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Mastercard Brings On-Chain Payments to 150M Merchants

Mastercard Brings On-Chain Payments to 150M Merchants

Mastercard’s infrastructure now supports stablecoin transactions, allowing global merchants to send and receive payments in USDC and compliant digital assets issued by Paxos.

Dmytro Psevdonimenko
Stacks Expands Bitcoin L2 Adoption Efforts in Asia and MENA

Stacks Expands Bitcoin L2 Adoption Efforts in Asia and MENA

The Stacks Foundation is taking Bitcoin L2 mainstream in Asia and the Middle East, supported by new regulatory footholds and an expanding focus on institutional engagement.

Dmytro Psevdonimenko
Tether Gold Secures Q1 Backing Audit With Over 246,000 Ounces of Physical Gold

Tether Gold Secures Q1 Backing Audit With Over 246,000 Ounces of Physical Gold

Tether Gold's Q1 filing under El Salvador’s financial transparency rules reveals solid physical backing: 246,523 ounces of gold—more than 7.7 tons—now officially attested.

Dmytro Psevdonimenko
U.S. Federal Court Blocks Reinstatement of Tornado Cash Sanctions

U.S. Federal Court Blocks Reinstatement of Tornado Cash Sanctions

OFAC has been barred from reinstating earlier sanctions against crypto mixer Tornado Cash, marking another major win for the blockchain industry in 2025.

Anton Kryshtal
Ethereum Foundation Outlines Strategic Goals in 3 Updates

Ethereum Foundation Outlines Strategic Goals in 3 Updates

The Ethereum Foundation, dedicated to supporting the growth of the Ethereum ecosystem, has revealed organizational updates and its approach to future goals.

Anahit Avetisyan
XMR Price Spikes After Suspicious Transfer of 3,520 Bitcoins

XMR Price Spikes After Suspicious Transfer of 3,520 Bitcoins

A large Bitcoin transfer caused the price of the privacy-focused cryptocurrency Monero (XMR) to surge by around 50%.

Anahit Avetisyan
Ethereum Researcher Proposes a 100x Gas Limit Increase to Reach 2,000 TPS

Ethereum Researcher Proposes a 100x Gas Limit Increase to Reach 2,000 TPS

Dankrad Feist’s new proposal, EIP-9698, calls for raising Ethereum’s gas limit from 36 million to 3.6 billion over four years. Feist says the change could lift Ethereum’s throughput to 2,000 TPS.

Dmytro Psevdonimenko
DeFi Development Corp Seeks $1B to Expand SOL Holdings

DeFi Development Corp Seeks $1B to Expand SOL Holdings

DeFi Development Corp, which rebranded from Janover, has filed with the SEC to offer shares, warrants, and bonds worth up to $1 billion to build its SOL holdings and operate validators.

Dmytro Psevdonimenko
Bitget Targets 8 Accounts for $20M Manipulation of VOXEL Token

Bitget Targets 8 Accounts for $20M Manipulation of VOXEL Token

Crypto exchange Bitget said it will send legal notices to eight accounts suspected of profiting more than $20 million through VOXEL token manipulation. The exchange pledged to reimburse affected users through an airdrop.

Dmytro Psevdonimenko
N Crypto Conference 2025: Web3 Talks in Kyiv

N Crypto Conference 2025: Web3 Talks in Kyiv

The N Crypto Conference 2025 concluded successfully in Kyiv, attracting nearly 1,000 participants. The event featured 17 speakers, panel discussions on Web3 trends, and even a CS2 esports tournament.

Vlad Vovk
Loopscale Suffers $6M Hack, Negotiates Bounty With Exploiter

Loopscale Suffers $6M Hack, Negotiates Bounty With Exploiter

DeFi platform Loopscale is holding negotiations with a hacker after a $6 million exploit on April 26, 2025.

Anahit Avetisyan
ProShares to Roll Out XRP Futures ETF Lineup

ProShares to Roll Out XRP Futures ETF Lineup

ProShares is expanding its crypto product suite with three XRP futures ETFs, including leveraged and inverse options.

Anton Kryshtal
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Crypto Carnivals: Why Rio de Janeiro Is About More Than Just Samba

Crypto Carnivals: Why Rio de Janeiro Is About More Than Just Samba

Rio de Janeiro is making an ambitious bet on Web3. The carnival capital of Brazil is steadily transforming into a true crypto city, where the blockchain scene is as vibrant as its legendary festivals.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Eternal Lines: Why Preserve Books on the Blockchain?

Eternal Lines: Why Preserve Books on the Blockchain?

As information becomes increasingly vulnerable to censorship, people are searching for new ways to preserve it reliably. One such solution is blockchain, which allows for the creation of permanent archives.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Bitcoin Education Goes Academic: Inside the First Online Master’s Program

Bitcoin Education Goes Academic: Inside the First Online Master’s Program

You’ve heard of HODLing. Now imagine studying it. Spain’s University of the Hespérides is offering the world’s first Master’s in Bitcoin — and it’s more radical than you think.

Elina Moskovchuk
Crypto Tallinn: When Blockchain Meets Smart Bureaucracy

Crypto Tallinn: When Blockchain Meets Smart Bureaucracy

Tallinn is European order, transparent regulation, and digital solutions for everyday life. A city for those who value predictability and calm in the Web3 environment.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Why DAOs Still Haven’t Gone Mainstream

Why DAOs Still Haven’t Gone Mainstream

What’s keeping DAOs from becoming a mass phenomenon? It’s not just about complex technology; it’s about how we are wired. Surprisingly, human nature turned out to be decentralization’s toughest opponent.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Generation Wallet: Deutsche Bank Maps Tokenized Wealth Transfer

Generation Wallet: Deutsche Bank Maps Tokenized Wealth Transfer

Deutsche Bank and Baker McKenzie warn that the $84T wealth shift from Boomers to Gen Z could reshape finance—if tokenization avoids legal limbo and gains real traction.

Elina Moskovchuk
No Rally? No Problem. Bitcoin Companies Are Still Hiring, Says Bitvocation

No Rally? No Problem. Bitcoin Companies Are Still Hiring, Says Bitvocation

Prices are flat, the hype has cooled—but Bitcoin job listings are still steady. Bitvocation’s latest data suggests that while the market chills, the mission continues.

Elina Moskovchuk
Kaia: What Happens When LINE and Kakao Merge into One Blockchain

Kaia: What Happens When LINE and Kakao Merge into One Blockchain

In just half a year, Kaia has quietly racked up 20 million transactions and drawn in over 400,000 active wallets. Built directly into Asia’s most ubiquitous messaging apps, its reach now extends to nearly 300 million users—a bold blueprint for Web3 adoption.

Vlad Vovk
What Is the Next Bitcoin-Like Investment? Key Factors to Consider

What Is the Next Bitcoin-Like Investment? Key Factors to Consider

Explore the critical factors in evaluating the next breakthrough digital asset. Learn how innovation, decentralization, security, and market trends can help spot a Bitcoin-like opportunity.

The Coinomist
What Is Open Interest in Options? Factors to Consider

What Is Open Interest in Options? Factors to Consider

A comprehensive guide on open interest in options trading, explaining its significance, how it differs from volume, and the key factors to consider when using it for strategy.

The Coinomist
Why Crypto Enthusiasts Should Visit Panama

Why Crypto Enthusiasts Should Visit Panama

Panama City is an underappreciated hub for crypto innovation in Central America. Find out what makes the city appealing to blockchain enthusiasts, where to spend crypto, and what to expect from a trip.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
From the Federal Reserve to the Front-Runner: Who Is Kevin Warsh, Trump’s Likely Pick?

From the Federal Reserve to the Front-Runner: Who Is Kevin Warsh, Trump’s Likely Pick?

Trump wants Powell out—and Kevin Warsh may be next in line. Could he reshape the Fed under a second Trump presidency?

Elina Moskovchuk
Crypto as a Cult: When Hope Becomes a Financial Asset

Crypto as a Cult: When Hope Becomes a Financial Asset

Crypto may not be a religion, but it comes surprisingly close. People enter the space for selfish reasons, chasing massive returns. But instead of trading tokens, they’re usually trading hope.

Iaroslava Kramarenko
Crypto Talk on X Today: KOLs on BTC and Power Outage in Europe

Crypto Talk on X Today: KOLs on BTC and Power Outage in Europe

On April 28, a power outage hit Spain, Portugal, and parts of France. The blackout disrupted the banking system, but investor Daniel Batten says Bitcoin remained invulnerable.

Anahit Avetisyan
Meet Eric Piscini (Hashgraph): A Blockchain Leader with 25+ Years of Innovation

Meet Eric Piscini (Hashgraph): A Blockchain Leader with 25+ Years of Innovation

CEO of Hashgraph. Tech pioneer. Visionary leader. Eric Piscini’s career is a blueprint for success in blockchain and beyond. Let’s take a closer look at his journey.

Daryna Nesterenko
Crypto Talk on X Today: KOLs on PENGU, BTC Accumulation & More

Crypto Talk on X Today: KOLs on PENGU, BTC Accumulation & More

Pudgy Penguins’ native token PENGU’s 150%+ rise in the last 7 days is among the top crypto discussions on X/Twitter today.

Anahit Avetisyan
Crypto Talk on X Today: RTFKT Issues, PolytSwap Launch & More

Crypto Talk on X Today: RTFKT Issues, PolytSwap Launch & More

Recently, images from RTFKT’s CloneX NFT collection stopped showing on platforms. They’re back now, and Head of Tech Samuel Cardillo explained what went wrong.

Anahit Avetisyan
Bitcoin Still Locked Below $95,000 After Multiple Rejection Points

Bitcoin Still Locked Below $95,000 After Multiple Rejection Points

Despite repeated attempts, Bitcoin remains capped just under $95K. As ETF inflows plateau, investors are left scanning the horizon for potential market triggers.

Anton Kryshtal
Bitcoin Charges Toward $95K as Bulls Strengthen Grip

Bitcoin Charges Toward $95K as Bulls Strengthen Grip

Positive investor sentiment and easing U.S. trade war tensions propel Bitcoin toward $95,000, setting the stage for a possible rally to $100,000.

Anton Kryshtal
Bitcoin Trades Sideways at $92K–$95K: Short Squeeze Unfolds Amid ETF Inflows

Bitcoin Trades Sideways at $92K–$95K: Short Squeeze Unfolds Amid ETF Inflows

Between $92,000 and $95,000, Bitcoin finds stillness. Traders retreat, ETFs awaken, and the market holds its breath—awaiting a spark to reignite the chart.

Anton Kryshtal
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«Mass Adoption Isn’t About Tech – It’s About Perception». Bitmedia Founder Matvii Diadkov – About RWA, Web3, And Marketing

«Mass Adoption Isn’t About Tech – It’s About Perception». Bitmedia Founder Matvii Diadkov – About RWA, Web3, And Marketing

Matvii Diadkov, founder of Bitmedia, shared with us in an exclusive interview his expert insights on Web3 adoption, impact of GameFi and community-centering tendencies in the market.

The Coinomist
“Satoshi is CIA”: Swedish crypto bro opens up about his Bitcoin journey

“Satoshi is CIA”: Swedish crypto bro opens up about his Bitcoin journey

The first crypto craze took place almost a decade ago. Overnight, many people found out about Bitcoin and its underlying technology, blockchain.

Lesia Dubenko
Dmytro Gordon and Volodymyr Nosov: A Sensational Interview

Dmytro Gordon and Volodymyr Nosov: A Sensational Interview

Volodymyr Nosov, CEO of Europe’s largest crypto exchange WhiteBIT, sat down with Dmytro Gordon, one of Ukraine’s most prominent journalists. The interview touched on Bitcoin, crypto, WhiteBIT, cars, keys to success, and business vision.

The Coinomist
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Kaia: What Happens When LINE and Kakao Merge into One Blockchain

Kaia: What Happens When LINE and Kakao Merge into One Blockchain

In just half a year, Kaia has quietly racked up 20 million transactions and drawn in over 400,000 active wallets. Built directly into Asia’s most ubiquitous messaging apps, its reach now extends to nearly 300 million users—a bold blueprint for Web3 adoption.

Bitcoin for Corporations 2025: Powered by MicroStrategy

Bitcoin for Corporations 2025: Powered by MicroStrategy

MicroStrategy’s Bitcoin playbook goes public as Strategy World 2025 hosts top executives, corporate case studies, and regulatory insights in Orlando this May.

Zora Network Reviewed: A Testnet Guide

Zora Network Reviewed: A Testnet Guide

Are sky-high Ethereum fees getting you down? The folks at Zora have come up with an alternative, introducing their Layer 2 solution with lower transaction fees. This article will walk you through how to get involved with the project and earn some rewards.