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Barclays Invests in Ubyx to Advance Digital Money Connectivity

Jan 10, 2026

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Barclays has invested in Ubyx to strengthen digital money connectivity, aiming to enhance cross-border payments, improve transaction efficiency, and support innovation in the rapidly evolving fintech ecosystem.

VTB Pushes to Open Russia’s First Bank-Run Bitcoin Trading Desk …

Jan 9, 2026

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VTB is seeking regulatory approval to launch Russia’s first bank-run bitcoin trading desk, a move that could legitimize crypto trading in the country and test Moscow’s evolving stance on digital assets.

MicroBT Launches WhatsMiner M70 in Abu Dhabi, Pushing for …

Jan 7, 2026

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MicroBT has launched its next‑generation WhatsMiner M70 in Abu Dhabi, showcasing advanced energy efficiency and higher hashrates as the company intensifies competition in the global Bitcoin mining hardware market.

Crypto 2025 recap: Key trends & what to expect in 2026

Jan 6, 2026

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Crypto markets in 2025 were defined by ETF adoption, memecoins, and regulatory shifts. Our 2025 recap breaks down the key trends and what they signal for Bitcoin, altcoins, and DeFi going into 2026.

Grayscale declares first Ethereum staking payout for US-listed ETF

Jan 6, 2026

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Grayscale has announced the first Ethereum staking payout for its U.S.-listed ETF, marking a milestone for regulated crypto funds and signaling growing institutional adoption of on-chain yield strategies.

Coinbase Targeting Stablecoin Growth, Onchain Adoption in 2026: Brian Armstrong

Jan 5, 2026

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Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong says the exchange will focus on stablecoin expansion and driving onchain adoption in 2026, betting regulated digital dollars and blockchain-native activity will power the company’s next growth phase.

Ripple veteran David Schwartz officially transitions to CTO Emeritus role

Jan 5, 2026

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Ripple veteran David Schwartz has officially transitioned to the role of CTO Emeritus, marking the end of his tenure as chief technologist while he continues to advise the company’s long-term blockchain strategy.

Peer to peer cash has ignited the fuse of a financial revolution. …

Jan 2, 2026

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Peer-to-peer cash has ignited the fuse of a financial revolution, challenging traditional banking, empowering individuals with direct value exchange, and raising urgent questions over regulation, privacy, and the future of money.

India’s central bank urges countries to prioritize CBDCs over stablecoins

Jan 1, 2026

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India’s central bank is urging nations to prioritize central bank digital currencies over privately issued stablecoins, warning that reliance on corporate tokens could undermine monetary sovereignty and financial stability.

AI Detects Bitcoin Payment Growth as Digital Currencies Reshape Global Finance

Jan 1, 2026

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AI tools reveal a sharp rise in Bitcoin payment activity, underscoring how digital currencies are moving from speculation to everyday use and accelerating the shake‑up of global finance.

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