Thailand enables crypto-to-fiat conversions for tourists via 21 licensed operators

Thailand enables crypto-to-fiat conversions for tourists via 21 licensed operators, boosting digital payments with Bitcoin and Ethereum support amid 39.7 million 2023 arrivals.
KindlyMD raises $200 million to expand Bitcoin treasury holdings in 2024

KindlyMD raised $200 million to expand its Bitcoin treasury, joining MicroStrategy and Tesla in corporate BTC holdings, now totaling over 1.5 million BTC globally.
Circle launches Arc blockchain network with Fireblocks for institutional access in 2024

Circle launches Arc blockchain network with Fireblocks integration, enabling institutional access. Ethereum-based, supports USDC, targets $400B institutional crypto market by 2025.
Amdax allocates 5% reserves to Bitcoin in new treasury strategy

Dutch firm Amdax plans a Bitcoin treasury strategy, joining MicroStrategy and Tesla in corporate BTC holdings, with 5% of reserves allocated.
Circle Arc launches with Fireblocks in Q2 2024 amid $150B stablecoin race

Circle’s Arc launches with Fireblocks integration amid stablecoin competition. USDC issuer Circle targets Q2 2024 rollout, joining Tether and PayPal in the $150B market.
Stellar Development Foundation invests in Archax for $10 trillion tokenization market by 2030

Stellar Development Foundation invested in Archax to enhance tokenization. XLM and Archax collaborate, targeting $10 trillion asset tokenization market by 2030.
Story Protocol founder exits after $45 fees trigger rug pull allegations

Story Protocol founder exits amid $45 fee controversy, sparking rug pull claims. Ethereum transactions dropped 12% as community debates project sustainability.
Circle (CRCL) acquires Malachite for $1.2B Blockchain Arc integration by 2025

Circle (CRCL) acquired Malachite to enhance its Blockchain Arc, aiming to integrate $1.2B in assets by 2025, leveraging Ethereum and Solana networks.
Ethereum shifts to digital reserve asset with 120M staked in 2023

Ethereum transitioned from utility token to digital reserve asset, with 120M ETH staked and Bitcoin dominance at 40% as of 2023.
Thailand’s TouristDigiPay enables crypto payments for tourists in 2024

Thailand launches TouristDigiPay, a government-backed crypto payment system for tourists, supporting Bitcoin and Ethereum, aiming to boost 2024 tourism revenue by 15%.