Coinbase Commerce Drops Native Bitcoin Support
From now on, to use Bitcoin for payments, shoppers will need a Coinbase account, as the Coinbase Commerce platform no longer supports Bitcoin payments from self-custody wallets or third-party exchanges.
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How the Rise of Blockchain Affects the Popularity of Ethereum Casinos
The intersection of blockchain technology and online casinos has sparked a new era in the digital gaming industry. Among the beneficiaries of this revolution are Ethereum casinos, which have witnessed a surge in popularity due to blockchain’s unique attributes.
Key 2024 Crypto Trends
Decentralisation is a keyword in the modern financial industry. The crypto segment is developing rapidly, with new trends shaping the future of decentralised transactions. Here is what to expect from the cryptocurrency field in 2024.
New Zealand Central Bank Head Says About Instability of Stablecoins
The Governor of the Reserve Bank of New Zealand, Adrian Orr, expressed concern about digital currencies, calling them oxymorons and the biggest misnomers.
Pros and Cons of Accepting Crypto Payments in 2024
Over the last several years, the rise in popularity of cryptocurrencies has undoubtedly transformed the ways we think about money and transactions. For business enterprises, the decision to accept cryptocurrency payments is not one to be taken lightly, requiring careful thought rather than diving in blindly.
Top 5 hosting companies who accept crypto
Cryptocurrency is growing in popularity, especially during a couple of recent years, but that trend is still at the very beginning. Lots of huge corporations and organizations are not accepting crypto for a variety of subjective reasons. Luckily, web hosting providers are more rapid with their payment mechanisms and have used Bitcoin and other virtual […]
Disrupting Finance, Navigating Regulation: Blockchain’s Legal Crossroads
Blockchain’s impact transcends cryptocurrencies, offering transformative potential across diverse industries due to its decentralized and cross-border nature. However, legal and regulatory considerations warrant attention to maximize its benefits. Its magic potion? Decentralization. With no central authority dictating the flow, blockchain empowers seamless cross-border transactions, shaking the very foundations of the financial landscape.
Bitpanda Launches Institutional Crypto Platform
Austrian fintech unicorn Bitpanda has launched Bitpanda Wealth – a cryptocurrency trading platform catering to the growing demand for institutional crypto services in the EU.
China to Revise AML Regulations With Crypto Transaction Cases
The revised law on Anti-Money Laundering (AML) practices in China will take into account the prevention of cryptocurrency use for such illegal purposes.
Visa and Transak to Enable Crypto-to-Fiat Withdrawals
Cooperation between the Visa payment network and Web3 infrastructure provider Transak will facilitate crypto-to-fiat withdrawals without centralised exchanges involved.
PayPal Funds Crypto Payment Startup Mesh With PYUSD Stablecoin
PayPal has invested in Mesh, a crypto-friendly embedded finance solution, almost completely funding the investment with PayPal USD (PYUSD) – Ethereum-based stablecoin.
Spot Bitcoin ETF Application Registered in Hong Kong
Following the approval of several spot Bitcoin ETF applications in the U.S., regulators in Hong Kong see the first financial institutions trying to jump on the crypto ETF bandwagon.
BIS to Focus on Cybersecurity, CBDCs and Green Finance in 2024
The Bank for International Settlements (BIS) announced its work program for the year, which includes six new projects exploring the issues of cybersecurity, fighting financial crime, CBDCs and green finance.
Crypto’s Terraform Files for Bankruptcy
Terraform Labs Pte., a company specializing in digital assets and co-founded by Do Kwon, has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection in the United States.
The Dark Side of Crypto Gaming: Exposing the Risks of Crypto Games and Payments
Crypto gaming’s appeal is undeniable, offering advantages like reduced fees and enhanced security. However, its decentralized nature poses challenges, especially in the U.S. where regulatory oversight struggles to keep pace.
Fox’s Verify to Weed Out AI-Generated Media Stories
Fox Corp has released its blockchain-powered tool, Verify, to weed out media stories generated by artificial intelligence. Project Polygon was formed with one goal in mind: to “Verify” or authenticate bona fide articles and images in the hopes of weeding out deepfakes.
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