Ripple Launches ‘Bank-Grade’ Crypto Custody Solution

Ripple has announced updates to Ripple Custody, enhancing its “bank-grade” custody technology. The latest features include a transaction screening service integration, additional hardware security module (HSM) options, and an XRPL integration for tokenizing Real World Assets (RWA). Ripple Custody now supports the tokenization of various assets, enabling businesses to manage cryptocurrencies, fiat currencies, and real-world … Read more

Wisdomtree Introduces ‘Earn-Until-You-Spend’ Feature in Onchain Personal Finance App

Wisdomtree, Inc. (NYSE: WT) has announced the launch of a new yield-bearing feature in its onchain personal finance app, Wisdomtree Prime, allowing users to take advantage of the “Earn-Until-You-Spend” capability. This feature enables users to utilize their investments in the Wisdomtree Government Money Market Digital Fund as a funding source for their spending, effectively linking … Read more

P2P Exchange El Dorado Debuts Gasless Tron-Based USDT Transactions in Latin America

El Dorado, a Latam-focused peer-to-peer (P2P) exchange, has partnered with Tron DAO to offer gasless TRC20-USDT transactions for its customers. Until October 30, each user will be able to perform a limited number of withdrawals with no costs associated. This aims to promote the adoption of the Tron blockchain in the region while enjoying the … Read more

Kraken Survey Reveals 59% of Crypto Investors Favor Dollar-Cost Averaging

A recent survey by Kraken reveals that a significant 83.53% of crypto investors have used dollar-cost averaging (DCA), with 59% employing it as their primary investment strategy. The survey, which polled 1,109 crypto investors, delved into the real-world effectiveness of DCA in helping investors manage market volatility and avoid emotional decision-making. Interestingly, younger investors (18-29 … Read more

Alchemy Pay Expands Crypto Virtual Card to Samsung Pay

Alchemy Pay has announced the integration of its virtual card service with Samsung Pay, expanding its reach following the successful launch on Google Pay. This development enables users to seamlessly spend their cryptocurrency holdings at numerous retailers, both online and in-store, through Samsung’s contactless payment platform. With over 500,000 users already on board, Alchemy Pay’s … Read more

Bitcoin Staking Protocol Babylon Attracts About 24,000 BTC in Deposits

Bitcoin staking protocol Babylon has achieved a major milestone, pulling in 23,891.67071126 BTC in confirmed total value locked (TVL) and attracting 25.31K stakers after lifting the cap on its second staking round. This significant increase in participation underscores strong investor confidence and robust demand within Babylon’s decentralized finance (defi) ecosystem. The platform’s aim to provide … Read more

HBO Documentary Suggests Peter Todd as the Real Face Behind Bitcoin

On Tuesday, Oct. 8, 2024, HBO premiered its highly anticipated documentary “Money Electric,” offering a deep dive into the origins of Bitcoin. Directed by Cullen Hoback, renowned for his work on the Qanon series “Q: Into the Storm,” the film brought together a range of voices from the cryptocurrency space, including developers, early adopters, and … Read more

Nigeria Central Bank Governor Defends Naira Float Decision

The Governor of the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN), Olayemi Cardoso, emphasized the importance of the decision to float the naira, despite public criticism of the move. He stated that the disparity between official and parallel exchange rates encouraged arbitrage and speculation, eroding market trust. He highlighted the positive impact of the decision on reducing … Read more

Texas Mayor Ward Roddam Reveals How Bitcoin Resurrected Rockdale’s Economy

Ward Roddam, mayor of the City of Rockdale in Texas, explained how the arrival of bitcoin mining revitalized the city’s economy. In a recently published opinion piece, Roddam noted that bitcoin miners took advantage of the energy infrastructure left by Alcoa, an aluminum plant that closed in 2008 due to rising energy costs and regulations. … Read more

Metaplanet Boosts Bitcoin Holdings With $6.7 Million Investment

Metaplanet Inc., a company publicly listed on the Tokyo Stock Exchange, announced on Monday an additional purchase of 108.786 bitcoin for a total investment of 1 billion yen (approximately $6.7 million). The average purchase price was 9,192,359 yen per BTC. With this acquisition, Metaplanet’s total bitcoin holdings now stand at 639.503 bitcoin. The cumulative amount … Read more

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