Central bank considers revising ban on digital asset operations, aiming to boost adoption by 2026 Argentina is evaluating changes to its banking regulations that could permit domestic banks to trade cryptocurrencies and provide crypto-related services. The move signals a potential shift toward broader mainstream crypto adoption in the country, aligning with trends across Latin America. Currently, the Central Bank of the Argentine Republic (BCRA) prohibits financial institutions from engaging in digital asset activities, limiting access to crypto for everyday users. Reports indicate that regulatory revisions could take effect as early as April 2026, potentially enabling banks to integrate crypto trading…
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Surge in kidnappings and home invasions forces the industry to rethink wallet design, privacy practices, and real-world risk A sharp rise in physical assaults targeting crypto holders is reshaping one of the industrys oldest debates: whether self custody is worth the personal danger. Data collected over six years shows a rapid escalation of coercion-based theft, with 2025 marking the steepest increase yet. As attacks become more organized and violent, developers and security experts are now confronting a challenge technology alone may not fully solve. The expanding dataset shows more than 225 verified cases of in-person attacks — ranging from home…
New in-app integration allows 6.5 million users to buy major cryptocurrencies directly through the bank GoTyme Bank, one of the Philippines’ fastest-growing digital banking platforms, has introduced cryptocurrency services for its users following a new partnership with U.S. fintech firm Alpaca. The move expands access to digital assets for millions of Filipinos as crypto adoption in the region continues to surge. Through the bank’s mobile app, customers can now buy and store 11 supported cryptocurrencies via an automatic conversion from Philippine pesos to U.S. dollars. The list includes Bitcoin, Ether, Solana, Polkadot and several other altcoins, offering a streamlined entry…
Bitcoin, XRP and Chainlink drive renewed demand as global crypto ETP assets rebound above $180 billion Crypto investment products staged a notable recovery last week, marking their second consecutive week of inflows after a sharp multi-week sell-off. Fresh data shows that institutional appetite is returning across major exchange-traded products (ETPs), led by Bitcoin, XRP, and a record surge in Chainlink exposure. Global crypto ETPs absorbed $716 million in new inflows, extending the previous week’s $1 billion rebound. This momentum follows a period of heightened volatility that saw $5.5 billion exit the market in just four weeks. The renewed inflows pushed…
Exchange to boost USDC liquidity, settlement efficiency and ecosystem-wide adoption through deeper integration USDC is entering a new phase of global expansion as Circle strengthens its strategic ties with leading crypto exchange Bybit. The two companies announced a partnership designed to enhance liquidity, accessibility and cross-platform usability for the rapidly growing stablecoin which is nearing an $80 billion market valuation. The collaboration will see Bybit integrate USDC more deeply across spot markets, derivatives trading and payment channels, reinforcing the exchange’s focus on operating within a transparent and compliant framework. According to the companies, the partnership aims to broaden USDCs role…
Key Support Holds as ETF Demand Crosses Major Milestone XRP has shown renewed resilience after rebounding sharply from the critical $2.00 support zone, a level that continues to act as a psychological anchor for market participants. The chart highlights a decisive reaction from this area, suggesting that institutional buyers stepped in aggressively to defend the level, even as retail participation remains comparatively limited. The latest market flows reflect rising confidence among larger investors. Institutional demand for XRP-linked ETFs has now exceeded $1 billion, a sign that professional capital is positioning for long-term exposure rather than short-term speculation. This trend contrasts…
Network to undergo an orderly shutdown in 2026 after pioneering zero-knowledge rollup technology ZKsync Lite, the earliest zero-knowledge rollup deployed on Ethereum, will be phased out in 2026. The team behind the project announced that the network has fulfilled its original mission and will enter a structured retirement process without affecting other ZKsync products. In a statement posted on X, the team explained that ZKsync Lite—also known as ZKsync 1.0—served as a crucial milestone in demonstrating the viability of production-grade ZK systems. “This is a planned, orderly sunset for a system that has served its purpose,” the team wrote, emphasizing…
Court grants province ownership of seized cash, gold bars and luxury items after Michael Patryn fails to defend the unexplained wealth case The government of British Columbia has obbtained full forfeiture of more than $1 million in cash, gold and luxury goods tied to QuadrigaCX co founder Michael Patryn. The decision follows a default judgment issued by the Supreme Court of British Columbia after Patryn did not appear to contest the proceedings. The ruling finalizes the transfer of 45 gold bars, high-end watches and over $250,000 in cash, all of which were taken from a safety deposit box and a…
The decentralized protocol pivots from its social-first model to focus on a fast-growing in-app wallet that shows stronger product-market alignment Farcaster, the decentralized protocol built on Ethereum Layer 2 infrastructure, is reshaping its long-term roadmap by prioritizing the development of its wallet service over its social media application. The decision comes after years of experimentation with a social-first approach that, according to the team, failed to deliver a sustainable growth engine. In a series of posts detailing the shift, the company’s leadership acknowledged that its 4.5-year effort to scale a decentralized social network did not produuce the momentum they had…
After a two-year service freeze, the exchange begins rebuilding its presence with crypto-to-crypto trading and renewed regulatory engagement Coinbase has reopened user registrations in India, marking its formal return after a lengthy withdrawal prompted by regulatory hurdles and the loss of access to local payment infrastructure. The restart signals a renewed effort to operate in one of the world’s largest digital-asset markets, though full services will roll out gradually. The platform is once again allowing new account signups and providing crypto-to-crypto trading, with a plan to restore fiat on-ramps in 2026. According to company leadership, the firm chose to rebuild…