XRP Ledger Gains SWIFT Access Through Gatehub – What This Means for Global Payments News ETHNews
GateHub enables transfers between XRP Ledger and SWIFT, enhancing XRP’s role in global payments. Ripple’s CEO predicts XRPL could handle 14% of SWIFT’s volume, highlighting real-time settlement advantages.
Asia’s 1st Public Crypto Firm, MemeStrategy, Scores Historic SOL Win
MemeStrategy, a Hong Kong-listed firm, purchased 2,440 SOL tokens for $370,000, aiming to engage with Solana’s ecosystem and stake for returns, causing its shares to surge 28%.
Binance’s CZ suggests ‘will function’ to distribute crypto in case of death
Binance founder CZ advocates for crypto platforms to implement a ‘will function’ to distribute users’ digital assets after death, as Binance introduces an emergency inheritance feature.
K33 Plans Major Bitcoin Acquisition With $8 Million Share Issue – Crypto News Bitcoin News
K33 AB plans to raise $8 million via a share issue to purchase up to 1,000 BTC, strengthening its balance sheet and expanding institutional brokerage services.
Binance, OKX Set Transparency Standard with PoR Reports as Coinbase Lags: CQ
CryptoQuant’s report ranks Binance and OKX as top crypto exchanges for transparency via proof-of-reserves, while Coinbase lags with no PoR disclosures. Regular reporting and reserve ratios above 100% set industry standards.
Coinbase Gives Platforms 24/7 USDC Settlements—Faster, Cheaper, Borderless – Exchanges Bitcoin News
Coinbase introduces a full-stack USDC payment engine enabling 24/7 instant settlements, lower fees, and seamless integration for global commerce, enhancing stablecoin utility in regulated markets.
Ripple-Backed 3IQ XRP ETF Launches as Institutions Race to Capture Crypto’s Next Wave – Finance Bitcoin News
3IQ Corp. launched an XRP ETF backed by Ripple, offering institutional investors secure access with cold storage and zero management fees, strengthening XRP’s position in the crypto ETF market.
Coinbase launches stablecoin payment stack with USDC checkout targeting commerce giants
Coinbase launched a USDC payment stack for commerce providers, featuring gas-free transactions and smart contract escrow on Base. Shopify is an early adopter, with plans for USDC cashback incentives.
Bitdeer Stock Falls as Bitcoin Miner Aims to Raise $330 Million – Decrypt
Bitdeer plans to raise $330 million via convertible notes, not for Bitcoin purchases. Funds will support expansion and development. Its stock fell 7%, extending a 23% monthly decline.
Crypto Prime Brokerage FalconX in Early Talks for IPO in 2025: Sources – Decrypt
FalconX, a crypto prime brokerage, is in early talks for a potential 2025 IPO to meet institutional demand. The firm explores public listing amid a crypto IPO boom following Circle’s $1.1 billion debut.
