More Stablecoins, More Markets, More Flexibility: How Global Payments Infrastructure is Evolving
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The window for deliberate infrastructure selection, as opposed to reactive infrastructure adoption, is narrowing. What gets decided now, which platform, which architecture, which settlement model will go on to define institutional payments operations for the next several years.
The window for deliberate infrastructure selection, as opposed to reactive infrastructure adoption, is narrowing. What gets decided now, which platform, which architecture, which settlement model will go on to define institutional payments operations for the next several years.
Source: Crypto, Blockchain and FinTech Industry Insights Blog | Ripple ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-24 00:00:00
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AI-driven hacks could kill DeFi — unless projects act now
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In future, DeFi protocols will either become unhackable…. or they will cease to exist. Both outcomes are now possible due to AI.
In future, DeFi protocols will either become unhackable…. or they will cease to exist. Both outcomes are now possible due to AI.
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Bitcoin buyers show ‘renewed conviction’ with BTC price push toward $79K
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Bitcoin reached multi-month highs at $79,000 as bulls regained control and exchange reserves tightened, signaling buyers returning and reduced sell pressure.
Bitcoin reached multi-month highs at $79,000 as bulls regained control and exchange reserves tightened, signaling buyers returning and reduced sell pressure.
Keywords: Market Analysis
Authors: Nancy Lubale ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-23 11:16:01
Authors: Nancy Lubale ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-23 11:16:01
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Phishing, deepfakes, supply chain attacks to fuel 2026's biggest crypto hacks: CertiK
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CertiK has urged crypto users not to overlook basic security practices as major crypto hacks spiked in April.
CertiK has urged crypto users not to overlook basic security practices as major crypto hacks spiked in April.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Ciaran Lyons ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-23 05:11:58
Authors: Ciaran Lyons ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-23 05:11:58
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LONGITUDE recap: Adam Back on Satoshi, crypto regulation needs tweaks
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Blockstream’s Adam Back discusses why people think he’s Satoshi Nakamoto, while the CEO of OKX Europe said MiCA is “extremely beneficial” for the industry at the latest LONGITUDE event in Paris.
Blockstream’s Adam Back discusses why people think he’s Satoshi Nakamoto, while the CEO of OKX Europe said MiCA is “extremely beneficial” for the industry at the latest LONGITUDE event in Paris.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Ciaran Lyons ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-23 01:30:34
Authors: Ciaran Lyons ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-23 01:30:34
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Agglayer Processed $200M Post-Hack With Zero Incidents. ZK Proofs Are Why.
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A single forged signature paused bridges across 20+ chains. Agglayer’s unified bridge didn't. Because its security relies on math, not people.
A single forged signature paused bridges across 20+ chains. Agglayer’s unified bridge didn't. Because its security relies on math, not people.
Source: Polygon Blog — Payments, Stablecoins & Blockchain Infrastructure Insights ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-23 00:00:00
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Celo at Six: The Most Widely Adopted Blockchain for Stablecoins
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Six years ago today, Celo mainnet launched on Earth Day as an EVM-compatible blockchain with an ambitious mission: to create the conditions of prosperity for all. The network was born out of a need to build borderless financial systems accessible to anyone with a smartphone — leveraging [...]
Six years ago today, Celo mainnet launched on Earth Day as an EVM-compatible blockchain with an ambitious mission: to create the conditions of prosperity for all. The network was born out of a need to build borderless financial systems accessible to anyone with a smartphone — leveraging [...]
Keywords: news, celos, opera, ethereum, mini-pay
Authors: Celo Foundation ( top authors )
Source: The Celo Blog - Medium ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 15:00:14
Authors: Celo Foundation ( top authors )
Source: The Celo Blog - Medium ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 15:00:14
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UK cracks down on illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading in nationwide raids
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The Financial Conduct Authority has raided eight locations suspected of illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading, issuing cease-and-desist orders.
The Financial Conduct Authority has raided eight locations suspected of illegal peer-to-peer crypto trading, issuing cease-and-desist orders.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 13:38:00
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 13:38:00
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How to fix insider trading on platforms like Polymarket and Kalshi
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Prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi provide valuable intel, but can also incentivize insider trading. Here’s how they fight back.
Prediction markets like Polymarket and Kalshi provide valuable intel, but can also incentivize insider trading. Here’s how they fight back.
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Russia advances crypto bill that could pave way for criminal penalties
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Russian lawmakers passed a first reading of a bill regulating crypto through licensed intermediaries, with key rules set to take effect in July 2026 and 2027.
Russian lawmakers passed a first reading of a bill regulating crypto through licensed intermediaries, with key rules set to take effect in July 2026 and 2027.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 13:11:17
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 13:11:17
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North Korea tied to heists worth $578M in April after Kelp DAO exploit
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DPRK-linked crypto theft topped $578M in April after the Kelp DAO exploit, as attacks continue to expand across protocols, companies and end users.
DPRK-linked crypto theft topped $578M in April after the Kelp DAO exploit, as attacks continue to expand across protocols, companies and end users.
Keywords: Features
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 12:29:54
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 12:29:54
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Bitcoin Bull Score hits six-month high as 2022 bear-market fears linger
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Bitcoin price metrics saw a broad recovery in April, but analysis warns that the 2022 bear-market breakdown could still repeat.
Bitcoin price metrics saw a broad recovery in April, but analysis warns that the 2022 bear-market breakdown could still repeat.
Keywords: Markets
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 10:10:02
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-22 10:10:02
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European investors may switch banks for better crypto access, survey finds
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A survey by Börse Stuttgart Digital shows that 35% of European investors would switch to banks with better crypto offerings, but regulatory uncertainty remains an issue.
A survey by Börse Stuttgart Digital shows that 35% of European investors would switch to banks with better crypto offerings, but regulatory uncertainty remains an issue.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Zoltan Vardai ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 14:53:41
Authors: Zoltan Vardai ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 14:53:41
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Group of 39 firms urge EU to fast-track DLT rules, warn of lagging the US
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A 39-member coalition including Nasdaq urged the EU to fast-track DLT pilot changes, warning Europe could lose ground to the US in tokenized finance.
A 39-member coalition including Nasdaq urged the EU to fast-track DLT pilot changes, warning Europe could lose ground to the US in tokenized finance.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 14:29:11
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 14:29:11
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Canton, ZKsync clash over how blockchains enforce rules
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Matter Labs’ Alex Gluchowski says Canton isn’t a blockchain, while Digital Asset co-founders argue public chains aren’t that different.
Matter Labs’ Alex Gluchowski says Canton isn’t a blockchain, while Digital Asset co-founders argue public chains aren’t that different.
Keywords: Features
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 13:30:10
Authors: Yohan Yun ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 13:30:10
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Bitcoin risks losing $70K as Strategy's STRC slips below $100
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STRC's dropped below its $100 par value, indicating that Strategy will likely pause Bitcoin buying this week, which could help the bears pull price down to $70,000.
STRC's dropped below its $100 par value, indicating that Strategy will likely pause Bitcoin buying this week, which could help the bears pull price down to $70,000.
Keywords: Market Analysis
Authors: Yashu Gola ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 08:25:10
Authors: Yashu Gola ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 08:25:10
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Non-USD Stablecoins: A Guide for Enterprise Payment Teams
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Non-USD Stablecoins: What Enterprise Payment Teams Should Know About Local Currency Settlement
Non-USD Stablecoins: What Enterprise Payment Teams Should Know About Local Currency Settlement
Source: Polygon Blog — Payments, Stablecoins & Blockchain Infrastructure Insights ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-21 00:00:00
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53 DeFi projects infiltrated, 50M NEO tokens could be ‘given back’: Asia Express
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Neo founder proposes giving back 50M tokens, more than 50 crypto projects warned they have been infiltrated by North Korea. Asia Express
Neo founder proposes giving back 50M tokens, more than 50 crypto projects warned they have been infiltrated by North Korea. Asia Express
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Adam Back says current demand is ‘almost’ enough to send Bitcoin to $1M
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Blockstream CEO Adam Back says Bitcoin is on the right trajectory to hit $1 million and maintains the quantum threat to Bitcoin is distant.
Blockstream CEO Adam Back says Bitcoin is on the right trajectory to hit $1 million and maintains the quantum threat to Bitcoin is distant.
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Strategy buys 34,164 Bitcoin for $2.5B, holdings top 800,000 BTC
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Strategy bought 34,164 Bitcoin for $2.54 billion last week, marking its third-largest BTC purchase on record.
Strategy bought 34,164 Bitcoin for $2.54 billion last week, marking its third-largest BTC purchase on record.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-20 12:29:07
Authors: Helen Partz ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-20 12:29:07
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BTC price due new highs: Five things to know in Bitcoin this week
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Bitcoin saw a green weekly close despite renewed US-Iran war momentum, and a trader forecast that BTC price action would beat last week's local highs.
Bitcoin saw a green weekly close despite renewed US-Iran war momentum, and a trader forecast that BTC price action would beat last week's local highs.
Keywords: Markets
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-20 10:18:21
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-20 10:18:21
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BIS warns dollar stablecoins could strain banks and policy
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BIS general manager Pablo Hernández de Cos said US dollar stablecoins may pose risks to financial stability and urges stronger global coordination on regulation.
BIS general manager Pablo Hernández de Cos said US dollar stablecoins may pose risks to financial stability and urges stronger global coordination on regulation.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Christina Comben ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-20 09:05:52
Authors: Christina Comben ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-20 09:05:52
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Post-Quantum Readiness on the XRP Ledger
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Ripple is introducing a multi-phase roadmap to prepare the XRP Ledger (XRPL) for a post-quantum future, with a target for full readiness by 2028.
Ripple is introducing a multi-phase roadmap to prepare the XRP Ledger (XRPL) for a post-quantum future, with a target for full readiness by 2028.
Source: Crypto, Blockchain and FinTech Industry Insights Blog | Ripple ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-20 00:00:00
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Bitcoin price drops to $75K as new Hormuz closure puts focus on oil
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Bitcoin foreshadows fresh market mayhem as it appears that the US-Iran war has returned, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz oil route.
Bitcoin foreshadows fresh market mayhem as it appears that the US-Iran war has returned, including the closure of the Strait of Hormuz oil route.
Keywords: Markets
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-19 12:27:28
Authors: William Suberg ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-19 12:27:28
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RaveDAO denies manipulation as Binance, Bitget probe RAVE trading activity
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RaveDAO denies involvement in RAVE token price surge and crash as Binance and Bitget launch investigations into suspected market manipulation.
RaveDAO denies involvement in RAVE token price surge and crash as Binance and Bitget launch investigations into suspected market manipulation.
Keywords: Latest News
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-19 07:19:50
Authors: Amin Haqshanas ( top authors )
Source: Cointelegraph.com News ( active sources )
Published: 2026-04-19 07:19:50
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