Bybit EU Integrates PayPal to Expand Regulated Crypto Access Across Europe
Bybit EU has integrated PayPal as a fiat funding and withdrawal option across the European Economic Area, aiming to simplify access to digital assets under the…
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Crypto.com Partners with South Korea’s Largest Payment Gateway KG Inicis
Crypto.com has partnered with KG Inicis to enable crypto payments across South Korea’s largest payment gateway network, targeting foreign tourists and expanding digital asset adoption in retail commerce.
Visa and Coinbase Prepare Competing Payment Rails for AI Agent Economy
Visa and Coinbase are building rival infrastructures for AI-driven payments as autonomous agents begin executing microtransactions across the internet economy.
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USDC Overtakes USDT in Adjusted Transaction Volume, Mizuho Says
Circle’s USDC has surpassed Tether’s USDT in adjusted transaction volume in 2026, according to Mizuho analysts, signaling shifting stablecoin usage patterns.
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Binance.US Appoints Stephen Gregory as CEO
Binance.US has appointed compliance executive Stephen Gregory as CEO as the exchange prepares to expand its services in the United States.
Mastercard Launches Crypto Partner Program to Bridge Blockchain and Payments
Mastercard launches Crypto Partner Program with 85+ partners to connect blockchain systems with banks, merchants, and global payments for real-world use cases.
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Coinbase-Backed x402 Protocol Sees Limited Micropayment Adoption
The x402 protocol, designed for AI-driven micropayments, currently processes minimal daily volume, highlighting early-stage adoption challenges despite a $7 billion ecosystem valuation.
Tokenized RWAs Reach $23.6B as Demand for 24/7 Markets Grows
Tokenized real-world assets have grown to $23.6 billion in 2026, led by funds, commodities, and equities as investors seek blockchain-based markets with continuous trading access.
US Prosecutors Request October 2026 Retrial for Tornado Cash Co-Founder Roman Storm
US prosecutors are seeking an October 2026 retrial for Tornado Cash co-founder Roman Storm on unresolved money laundering and sanctions charges after a hung jury in…
Pudgy Penguins Launches Browser-Based Game Prioritizing Gameplay Over Crypto
Pudgy Penguins released Pudgy World, a browser game emphasizing smooth gameplay and narrative, with crypto elements secondary, boosting its PENGU token 9%.