Moonpay Acquires Solana-Focused Crypto Payment Processor Helio

Moonpay, one of the largest crypto onramps, has recently acquired Helio, a Solana-focused payment processor. With the deal, Helio will remain a separate brand, operating as a Moonpay subsidiary, with its employees becoming shareholders. Moonpay Acquires Helio in $175 Million Deal Moonpay, one of the leading crypto onramps, has announced the acquisition of Helio, a … Read more

Circle Reports $18 Trillion in Lifetime USDC Transactions

The adoption and use of USDC, a widely used stablecoin issued by Circle, saw substantial growth in 2024, as highlighted in the company’s latest report. USDC Economy Sees Rapid Growth Amid Regulatory Advances In its report, Circle attributed this momentum to advancements in blockchain infrastructure, expanded regulatory clarity, and increasing global demand for efficient payment … Read more

Blackrock: Bitcoin Adoption Surpasses Internet and Mobile Phones

The adoption of crypto assets has grown quickly, drawing interest from both institutional and retail investors. Internet and Mobile Phone Adoption Outpaced by Bitcoin A recent market insights publication by Blackrock revealed that the adoption of crypto assets, especially bitcoin has outpaced the growth of the internet and mobile phones. The adoption of crypto assets … Read more

Genius Group to Expand Bitcoin Holdings With $33 Million Rights Issue

Genius Group intends to invest 100% of the proceeds from the $33 million rights issue into the acquisition of more bitcoin. Bitcoin is Genius Group’s Favorite Investment Asset Genius Group, an artificial intelligence (AI)-based educational tech company has announced a $33 million rights offering for the company’s ordinary stock with all net proceeds going toward … Read more

Bubblemaps to Launch New Token on Solana

The token will be used to support a new community-driven crypto investigations platform called the Intel Desk. Bubblemaps Looks to Decentralize Blockchain Intelligence Blockchain analytics and investigations firm Bubblemaps will soon launch its own token dubbed BMT to power a new community-driven crypto investigations platform called the Intel Desk, according to an announcement by the … Read more

Sygnum Bank Raises $58 Million With Focus on Bitcoin Technology

The $58 million that Sygnum Bank has raised will be utilized to diversify its product line with a particular emphasis on Bitcoin technology. Sygnum Bank Doubles Down on Expansion Plans With New Funding Round Sygnum Bank, a digital asset banking group, has announced a strategic $58 million raise in an oversubscribed growth round. Fulgur Ventures, … Read more

Intesa Sanpaolo: Italy’s Largest Bank Makes History With Bitcoin Settlement

Italy’s largest bank, Intesa Sanpaolo, has etched its name in financial history as the first Italian institution to venture into direct bitcoin settlement. First Bitcoin Deal by Italy’s Largest Financial Institution On Jan. 13, 2025, the bank executed a proprietary bitcoin transaction valued at one million euros, securing 11 bitcoin (BTC), as disclosed in an … Read more

Sony Announces Web3 Content Strategy Utilizing Soneium

Sony, the Japanese electronics and entertainment giant, has announced the launch of a comprehensive Web3 content strategy utilizing Soneium, its in-house developed Ethereum Layer 2 platform. Sony to Host Exclusive Content on Soneium Blockchain Sony, the multi-billion media and electronics company, is finally embracing blockchain in its distribution apparatus. With the recent launch of Soneium, … Read more

Tether Relocating to El Salvador After Receiving Stablecoin Issuer License

Tether, the company behind USDT, has announced its imminent relocation to El Salvador after receiving a stablecoin issuer license. Paolo Ardoino, CEO of Tether, described this move as a natural progression that will allow the company to strengthen its focus on emerging markets. Tether Moves to El Salvador to Focus on Emerging Markets Tether, one … Read more