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on Apr 9, 2026
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Stellar builds a privacy layer enabling banks like Societe Generale to move trillions securely on-chain with stablecoins. Banks are exploring blockchain solutions to move large amounts of money, but privacy is their main concern. Stellar is building technology to meet this need, allowing institutions to transfer funds securely. This development could change how banks handle […]

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on Apr 9, 2026
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XRP Ledger now hosts $861M in tokenized electricity via JMWH, tracking real energy use on-chain with full transparency. The XRP Ledger continues to expand beyond payments. A new use case now tracks real electricity consumption on-chain, highlighting a live market tied to energy assets.  The development signals growing adoption of real-world asset tokenization. Tokenized Electricity […]

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on Apr 8, 2026
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A fresh wave of Satoshi speculation is back in full force after a new report claimed the 17-year hunt now points to Adam Back, the British cryptographer behind Hashcash and current Blockstream CEO. The story has spread fast across crypto feeds because if markets believe a credible identity case is forming, traders immediately start pricing […]

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on Apr 8, 2026
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Circle expands USDC payouts in Singapore, boosting faster, cheaper, and transparent cross-border stablecoin payments for fintechs and global businesses across Asia. Circle has expanded its stablecoin payment services into Asia. The update enables partners in Singapore to make cross-border payments using Circle Mint. This action is meant to enhance speed, transparency, and efficiency in international […]

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on Apr 8, 2026
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Revenue growth accelerates with $6.8M weekly fees as trading demand remains stable after fee expansion. Polymarket is rapidly tightening its grip on the prediction market sector. On-chain data shows a sharp rise in fee generation following a recent pricing overhaul. Also, trading activity has remained strong despite broader monetization across categories. These trends point to […]

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on Apr 8, 2026
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Crypto fraud losses in the US reach $11.4B in 2025 as complaints rise, with older adults and investment scams heavily impacted. Crypto fraud has grown rapidly across the United States, causing major financial losses for many people. According to the Federal Bureau of Investigation, in 2025, Americans lost 11.4 billion to crypto-related scams. This amount […]

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on Apr 7, 2026
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Chainlink holds micro support between $8.34 and $8.64 as analysts watch the $9.17 level for confirmation of a recovery move. Chainlink is sitting at a level that could go either way. The LINK price is holding inside a narrow micro support band between $8.34 and $8.64. Not a clean bounce. Not a breakdown either. The […]

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on Apr 7, 2026
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Coinbase CEO Armstrong confirms focus on everything exchange, stablecoin payments, and self-custodial DeFi wallets. Agentic Wallets processed 50 million machine-to-machine transactions since late 2025 without human intervention. Stablecoins enable micro-payments for AI agents, supporting high-frequency, low-cost automated transactions. Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong outlined the company’s top priorities in an interview with the Relentless podcast. He […]

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on Apr 7, 2026
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Institutional interest in concentrated tech exposure drives BlackRock’s push into Nasdaq-100 ETFs. BlackRock is moving to enter the Nasdaq-100 ETF space, aiming to tap strong demand for big tech exposure. The filing signals growing institutional demand for concentrated exposure to large-cap technology names. It also sets up a direct challenge to one of the most […]

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on Apr 7, 2026
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Onchain Real World Assets reach $468B, with $441B in institutional permissioned systems. Crypto-native RWAs total $27B on public blockchains like Ethereum, Solana, and BNB Chain. Over 710,000 users hold RWAs, while stablecoins reach 242M holders and $300B in value. Onchain Real World Assets (RWAs) have reached a total value of $468 billion, showing growing institutional […]