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The future of B2B cross-border transactions is on the blockchain

BlockchainDec 11

Disclosure: The views and opinions expressed here belong solely to the author and do not represent the views and opinions of crypto.news’ editorial. The world we operate in is rapidly changing, and businesses are having to adapt swiftly. Following the global pandemic, many enterprise businesses were forced to look domestically as supply chains were hit and international trade became more challenging. This has been compounded by geo-political tensions, which have been impacting global supply chains. However, many supply chains have started to open up and are becoming increasingly strong as new technology unlocks borders, both physically and metaphorically. You might…

Aera Protocol sets stage for AI agent controlled liquidity management with Seamless Protocol and Aerodrome

DeFiDec 11

Aera Protocol, a platform offering autonomous, data-driven treasury management, has partnered with Seamless Protocol and Aerodrome to introduce an advanced approach to liquidity management on Coinbase’s Layer 2 blockchain, Base. The collaboration focuses on deploying Protocol-Owned Liquidity (POL) strategies, utilizing automation to enhance liquidity management for decentralized organizations. Protocol-Owned Liquidity (POL) refers to liquidity held and managed directly by DeFi protocols or DAOs rather than relying on third-party providers. POL ensures a consistent token availability, POL reduces slippage and encourages deeper market participation. “We are enabling DAOs and leading DeFi projects to automate and optimize their liquidity strategies in a…

Ethereum Overtakes Mastercard with $485 Billion Market Cap

EthereumDec 11

Ethereum ($ETH) has recently surpassed Mastercard in market capitalization. Ethereum’s market cap touched $485 billion, just ahead of Mastercard’s $484 billion. This landmark signifies how Ethereum is slowly becoming an important player in the financial industry. However, this win was short lived and it fell below $480 billion quickly. Ethereum Hits $3,950, Up 38% in 30 Days The price is $3,950 for Ethereum, which also shows a dynamic increase. ETH has also gone up by 38% in the last 30 days. This came at a time when the overall market for cryptocurrencies had a very robust run up. Demand is…

Binance Continues Listings! 8 More Altcoin Trading Pairs Listed, Four of Which Are TRY Pairs!

ExchangesDec 11

Binance, a leading cryptocurrency exchange, has announced the activation of several new trading pairs as well as Trading Bot services on its Spot platform. Binance Expands Spot Trading Options and Introduces New Trading Bot Services These updates aim to increase trading flexibility and improve user experience. New Trading Pairs Binance will make the following trading pairs available starting at 11:00 AM on December 11, 2024: ACX/USDC, ORCA/USDC ACX/FDUSD, ORCA/FDUSD ACX/TRY, ORCA/TRY KSM/TRY, CELO/TRY Trading Bot Services To further improve trading efficiency, Binance will be enabling Trading Bot services for select pairs, including: Spot Grid and Spot DCA: ADA/EUR, DOGE/EUR, G/USDT,…

IQ Collaborates with XLink to Improve Accessibility of Bitcoin Knowledge

BlockchainDec 11

IQ, the platform that powers the IQ.wiki knowledge base, has recently announced an exclusive collaboration with XLink. As per IQ, the partnership aims to increase the accessibility of Bitcoin-related knowledge among the crypto community. 🔔Partnership announcement 🔔 IQ goes live on the XLink website!🎯@XLinkbtc, a bi-directional bridge that enables asset transfers between Bitcoin and its Layer 2 solutions, now links to its wiki page on https://t.co/ZO5en08FdI making info more accessible than ever 💪🏼 Learn… pic.twitter.com/CPsuVXQAuZ — IQ (@IQWIKI) December 9, 2024 IQ and XLink Collaborate to Improve the Delivery of Dependable Crypto Information IQ disclosed that, with its collaboration with…

Investor Dan Tapiero Says This Crypto Sector ‘Could Really Take Off’ in the Next Two Years

DeFiDec 11

Crypto investor Dan Tapiero says that he sees massive incoming growth for one specific sector of the digital assets space. In a new interview with Real Vision’s Raoul Pal, Tapiero says that he thinks US-based decentralized finance (DeFi) could explode in size after previously being pushed outside the country due to hostile regulators. Tapiero, the founder of multiple venture capital firms in the space, says that institutions are on the edge of discovering just how small the DeFi world is compared to the rest of the financial markets. “So if I’m looking out over the next two years, the thing…

Ethereum Breakout Signals Strong Bullish Trend After Breaking Key $3,982 Barrier

EthereumDec 11

Ethereum’s breakout above $3,982 signals strong bullish momentum, breaking a key resistance after multiple failed attempts. The recent price surge and strong buying activity suggest Ethereum could see continued gains toward higher targets. Ethereum’s shift from neutral to positive market sentiment opens up the potential for significant price appreciation. Ethereum breaks above a crucial resistance level of $3,982 on the weekly chart, signaling strong bullish momentum. The price action shows that ETH broke through a horizontal resistance line after several failed attempts in the past. This shift indicates increased buying pressure and market confidence, pointing toward potential further gains. The…

Solana Founder Breaks Silence on Major Blockchain Software Bug

AltcoinsDec 11

Anatoly Yakovenko, the founder of Solana, commonly known as "Toly," has shared his perspective on the key challenges related to the interaction between blockchain hardware and software. In his recent post on X, he pointed out that the core distinction between Solana's approach and Ethereum's lies in how they handle congestion. From Solana's viewpoint, when global resources become saturated, relying on price discovery (i.e., raising transaction fees) is not an effective solution. Instead of depending on increased fees to manage congestion, Yakovenko emphasized the need to scale hardware to meet rising demand. If the software doesn't permit validators to enhance…

Yellow Card Partners with Lightspark to Enable UMA Payments in Africa

ExchangesDec 11

Yellow Card, a prominent fiat-to-crypto platform in Africa, has partnered with Lightspark to integrate Universal Money Address (UMA) into its ecosystem. The collaboration introduces UMA-enabled cross-border payments to 20 African countries via Yellow Card’s Payments API and Lightspark Extend. This partnership aims to offer businesses and individuals in Africa fast and cost-effective payment options, encompassing fiat, Bitcoin, and mobile money transactions. Powering the Future of Payments in Africa. 🙌 @lightspark has integrated Yellow Card’s Payments API, enabling seamless cross-border payments across 20 African countries. 🥳🥳 💡Read more here on what this means: https://t.co/pJ4ytY8o5O — Yellow Card App (@yellowcard_app) December 9,…

Pioneering Blockchain for Enterprises and Entertainment Evolution

BlockchainDec 11

Aura Network is introducing a next-generation blockchain infrastructure to address the dynamic needs of enterprise operations and digital transformation. As businesses increasingly prioritize efficiency, scalability, and security, the network delivers solutions designed to optimize performance in fast-evolving markets. A new state of Aura Network has arrived, where we are transforming how enterprise and entertainment thrive with decentralization. Discover our vision 🧵 pic.twitter.com/nPjMqADuOB — Aura Network (@AuraNetworkHQ) December 9, 2024 Aura Network provides a robust framework that integrates seamlessly with existing systems. Its advanced technology stack enables businesses to handle large-scale transformations by enhancing operational efficiency, safeguarding sensitive data, and supporting…