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Fintech & Ecommerce

Fintech Market Breakthroughs 2024: A Year in Review

2024 was a challenging year for many fintech companies but it also brought a lot of encouraging results for the industry. Today, we’ll talk about the most notable fintech innovations of this year that are ushering in new opportunities for customers and businesses alike.

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Bitcoin to Gold Ratio Hits Historic Highs

The new record of 40 gold ounces per BTC was registered just as the “digital gold” was being traded at over $106K per Bitcoin.

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Binance Sees $24B Customer Deposit Inflows in 2024

Binance attributes the growth in customer deposit inflows to a global surge in the adoption of digital assets, historic price milstones, and the increasing regulatory clarity regarding cryptocurrency status.

Blockchain & Crypto

BitOasis Secures VASP License in Dubai

BitOasis can now offer a full range of crypto trading services in Dubai upon receiving a full virtual asset service provider (VASP) license.

Blockchain & Crypto

Australian Fintech Faces Contraction, Blockchain Hit Hardest

Despite global interest in cryptocurrency, Australia has seen the closure of several blockchain and crypto startups, amid the overall decline of fintech innovation in the country.

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Best Payment Options for Freelancers

The world of freelancing has opened up unprecedented opportunities for professionals to collaborate with clients across the globe. However, this international scope brings with it the complex task of managing payments from various countries and currencies. For freelancers, selecting an appropriate payment platform is not just a matter of convenience; it’s a critical decision that […]

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ZA Bank Launches Retail Crypto Services

Hong Kong’s ZA Bank enables retail cryptocurrency trading directly within its app.

Blockchain & Crypto

Is Web 3.0 Already Impacting Payments?

Everyone talks about Web 3.0 and how the next evolution of the internet gives users control over their data and assets. It may seem that the third iteration of the world wide web is already in full swing. Is it, though? Let’s take a closer look at the payments industry to discover any traces of […]

Blockchain & Crypto

First Stablecoin Pegged to Brazilian Real Launches on TRON Blockchain

Mercado Bitcoin has introduced MBRL stablecoin linked to the value of Brazilian Real on the TRON blockchain.

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Gemini Launches Crypto Services in France

US-based crypto exchange Gemini launched its services in France about a year after obtaining a digital asset service provider (DASP) registration.

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Goldman Sachs to Spin Out Digital Asset Platform

Goldman Sachs plans to spin out its digital asset platform in a move aligned with its strategy to scale back direct involvement in retail cryptocurrencies and support blockchain-based ventures.

Blockchain & Crypto

How to Avoid FOMO Ruining Your Crypto Trading Strategy

FOMO can affect investors’ decision-making, creating too much uncertainty and pressure to keep up with the volatile crypto trends. The stress about missing crypto trading opportunities not only leads to impulsive investing decisions but also seriously affects mental well-being. What should you do when you feel the ‘fear of missing out’ is creeping into your […]

Blockchain & Crypto

Typical Crypto Security Mistakes and How to Stop Them

In the rapidly growing world of cryptocurrency, securing your property is critical. As we dive deeper into digital finance, one of the most good sized errors an investor can make is underestimating the importance of protection in dealing with and buying and selling/exchanging cryptos and crypto wallets. While diverse wallets just like the Starknet Wallet […]

Fintech & Ecommerce

How to Appeal to Gen Z With Your Fintech Solution

Gen Z is gradually emerging as a major influential power in the e-commerce sector. Although Gen X still remains the biggest spender, Zoomers are expected to display the fastest spending power growth in the next 10 years. Here is how to cater to this increasingly important consumer category with a suitable fintech solution.

Blockchain & Crypto

Visa Direct to Enable Real-Time Account Funding for Coinbase Customers

Coinbase integration of Visa Direct real-time payment service allows eligible Visa debit cardholders to instantly deposit funds into their Coinbase accounts, enhancing the speed and flexibility of transactions.

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Why Are Crypto Payments So Rare in E-Commerce?

Statistics say private cryptocurrencies and stablecoins were used for less than 0.2% of global e-commerce transaction value in 2022. At the same time, global cryptocurrency ownership rates have been steadily increasing for the past few years. Besides, the growing number of merchants are adding crypto to acceptable payment methods. Something just doesn’t add up. What […]