Imagine grabbing your morning coffee and never realizing that a digital stablecoin helped complete the payment behind the scenes. That’s becoming reality—starting this month, Visa has begun piloting a new system that enables five major retailers to settle transactions using USD Coin (USDC), a widely recognized and reliable stablecoin tied to the U.S. dollar. It…
A major momentum shift is underway for Asia’s crypto scene. In July 2025, Hong Kong-based fintech startups secured over $1.5 billion in equity investments aimed at accelerating the development of digital asset infrastructure—from trading platforms to stablecoin issuers and blockchain-powered payment tools. Leading the charge were firms like OSL Group, Dmall Inc, and SenseTime Group,…
Losing your crypto wallet isn’t like misplacing your bank card. If you drop your leather wallet, you call the bank. But if you lose your crypto keys, there’s no “undo” button—your funds could be gone for good. Deep breath. Don’t panic. Let’s walk through exactly what you can do right now—and how to make sure…
The crypto market stumbled today amid a broader wave of financial uncertainty. A surprise move by U.S. trade officials to raise tariffs on imported goods triggered a dip in investor confidence, shaking global markets and sparking a risk-off mood. As traditional investors pulled back, digital assets felt the pressure. Bitcoin slipped toward $115,000, Ethereum saw…
Crypto mining is how networks like Bitcoin stay secure and create new coins. Think of it as a global lottery where computers guess numbers. Winners verify transactions and earn fresh crypto. But is it right for you? Buckle up—we’re digging in together. So, What Exactly Is Crypto Mining? Imagine a public notebook recording every Bitcoin…
Big news just surfaced in the crypto world—quietly, but with major implications. The SEC has revised its stance on crypto ETFs, paving the way for tokens beyond Bitcoin—like Ethereum, Solana, and Cardano—to potentially be included in exchange-traded funds by October 2025. There was no headline-making announcement, just a quiet policy update that gives fund managers…
Remember that neighborhood garden where everyone debates where the tomatoes go, chips in a bit of cash, and votes on what to buy next? That sense of shared ownership? That’s the heart of what a DAO tries to recreate—just digitally, and often on a much larger scale. DAOs—short for Decentralized Autonomous Organizations—are like internet-native communities…
In February 2025, Bybit faced a shocking security breach. Around 400,000 ETH, valued at approximately $1.4 billion, vanished from its cold wallet—and the crypto world was shaken. This was the largest Ethereum hack ever recorded. Many readers felt anxious: if a top-tier exchange can be compromised, what does that say about the rest of the…
Ever paid cash for something personal? Maybe painkillers for that awful headache, or a gift you didn’t want prying eyes to spot? That little bit of privacy feels good, right? Well, some folks want that same feeling with their cryptocurrency. They use things called crypto mixers. Sounds fancy, huh? It’s really just a tool people…
Indonesia is set to launch a landmark tax reform for cryptocurrency on August 1, 2025, ushering in sweeping changes that touch every type of crypto activity. These developments represent a deliberate shift in how digital assets are treated—from informal commodities to officially recognized financial instruments. The new rules include: These changes apply across all platforms…