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Iran’s reported crypto toll on Strait of Hormuz traffic signals a sharp escalation in digital assets’ role within state power and sanctions evasion efforts, with Iran’s Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps leveraging blockchain to monetize one of the world’s most critical oil routes. Key Takeaways: Chainalysis sees Iran’s crypto toll as a breakthrough for state blockchain … Read more
Block, Inc. subsidiary Square is launching a feature that automatically allows millions of eligible merchants across the United States to accept bitcoin payments starting March 30, 2026. Bitcoin Product Lead Miles Suter at Block, Inc. announces that eligible domestic sellers will now have bitcoin ( BTC) payments enabled by default. This rollout streamlines the digital … Read more
Corporate finance teams are beginning to view digital assets and stablecoins as practical tools for treasury management, vendor payments, and payroll, signaling a potential shift as Ripple leadership points to CFO offices as drivers of the next phase of blockchain adoption. Ripple Points to Corporate Finance Teams as Crypto’s Next Major Adoption Engine Corporate treasury … Read more
Illicit crypto transactions surged to record levels in 2025, yet the digital asset economy continues expanding as legitimate adoption accelerates worldwide, highlighting a rapidly growing blockchain ecosystem that still overwhelmingly operates within legal activity. Illicit Crypto Flows Surge While Global Adoption Accelerates Despite the rise in illicit activity, the broader cryptocurrency ecosystem continues to expand … Read more
Ripple’s chief legal officer is challenging claims that cryptocurrency lacks real-world utility, pointing to rising U.S. merchant adoption and growing consumer reliance as evidence that digital assets are becoming embedded in everyday commerce. Ripple’s Legal Chief Challenges Media Narrative on Crypto Utility Ripple Chief Legal Officer Stuart Alderoty, who also serves as President of the … Read more
A new research report from bitcoin-focused financial services firm River estimates that 23 nation-states now hold bitcoin, signaling a steady shift from fringe asset to sovereign balance sheet contender. River Report: Nearly 2 Dozen Countries Now Hold Bitcoin as Nation-State Adoption Expands River’s latest adoption report paints a clear picture: bitcoin (BTC) is no longer … Read more
Steak ’n Shake says same-store sales have climbed sharply since it began accepting bitcoin nine months ago. The company now holds about 161 BTC in a corporate reserve and is using part of it to fund employee bonuses. Fast Food Chain Builds 161 BTC Treasury Nine months after rolling out bitcoin payments, Steak ’n Shake … Read more
Crypto is shedding speculation and embedding itself into everyday finance, with quiet adoption, tokenization, and institutional integration pushing digital assets toward a normalized role by 2026, according to Ripple’s legal chief. Crypto’s Quiet March Toward the Financial Mainstream Crypto is pushing past skepticism and cementing its place in mainstream finance and daily life. Ripple chief … Read more
The number is taken from a mid-2025 report by Chainalysis, remarking on the reach and potential of cryptocurrencies in Argentina. While the initial use case of crypto was related to stablecoins and preserving purchasing value, analysts claim this is also evolving. Argentina Enters 2026 With High Crypto Adoption Levels and an Evolving Ecosystem The Argentine … Read more
Nexo has secured a multi-year partnership with Tennis Australia, becoming the Official Crypto Partner of the Australian Open and the broader Summer of Tennis. The deal marks a first for a digital asset platform at a Grand Slam event and signals crypto’s growing presence in elite global sports. Tennis Australia Enters Historic Partnership With Nexo … Read more