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Luno, Zapper Partner for Crypto Payments at 31,000 Merchants
8.10.2024
South African crypto exchange Luno has partnered with Zapper to enable crypto payments at over 31,000 merchants. This partnership aims to expand crypto’s use beyond investment and into daily transactions. The partnership is part of a broader trend in South Africa, with other exchanges like...
DHS says it thwarted over 500 crypto ransom attacks in 3 years
7.10.2024
The US Homeland Security Investigations (HIS) Cyber Crimes Center reported it disrupted hundreds of ransom attacks since its formation in 2021
Paypal Completes First Corporate Transaction Using PYUSD Stablecoin
6.10.2024
Paypal has made a significant step in corporate payments by completing its first transaction using its stablecoin Paypal USD (PYUSD). This milestone highlights the role digital currencies can play in streamlining cross-border transactions, with Paypal partnering with Ernst & Young LLP. Paypal...
Brazil tests DeFi elements, compatibility in Drex CBDC pilot
4.10.2024
Brazil’s central bank is developing a synthetic central bank digital currency, which aims to blend decentralization, privacy and programmability
Crypto Payments Firm BCB Group Was the Subject of an FCA Investigation: Sources
4.10.2024
The U.K financial services regulator issued the payments provider a 166 notice late last year
Ripple Boosts Cross-Border Transactions in Brazil With New Payment Solution
4.10.2024
Ripple is expanding its digital payments service in Brazil, partnering with Mercado Bitcoin to offer faster, cheaper cross-border transactions. This move positions Ripple Payments as a key player in the region’s crypto landscape, helping businesses move funds 24/7. With plans to streamline treasury...
BRICS Unified Exchange to Leverage Blockchain and Virtual Currency for Settlements
3.10.2024
Deputy Chairman of the State Duma Alexander Babakov proposed creating a unified BRICS exchange using blockchain and virtual currency for inter-bloc settlements. Babakov stated that such an organization “will be the key to the economic sovereignty and independence of our countries,”...
Ripple & Mercado Bitcoin Partner to Upscale Global Payments
3.10.2024
Ripple Labs, a leading blockchain payments firm, has launched its enhanced end-to-end payments solution in Brazil. This marks…
Ripple and Mercado Bitcoin to launch crypto-enabled payments in Brazil
3.10.2024
Mercado Bitcoin, one of the largest crypto exchanges in Latin America and a partner of Mastercard, is working with Ripple on crypto-enabled international payments
Transak secures Alabama license, expands US crypto services
3.10.2024
The Alabama Money Transmitter License marks a major milestone in Transak’s US growth as it works toward full state-level coverage
Ripple Partners With Brazilian Exchange Mercado Bitcoin to Offer Business-Focused Payments Solution
3.10.2024
Mercado Bitcoin plans to offer its corporate and retail customers support for international payments, allowing users to transact with Brazilian Reais
Visa launches tokenized asset platform for digital asset management
3.10.2024
Visa announced its tokenized asset platform for issuing and managing digital assets, which includes stablecoins and CBDCs, to meet growing demand in the blockchain space
Ohio Senator Pushes for Cryptocurrency Tax Payments With New Bill
3.10.2024
Ohio State Senator Niraj Antani has introduced a bill to legalize cryptocurrency payments for state and local taxes. Emphasizing the importance of cryptocurrency in the present economy, the bill requires Ohio to accept digital currencies like bitcoin and allows state retirement systems to invest...
Ripple receives in-principle license approval in Dubai
1.10.2024
Ripple has acquired in-principle financial services license approval from Dubai’s DFSA, moving closer to offering cross-border crypto payment services in the UAE
Ohio to consider accepting crypto for tax payments and fees
30.9.2024
They tried once in 2018, but the State Board of Deposits "failed" to show any enthusiasm
Ohio Senator Introduces Bill To Allow Bitcoin Tax Payments
30.9.2024
Ohio State Senator Niraj Antani, has introduced a groundbreaking bill that aims to allow residents to pay their…
No, FTX distribution payments do not begin on Sept. 30
29.9.2024
According to the FTX bankruptcy estate, total claims from injured parties top $11 billion, as a court hearing to confirm the plan looms.
No, FTX distribution payments do not begin on September 30
29.9.2024
According to the FTX bankruptcy estate, total claims from injured parties top $11 billion, as a court hearing to confirm the plan looms.
No, FTX distribution payments do not begin on September 30
29.9.2024
According to the FTX bankruptcy estate, total claims from injured parties top $11 billion, as a court hearing to confirm the plan looms.
Putin: Russia Examining Digital Currencies for Independent Payments
28.9.2024
Vladimir Putin highlighted that Russia is examining the use of national digital currencies to implement an independent and supranational alternative payment system. However, he also outlined the intricacies of building such a platform, given the level of integration of major trading partners with...