store in Singapore has teamed up with Singaporean crypto payments… дальше »

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Rezolve Ai establishes $1b Bitcoin treasury for crypto payments expansion

Rezolve Ai has announced a $1 billion Bitcoin treasury program, starting with an initial $100 million investment.  The move is intended to support the commercialization of its planned AI-powered crypto payment platform, developed in collaboration with Tether (USDT). The company,… дальше »

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Onyxcoin (XCN) Price Prediction: Can it Outgpace XRP, SUI & Other Gems?

As the cryptocurrency market evolves, a new set of tokens emerge. Onyxchain (XCN) has gained traction due to its innovative approaches and real-world application. With its creative focus on trade payments and decentralized finance (DeFi), the Onyxcoin network could redefine financial services. дальше »

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XRP, ADA holders remain cautious, while this top crypto steals the show in Feb

With XRP facing challenges and Cardano holding steady, Remittix is emerging as a promising alternative, offering a safer and more efficient solution for fast payments in the crypto market. #partnercontent дальше »

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Ripple USD Vs FXGuys FXG

Two distinct tokens have been making waves in the competitive cryptocurrency landscape: Ripple USD and FXGuys FXG. While Ripple has been a cornerstone of blockchain-based cross-border payments, FXGuys is redefining PropFi with a revolutionary trader funding program and DeFi incentives. дальше »

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Tether leads $10m round for cross-border payments firm Mansa

Tether has backed the $10 million round for cross-border payments firm Mansa. Venture capital firm Polymorphic co-led the round, which saw investors raise $7 million to add to $3 million raised earlier. дальше »

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Exclusive: Transak secures regulatory approval in two more states for crypto payments

Transak has secured Money Transmitter Licenses in Illinois and Missouri, expanding its reach into the U.S. market. The newly acquired licenses in the two U.S. states will enable the web3 payment infrastructure provider to operate independently in Illinois and Missouri,… дальше »

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Tether leads $10m funding round for cross-border fintech provider MANSA

Stablecoin issuer Tether backs MANSA’s $10 million funding in a bid to streamline liquidity for global payments. Cross-border fintech firm MANSA, focused on solving liquidity challenges in payments, has secured $10 million in a funding round led by Tether, with… дальше »

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DOGE’s 35% monthly decline sparks concern as new viral altcoin sees 300% returns

Dogecoin's decline in 2025 sparks interest in Remittix, a PayFi solution set to change cross-border payments. #partnercontent дальше »

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Is Jack Dorsey Satoshi Nakamoto?

The enigmatic identity of Bitcoin's creator, Satoshi Nakamoto, has been a subject of intrigue and speculation since the cryptocurrency's inception. A new theory posits that Jack Dorsey, co-founder of Twitter (now X) and digital payments firm Square, might be the person behind this pseudonym. дальше »

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Bybit launches physical card to simplify global crypto spending

Bybit has introduced a Physical Card for international users, according to a press release shared with crypto.news. This new Bybit card allows users to make payments anywhere Mastercard is accepted, bridging the gap between digital assets and real-world transactions. Crypto… дальше »

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Visa’s token service fuels $3.5B in Latin American payment transactions

Visa’s Token Service (VTS) contributed to the growth of digital payments in Latin America and the Caribbean, with over $3. 5 billion in payment volume expected by 2025, according to a report published by the company. дальше »

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Tether buys minority stake in Italian giant Juventus FC

Stablecoin issuer Tether has invested in Juventus Football Club as the firm expanded beyond digital payments, Bitcoin, and AI. дальше »

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong Predicts 10% of Global GDP Will Be Crypto-Based by 2030

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong predicts that by 2030, cryptocurrency could account for 10% of global GDP, transforming blockchain into a key economic infrastructure. This shift is driven by crypto’s expanding role in payments and remittances, alongside regulatory clarity and stablecoin growth. дальше »

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Pig butchering crypto scams soar 40% in one year, Chainalysis says

High-yield investment scams as well as pig butchering scams received the most crypto among scam sub-classes, at 50.2% and 33.2% respectively, a study shows. Long-term scams, called pig butchering, where victims are slowly tricked into making bigger crypto payments, jumped… дальше »

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How Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin Could Drive Crazy Demand For XRP Amid Push Into $230 Billion Payments Market

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MasterCard tokenized 30% of transactions in 2024

MasterCard has tokenized 30% of transactions in 2024 and recognized stablecoins and other cryptocurrencies as emerging competitors in the payments industry. MasterCard has announced that it tokenized 30% of its transactions in 2024, marking a major step in its efforts… дальше »

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Ripple, Galaxy Execs Fronted $160M to MoonPay Amidst Trump Memecoin Frenzy

In a high-stakes move to manage an unexpected surge in demand, Brad Garlinghouse from Ripple and Galaxy Digital’s Mike Novogratz provided a combined $160 million in emergency funding to crypto payments platform MoonPay. дальше »

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XRP Investors Say This New IOT Driven Crypto Has 30,000% Potential Before 2025 Year End

Ripple (XRP) has long been a dominant force in the crypto market, especially in the field of cross-border payments. However, as the blockchain industry evolves, a new player is emerging with the potential to redefine decentralized finance and IoT integration. дальше »

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Solana investors shift focus; Experts eye ‘next XRP’

With 2025 off to a dynamic start, Solana, Ripple, and a rising newcomer, Remittix, are shaping the future of crypto payments, here’s how they compare. #partnercontent дальше »

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Sui vs Coldware: New SUI Rival Releases Upgraded PoS Blockchain Model Built To Disrupt IoT

Sui (SUI) has established itself as a high-performance Layer-1 blockchain with a growing ecosystem, but new challengers are emerging with superior technology tailored for real-world applications. One of the most notable is Coldware (COLD), an innovative IoT-integrated blockchain that introduces an upgraded Proof-of-Stake (PoS) model designed to handle real-world asset tracking, machine-to-machine payments, and high-speed […] The post Sui vs Coldware: New SUI Rival Releases Upgraded PoS Blockchain Model Built To Disrupt IoT appeared first on CaptainAltcoin. дальше »

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European Payments Giant Klarna Says It Will Look To Integrate Crypto

The “buy now, pay later” company is backed by venture capital firm, Sequoia Capital, which has a 22% stake. дальше »

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Ripple expands cross-border payments between Portugal and Brazil with new partnership

The partnership will enable fast, low-cost cross-border payments between Portugal and Brazil. дальше »

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Proton Wallet — Now Available To Everyone — Is A Great Starter Self-Custodial Bitcoin Wallet

Proton Wallet is well-suited for anyone looking to begin their bitcoin self custody journey and/or anyone looking to make semi-frequent payments on-chain while managing a relatively small bitcoin stack. дальше »

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The Future of Crypto Payments: How 1Fuel Is Merging DeFi, AI, and Seamless Transactions

  1Fuel (OFT) redefines crypto payments by combining DeFi, AI, and seamless transactions into one powerful ecosystem. Unlike traditional wallets, 1Fuel offers one-click cross-chain swaps, ultra-low fees, and advanced privacy features. дальше »

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Litecoin may see ETFs before Solana; Remittix tipped to disrupt payments market

The SEC has taken a key step toward approving a spot Litecoin ETF, while Solana sees record-breaking growth and Remittix aims to disrupt the $190 trillion payment sector. #partnercontent дальше »

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Tether partners with Reelly to introduce USDT payments in UAE real estate market

Real-estate agents in Dubai will be able to close deals using USDT payments. дальше »

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Bitcoin Payments Aren't The Future, They're Here Already

Take a look at Breez and 1A1z's latest report deep diving into the current state of Bitcoin's use as a transactional payment mechanism. дальше »

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ECB sees ‘huge potential’ in conditional payments with digital euro but without blockchain

Conditional payments in the digital euro could expand beyond scheduled transfers, though they do not require blockchain technology, an ECB official says. The European Central Bank sees strong potential in digital euro payments that only happen when certain conditions are… дальше »

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Bank of Papua completes CBDC trials, seeks expanding cross-border payments

The Bank of Papua New Guinea has wrapped up its CBDC trial and is now considering next steps for digital payments beyond national borders. Authorities in Papua New Guinea are stepping up their central bank digital currency efforts, with the… дальше »

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Ransomware cashouts down 35% as victims snub demand: Chainalysis

Ransomware attacks surged last year, but victim payments declined as users refused to meet demands amid increased recovery efficiency by law enforcement. дальше »

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Haven1 Forges Partnership with Worldpay, Pioneering a New Era of DeFi Security & Adoption

Haven1, the EVM Layer 1 blockchain renowned for its "REKT-resistant" security measures, today announced a new partnership with Worldpay, a global leader in payments technology. Worldpay will join HaveThe post Haven1 Forges Partnership with Worldpay, Pioneering a New Era of DeFi Security & Adoption appeared first on AMBCrypto. дальше »

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Ransomware Payments Fell 35% in 2024 as More Victims Refuse to Pay: Chainalysis

According to the blockchain analytics firm, less than half of recorded ransomware attacks resulted in victim payments. дальше »

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Binance Pay partners xMoney to expand crypto payments across Europe

Binance Pay and web3 payments provider xMoney have partnered to advance crypto payments in Europe. The strategic partnership will leverage blockchain technology to bring pay with crypto to over 20,000 businesses in the EU. дальше »

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New Viral Crypto Remittix Priced Under 5 Cents Set To Humble Doge and Hedara By Hitting $1 First

Tech stocks and crypto markets are moving in sync, with Dogecoin and Stellar catching major attention. But while these giants fluctuate, one name keeps stealing the spotlight—Remittix (RTX). With its rapid growth and game-changing approach to cross-border payments, traders are turning their heads. дальше »

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Remittix, XRP: Payments heavyweights eyeing bigger returns

XRP and Remittix are gaining momentum, with both showing strong growth potential in 2025 despite market volatility. #partnercontent дальше »

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MyTonWallet adds Telegram gifts, crypto payments in latest update

MyTonWallet, a self-custodial wallet for The Open Network blockchain, has released version 3.3. The update includes a clearer fee display, an upgraded Explore section, improved navigation, support for Telegram gifts, and a new crypto payment tool called MyTonWallet Pay, according… дальше »

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Tether Brings Its $140B USDT Stablecoin to Bitcoin and Lightning Networks

Stablecoins are increasingly popular for everyday uses like payments, remittances and savings, and Tether's expansion aims to spur activity to the Bitcoin-based ecosystem. дальше »

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