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Digital asset-focused stocks plummeted on Wednesday as Bitcoin and other major cryptocurrencies extended their recent slump, even as tech stocks steadied. Stablecoin issuer Circle closed at $69.72, down nearly 9% after recovering ground lost earlier in the day when it fell below $69, its lowest level since debutick Eng on the New York Stoxchange. The world’s largest crypto treasury, Strategy, topped a short list of hard-hit companies in the sector, plunging close to 10%, while Ethereum-focused Bitmine Immersion fell 9.6%. Ethereum-tracking Sharplink Gaming sank more than 6%. Circle, Strategy, and Bitmine rose in after-hours trading after artificial intelligence chip…
BitMEX, the crypto derivatives exchange, has partnered with global payment infrastructure provider Mercuryo to launch a new fiat-to-crypto on-ramp for its users, according to information shared with Finbold on Tuesday, December 9. The integration enables traders to buy cryptocurrencies directly on BitMEX using more than 30 fiat currencies. Easily convert their fiat into crypto The new feature simplifies onboarding for users by making it easier to convert fiat assets such as U.S. dollars into digital tokens for trading across BitMEX’s spot and futures markets. Users can fund their accounts using credit cards, bank transfers, Apple Pay, or Google Pay, with…
When CertiK took the stage at the Global Blockchain Show during Abu Dhabi Fintech Week, the room felt like a reality check for anyone still treating Web3 security as an afterthought. Jason Jiang, CertiK’s chief business officer, gave a keynote that mixed clear-eyed data with plain-speaking advice about what builders and institutions need to do now if Web3 is going to scale safely. Jiang opened with a hard number from CertiK’s own research: the first half of 2025 saw about $2.47 billion lost to security incidents across space. It’s the kind of figure that snaps conversations out of abstractions and…
GoTyme, one of the fastest-growing digital banks in the Philippines, has announced beneficial news for crypto users about the partnership with Alpaca. Alpaca is a major decentralized finance (DeFi) lending protocol on the Binance Smart Chain (BSC) that lets users earn yield and borrow to leverage yield farming. The main purpose behind this strategic partnership is to make the mainstream adoption of cryptocurrencies in Banks. 🇵🇭 PHILIPPINES’ FASTEST-GROWING DIGITAL BANK ROLLS OUT CRYPTO GoTyme, one of the Philippines’ fastest-growing digital banks with 6.5M+ users, has launched crypto services following a partnership with U.S. fintech Alpaca. Users can now buy and…
India’s Asset Reserve Certificate (ARC), a fully collateralized stable digital asset developed by Ethereum scaling and infrastructure development giant Polygon and India-based fintech firm Anq, could go live in the first quarter of 2026, sources familiar with the matter told CoinDesk. Sources said that each ARC token will trade 1:1 with the Indian rupee and will be minted only when issuers acquire cash or cash equivalents such as fixed deposits, government securities, or cash balances. This setup ensures transparency, safety, and compliance, addressing shortcomings often seen in foreign-backed stablecoins or speculative tokens. Essentially, ARC is designed to prevent liquidity outflow…
Key Takeaways OBOOK Holdings and Visa have partnered to launch OwlPay Cash, a blockchain-based remittance app. The app allows US users to send money directly to international bank accounts via mobile. OBOOK Holdings today partnered with Visa to launch OwlPay Cash, a blockchain-powered mobile remittance app that enables US users to send money directly to bank accounts across various international regions. The app leverages Visa Direct technology to facilitate cross-border payments, offering users a streamlined platform for international money transfers. OwlPay Cash represents OBOOK Holdings’ entry into the digital remittance market through blockchain integration. Visa has been expanding partnerships with…
Blockstream’s wallet now supports trustless Lightning–Liquid swaps via Boltz, letting users pay Lightning invoices with LBTC while planning future on-chain swap support. Summary Blockstream updated its mobile wallet to enable atomic swaps between the Lightning Network and the Liquid sidechain through non-custodial provider Boltz using HTLCs. Users can now pay Lightning invoices directly from Liquid Bitcoin balances without managing channels or inbound liquidity, with failed swaps refunding funds automatically. Future upgrades aim to add on-chain swaps between Bitcoin, Liquid, and Lightning plus direct Lightning receiving to hardware wallets like Jade from a single interface. Blockstream Adds Lightning-Liquid Swap Feature to…
Ark Invest added $39.6 million to its holdings of three crypto company shares on Wednesday as the broader crypto market dropped. Cathie Wood’s investment management firm added 463,598 shares of crypto exchange Bullish (BLSH), worth $16.9 million at the close of trading, according to an emailed disclosure. It also bought 216,019 shares of stablecoin issuer Circle Internet Group (CRCL) and 260,651 of ether ETH$2,998.95 asset treasury firm Bitmine Immersion Technologies (BMNR), worth $15.1 million and $7.6 million, respectively. The St. Petersburg, Florida-based company holds crypto and crypto-adjacent shares in three of its exchange-traded funds (ETFs): Innovation (ARKK), Next Generation Internet…
Boerse Stuttgart Digital, recognized as the leading infrastructure partner for crypto in Europe, takes a new and significant step forward in the digital asset sector. The announcement on December 9, 2025, marks a significant expansion: the platform now offers the ability to trade and custody 56 cryptocurrencies, strengthening its position as a leader in the European market for crypto solutions for institutional operators. A Modular Offering Compliant with MiCAR Sixteen New Cryptos Enrich the Portfolio Response to the Growing Demand from Institutional Investors A Regulated and Secure Ecosystem Diversification and Opportunities for the Future Boerse Stuttgart Digital Leads Crypto Innovation…
The blockchain landscape is witnessing a significant strategic shift. The Avalanche Foundation has made a decisive move to establish a dedicated Distributed Ledger Technology (DLT) Foundation within the prestigious Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). This initiative marks a pivotal moment for the Avalanche blockchain, aiming to cement its influence and drive innovation in one of the world’s most dynamic financial hubs. Why is Avalanche Building a DLT Foundation in Abu Dhabi? The establishment of this foundation is far more than a simple office opening. It represents a deep commitment to the Middle East’s burgeoning digital economy. The Abu Dhabi Global…