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Algorand has been added to Coinbase’s x402 payments ecosystem via GoPlausible, whose members enable APIs and websites to easily receive crypto payments. The inclusion will see Algorand work closely

_Key Takeaways_ _RAY is up 20% on the week and is forming a potential inverse head and shoulders, signaling a possible trend reversal after a p

Ethereum developers are executing a multi-year plan, led by Vitalik Buterin, to reduce block slots from 12 seconds to potentially 2 seconds while improving finality delays. The roadmap, known as Strawmap, outlines gradual upgrades and aims for significant enhancements by 2029.

The US banking regulator has taken a major step toward formalizing crypto oversight. The GENIUS Act rulemaking process now begins as regulators seek structured public feedback. This development signals a serious shift in how Washington plans to handle digital asset supervision. The Office of the

_Key Takeaways_ _VIRTUAL has formed a Bearish Bat harmonic pattern on the daily chart, suggesting potential upside toward the $0.838–$0.884

Circle's Q4 revenue surged 77% to $770M, with net income increasing by $129M, reflecting strong adoption of its USD stablecoin, $USDC. This growth signals positive momentum for the digital finance sector, positioning Circle as a key driver in the evolving crypto economy.

_Key Takeaways_ _AAVE bounced strongly from channel support near $92.23, sparking a 13% rebound._ _Price is now testing the $129 area,

_Tether embeds stablecoin payments directly into a global marketplace built for creators and entrepreneurs._ Tether has committed $200 million to Whop in a deal that values the online marketplace at $1.6 billion. The agreement links one of the largest digital dollar issuers with a fast-growing g

Article by: Lawyer Shao Jianding Recently, Bloomberg reports (cited by multiple media outlets) mentioned that Hong Kong-based stablecoin payment platform RedotPay is considering an IPO in the U.S., with potential fundraising exceeding $1 billion, a target valuation possibly over $4 billion, and has already engaged with several top investment banks; the report also emphasizes that discussions are still ongoing, and the scale and valuation may be adjusted. (Bloomberg Legal News) This type of news is worth serious attention from legal and compliance professionals, not just because of the "large fundraising scale," but because it touches on a more critical issue: when stablecoin payment platforms begin to enter mainstream capital markets, the market will not only ask about growth figures but will also scrutinize business structure, responsibility boundaries, and regulatory compliance to ensure clarity. From the official website and terms, RedotPay has already gone beyond just "cards" or "money"

Bitcoin price is pressing closer to $70K again. That move alone has pulled attention back to the broader crypto market. Yet as BTC climbs, another major name has started to stand out. Hedera and its native token HBAR have quietly posted a strong move of their own. HBAR price jumped over 12%

Licensing Expansion to Cover Dealers and Custodians The government will introduce a bill this year to license digital asset dealers and custodians. The proposal will expand regulation beyond trading platforms and bring more service providers under formal supervision. As a result, authorities aim to