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Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin is a potential game-changer in the rapidly expanding stablecoin market, which is projected to reach trillions of dollars. With SBI Holdings planning to bring RLUSD to Japan, the stablecoin could be integrated alongside XRP, positioning Ripple for a stronger role in global p...

FED Chair Jerome Powell spoke at Jackson Hole on August 22, addressing rate cuts, inflation, and the labor market. Powell’s Friday appearance turned out to be a bonanza for intraday stock traders and crypto investors, as both the NASDAQ and major cryptos surged after he hinted at a possible Septembe...

Ethereum surged by over 15% today, which catapulted it to an ATH of $4,885, higher than the 2021 ATH of $4,868. The boost all took place in one day, with $ETH jumping from $4,231 to $4,885 and keeping its momentum even after dropping below the $4,800 mark. At the time of writing this article, Ethere...

Bitcoin had one of its most volatile weeks in recent months, marked by sharp swings that kept both bulls and bears on edge. The leading cryptocurrency surged to a new all-time high near $124,000, only to tumble below the $115,000 level within days. This swift reversal highlighted the fragility of mo...

The journey of XRP toward mainstream recognition is no longer theoretical, as businesses across different industries begin testing and adopting it in their financial operations. Because of this, the asset may play a much bigger role in global digital money in the years ahead. Institutional Catalysts...

With granddaddy cryptos like Bitcoin and Ethereum hitting new highs, the entire altcoin and meme coin market is on the cusp of an explosive rally. Historically, every time $BTC and $ETH surge, altcoin season follows, and that’s exactly what could be unfolding right now. And if you want to eke out th...

BNB is entering a new phase of adoption after a landmark announcement from China Renaissance, a Hong Kong-listed investment bank with deep institutional influence. On August 22, 2025, the bank’s board of directors revealed that it had signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with YZi Labs, allocat...

Chainlink recently broke $25 after an interesting few days, rising double-digits in a single day to stage a test of $27. The price was initially rejected at this level, which would suggest that the momentum does not have as much support as expected. This puts the altcoin in a precarious position as ...

After navigating significant challenges in the United States regarding money laundering allegations that led to the resignation of its former CEO, Changpeng Zhao (CZ), cryptocurrency exchange Binance finds itself under scrutiny once again, this time in Australia. Binance’s AML And CTF Controls...

Taiwanese authorities have wrapped up a major investigation into one of the country’s most high-profile crypto-related fraud cases, filing charges against 14 individuals linked to the BitShine exchange. Prosecutors allege the group conspired with criminal networks to siphon NT$1.27 billion (approxim...

The Commodity Futures Trading Commission (CFTC) has announced the next phase of the agency’s “Crypto Sprint” initiative, which aims to examine and implement recommendations from the White House. Related Reading: Crypto Demand On The Rise: Wealthy Asian Investors Seek To Increase Digital Assets Portf...

According to reports, a Pennsylvania Democratic lawmaker on Aug. 20 filed a bill that would tighten rules around elected officials and cryptocurrency. Rep. Ben Waxman of District 182 introduced House Bill 1812 with eight Democratic co-sponsors. Related Reading: First Of Its Kind: Ripple Helps Build ...

South Korea’s biggest banks are reportedly in talks with Tether and Circle to discuss potential stablecoin partnerships and distribution in the country. Four Major South Korean Financial Groups Looking Into Stablecoins As reported by YonHap, major South Korean financial groups will see their t...

In the face of rising prices and renewed interest in the cryptocurrency market, North Korean hackers are intensifying their illicit activities, specifically targeting exchanges like Coinbase. CEO Brian Armstrong revealed that the company has had to adapt its policies significantly to counteract thes...

In a major policy shift, federal prosecutors are changing how they approach decentralized finance, or Defi. After years of uncertainty around liability for coders and software developers, officials are now drawing a clear line between creating technology and committing a crime. The US Justice Depart...

Filipino lawmaker Representative Migz Villafuerte has introduced House Bill 421, which seeks to establish a strategic Bitcoin (BTC) reserve for the Philippines. The bill tasks the Bangko Sentral ng Pilipinas (BSP) with acquiring 10,000 BTC over the next five years. Philippines Politician Floats Stra...

Bitcoin is testing a critical demand zone after a sharp decline that has shaken investor confidence. The move comes just days after BTC traded near all-time highs, only to reverse and face aggressive selling pressure. Analysts remain divided — some see this as a temporary pullback within the broader...

In a recent short post on its official X account, the Fed confirmed that the migration to the ISO 20022 messaging standard has been completed. The news might sound highly technical, but XRP proponents and payment analysts see it as a quiet milestone that could transform how money moves across border...

Bitcoin is entering a decisive phase after setting fresh all-time highs last week but failing to trigger a clean breakout. Following the rejection below $125K, the market has shifted into uncertainty, with volatility rising and traders split on what comes next. Analysts are divided: some warn of a b...

The legal battle between the US Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) and blockchain payment company Ripple Labs has officially come to an end as of August 22. After four years of intense litigation over the status and sales of its associated cryptocurrency, XRP, the US Court of Appeals for the S...