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20 February

Stablecoins Set to Soar: S&P Predicts Surge with Clear Regulations

The stablecoin market could be on the brink of significant growth as global regulatory clarity improves, according to a recent report from S&P Global Ratings. The financial analytics giant suggests that well-defined regulations will drive broader adoption of stablecoins, enhancing their role in mainstream finance. Regulation: The Missing Piece in Stablecoin Expansion Stablecoins—cryptocurrencies pegged to traditional assets like the U.S. …

20 February

Bitcoin Faces Correction? Weak Demand & Liquidity Signal Trouble – CryptoQuant

Bitcoin’s recent price action suggests that a correction may be imminent, as on-chain data from CryptoQuant points to weak demand and declining liquidity. Despite the asset’s strong performance in previous months, indicators now show signs of market exhaustion, raising concerns among traders and investors. Key Warning Signs from CryptoQuant Declining Demand – On-chain data reveals a drop in buying pressure, …

20 February

Nigeria Hits Binance with $79.5B Lawsuit, Demands $2B in Back Taxes

Nigeria has escalated its crackdown on cryptocurrency exchanges, filing a $79.5 billion lawsuit against Binance for alleged economic damages and seeking an additional $2 billion in unpaid taxes. This marks one of the largest legal actions against a crypto exchange by a national government, underscoring the growing regulatory pressure on digital asset platforms operating in emerging markets. Why Is Nigeria …

20 February

Brazil Makes History: World’s First Spot XRP ETF Approved by Hashdex

Brazil has taken a groundbreaking step in crypto adoption, becoming the first country to approve a spot XRP exchange-traded fund (ETF). Managed by Hashdex, this ETF allows investors to gain direct exposure to XRP without needing to hold the asset themselves. The approval marks a major milestone for both XRP and the global crypto ETF market, as more institutional products …

20 February

Coinbase Boosts US Crypto Futures with CFTC-Approved Solana Contracts

In a major expansion of its derivatives offerings, Coinbase has introduced CFTC-regulated Solana (SOL) futures contracts, further strengthening its position in the US crypto futures market. This move marks another step toward increasing institutional and retail access to regulated crypto derivatives. Why Solana Futures? Solana (SOL) has emerged as one of the top blockchain networks, known for its high-speed transactions …

20 February

Vitalik Buterin Talks Ethereum’s Future & Decentralization in Tako Q&A

Ethereum co-founder Vitalik Buterin recently held a Q&A session on Tako, engaging with the community on Ethereum’s long-term development, scalability, and decentralization. The discussion covered key upgrades, governance challenges, and the future of Ethereum in a rapidly evolving blockchain landscape. Ethereum’s Long-Term Vision Buterin emphasized that Ethereum’s future hinges on three core pillars: Scalability – With proto-danksharding (EIP-4844) and full …

20 February

Opinion: The Domain Industry Is Stuck in the 90s—Web3 Could Be the Game Changer

The domain name industry has remained largely unchanged for decades, still operating under a centralized, outdated system that feels stuck in the 1990s. From high renewal fees to reliance on registrars and intermediaries, the traditional domain model is ripe for disruption. Web3 and blockchain-based domains offer a compelling alternative, bringing ownership, decentralization, and innovation to an industry in desperate need …

20 February

Kraken Set to Make Waves: Crypto Exchange Eyes India Comeback

Global cryptocurrency exchange Kraken is reportedly gearing up to re-enter the Indian market, marking a significant move in the country’s evolving digital asset landscape. This potential comeback signals growing confidence in India’s crypto ecosystem despite ongoing regulatory uncertainties. Kraken’s History with India Kraken previously explored India’s market but, like many international exchanges, faced hurdles due to fluctuating regulations and banking …

19 February

MANTRA Secures Dubai’s VASP License, Expanding DeFi Reach

MANTRA Gains Regulatory Approval in Dubai, Eyes Global DeFi Growth Dubai Grants MANTRA VASP License, Boosting Crypto Expansion MANTRA Secures Key License in Dubai, Strengthens DeFi & RWA Strategy DeFi Platform MANTRA Gets Green Light in Dubai, Expanding Web3 Offerings HONG KONG – Decentralized finance (DeFi) platform MANTRA has obtained a Virtual Asset Service Provider (VASP) license from Dubai’s Virtual …

19 February

Bitcoin Titans: Why Strategy (MSTR) Outshines MARA

MSTR vs. MARA: The Smarter Bitcoin Investment? Hodl or Mine? Why Strategy Is Winning the Bitcoin Race Bitcoin Boom: Why Strategy (MSTR) Is Beating MARA MSTR vs. MARA: Which Bitcoin Stock Has the Edge? Investors looking to gain exposure to Bitcoin (BTC) through stocks have two distinct options: Strategy (NASDAQ: MSTR) and MARA Holdings (NASDAQ: MARA). While Strategy (formerly MicroStrategy) …