Latest FinTech & Blockchain News
Coinbase and Chainlink Launch Base–Solana Cross-Chain Bridge
The newly launched Base–Solana Chainlink bridge, powered by Chainlink’s CCIP, enables secure, seamless asset transfers between Coinbase’s Ethereum layer-2 network and Solana, promoting liquidity and DeFi innovation. This collaboration fosters interoperability and positions dApps like Zora and Aerodrome for expanded functionality across ecosystems.
Russia Considers Easing Cryptocurrency Regulations by Year-End
The Bank of Russia plans to relax crypto regulations, potentially expanding market participation beyond highly qualified investors to ease the current restricted cross-border payments. VTB Bank also announced its intention to launch direct cryptocurrency trading services by 2026, signaling growing crypto institutionalization in Russia.
South Korea Advances Digital Asset Legislation Favoring Bank Consortium Stablecoin Issuance
South Korea aims to restrict stablecoin issuance rights to consortia with at least 51% bank ownership under its upcoming Digital Asset Basic Act, balancing innovation with regulatory oversight to ensure financial stability in the digital asset sector.
Paxos Expands Stablecoin Infrastructure with USDG Network
Paxos launched the USDG Network to enhance stablecoin infrastructure, reflecting continued investment in regulated, scalable stablecoin solutions as part of the broader FinTech ecosystem development.
Binance Shifts 2025 Crypto Portfolio Focus Towards Risk Diversification and Emerging Ecosystems
Binance’s 2025 strategy balances exposure between Bitcoin, Ethereum, and altcoins, while emphasizing emerging blockchain ecosystems like Solana and XRP for sustainable adoption and innovation in AI and real-world asset tokenization.
2025 Bitcoin Leverage Liquidation Crisis Reveals Systemic Crypto Market Risks
A major Bitcoin liquidation event wiped $19.13 billion within 24 hours, exposing risks from over-leveraged ETFs and opaque derivatives markets. This has prompted calls for enhanced regulatory frameworks, stress tests, and investor education to mitigate future systemic crises.
Paribu Acquires Majority Stake in Middle East’s CoinMENA in $240 Million Deal
Turkish digital-asset platform Paribu acquired CoinMENA, a Bahrain and Dubai licensed exchange, marking Türkiye’s largest fintech acquisition and expanding regulated crypto operations across the MENA region.
Kyrgyzstan Launches USDKG Gold-Backed Stablecoin on Tron Blockchain
Kyrgyzstan officially introduced USDKG, a state-controlled gold-backed stablecoin pegged 1:1 to USD with initial issuance of $50 million, audited by ConsenSys Diligence and set to expand onto Ethereum, enhancing blockchain-backed national currencies.
Bitcoin Poised to End 2025 Without Further Negative Days According to On-Chain Metrics
On-chain data indicate Bitcoin has already surpassed average yearly negative daily price movements, suggesting price stabilization and a likely consolidation range into year-end, with potential for a deeper correction in 2026.
Top Crypto PR Agencies Highlighted for Web3 Project Growth in 2026
Industry insights spotlight leading crypto PR agencies to support Web3 project expansion, emphasizing the importance of strategic communication and adoption acceleration in the evolving blockchain sphere.