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India’s Crypto Crossroads: COINS Act 2025 Offers a ‘Rights-First’ Roadmap

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The Indian cryptocurrency policy is currently in “regulatory limbo” and to remedy this, the country needs to implement a “rights-first” framework that gives residents “constitutional-level” rights to self-custody assets. India’s Crypto Regulatory Impasse India’s crypto policy remains in “regulatory limbo,” with policymakers largely relying on existing statutes since the Supreme Court lifted a central bank-imposed … Read more

BTCFi: Meet the GoMining Launchpad

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The GoMining Launchpad is a platform designed to assist Bitcoin-focused projects in launching tokens, securing funding, and reaching engaged communities. It serves as a carefully curated bridge between innovative startups and the individuals who drive their growth. Its first project, Bitlayer, is pioneering the first BitVM implementation, unlocking the full potential of Bitcoin DeFi. In … Read more

Cross-Chain Crisis? Why Wrapped BTC Might Be Bitcoin’s Weakest Link

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Marvin Bertin has raised concerns about the security risks posed by bridges and wrapped assets. He warned that these solutions introduce vulnerabilities that compromise Bitcoin’s security model. Bertin: Wrappers Are Worse In the rapidly expanding world of decentralized finance, cross-chain solutions like bridges and wrapped assets have emerged as popular tools to enhance interoperability between … Read more

Privacy as Policy: Aleo Protocol Founder Proposes ZKPs as RegTech Game-Changer

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Although blockchain technology has made considerable strides, bringing these innovations into traditional finance remains a complex endeavor. According to Howard Wu regulatory ambiguity was historically the biggest obstacle but now the focus has shifted toward the equally demanding task of implementation. From Regulatory Clarity to Implementation Complexities Despite rapid technical advancements in the blockchain space, … Read more

Africa’s De-Dollarization Push Meets Reality: Dollar Resilience, Stablecoin Rise Shape Future

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Global interest in de-dollarization has grown, but tangible progress remains limited due to political and strategic constraints. VALR co-founder Badi Sudhakaran argues that USD-based stablecoins may prove more effective than the AU initiative known as PAPSS for cross-border payments. Dollar’s Enduring Appeal Challenges De-Dollarization Efforts In recent years, the discourse surrounding de-dollarization has intensified, capturing … Read more

What Survives the Hype? Pauline Shangett on Memecoins, Web3, and the ChangeNOW Approach

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As memecoins experience another downturn, many declare the era over. Yet for Pauline Shangett, CSO of non-custodial exchange ChangeNOW, the memecoin cycle isn’t dead – it’s adapting. In this in-depth conversation with Bitcoin.com, Shangett argues that while most memecoins will fade, others are maturing into full ecosystems. She explores how Web3 must regulate itself, why … Read more

World Mobile CEO: DePINs Provide an Escape Hatch for Frustrated Telecom Subscribers

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According to Mickey Watkins, decentralized physical infrastructure network (DePINs) can potentially fill the void or blackspots that major telecoms have consistently failed to cover. DePINs can potentially offer an alternative to frustrated subscribers and a chance to earn an extra income. DePIN Market Projected to Reach $3.5 Trillion by 2028 The World Economic Forum (WEF) … Read more

Bridging Bitcoin and DeFi: The tBTC and Sui Collaboration

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Now live on Sui, tBTC enables users to trade, lend, and engage in advanced DeFi strategies within a secure and scalable environment, boasting transaction finality as fast as 400 milliseconds. Jameel Khalfan, Head of Ecosystem Development at the SUI Foundation, and MacLane Wilkison, co-founder and CEO of Threshold Labs, delve into the exciting collaboration between … Read more

From Skepticism to Strategy: NYC Embraces Blockchain’s Civic Potential

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The recent inaugural NYC Digital Asset Summit Roundtable, hosted by Mayor Eric Adams, focused on New York City’s strategy for engaging with the blockchain sector. Key participant Joshua Maddox stressed the importance of public-private collaboration for scaling Web3 adoption. NYC Reopens Doors to Tokenization When New York City, a global financial nerve center, convenes a … Read more

Future of Finance Onchain: RWAs Poised for ‘Hockey Stick’ Growth, Says Mavryk Dynamics CEO

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Mavryk Dynamics CEO, Alex Davis, says the United Arab Emirates is positioning itself as a leader in the integration of traditional assets with blockchain technology. He says the country’s regulatory environment allows real estate giant MAG to tokenize ultra-luxury properties. UAE’s Pioneering Regulatory Sandbox As the global financial landscape increasingly looks to merge traditional assets … Read more