Coinbase wants to bring the entire startup lifecycle onchain, CEO Armstrong says
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said onchain fundraising could make capital formation “more efficient, fair, and transparent.”
Ferrari to launch digital token to let fans bid on its Le Mans-winning race car
Ferrari is deepening its crypto push with a new digital token for its top clients, letting them bid on the Le Mans-winning 499P as part of a limited auction set to launch in 2027.
No HMRC letter? UK crypto investors may still owe taxes, expert warns
HMRC has issued 65,000 crypto tax warning letters, but experts say UK investors who haven’t been contacted could still owe taxes.
Countries across Africa approve new crypto laws as adoption grows
Crypto laws are popping up across Africa as countries race to offer favorable conditions to the crypto industry and balance consumer safety concerns.
Don’t just tokenize assets, build the institutions to back them
RWA tokenization faces criticism, but regulatory clarity and institutional adoption prove it’s building the foundation for finance’s future.
XRP price eyes rally to $3.45 after Ripple CEO tells investors to ‘lock in’
XRP eyes a breakout toward $3–$3.45 as strong technical support and Ripple’s expanding institutional push fuel renewed bullish momentum.
Ledger’s new multisig interface sparks backlash over 'cash cow' fees
Ledger’s new multisig app earns praise for tech upgrades but sparks backlash over added transaction fees.
Mid-tier Bitcoin miners gain ground, reshaping post-halving competition
Smaller Bitcoin miners surge in hashrate and debt as competition intensifies post-halving, reshaping the industry’s balance of power.
ISM Manufacturing PMI suggests Bitcoin cycle may extend beyond historical norm
Bitcoin’s market cycles may stretch longer as ISM manufacturing data remains weak, hinting at extended macro headwinds and slower business recovery.
Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin on BNB Chain, confirms future CBDC rollout
A stablecoin is now live in Kyrgyzstan, which confirmed plans to launch a CBDC and explore a national crypto reserve after meeting with strategic adviser Changpeng Zhao.
Coinbase’s x402 transactions explode over 10,000% in a month
Coinbase’s x402 protocol, which enables AI agents to transact autonomously over the internet, has seen a 10,000% rise in transaction activity over a month.
Coinbase wants to bring entire startup lifecycle onchain, CEO Armstrong says
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said onchain fundraising could make capital formation “more efficient, fair, and transparent.”
CZ’s pardon came after costly Binance lobbying push in Washington: Politico
CZ’s pardon by Trump followed a lobbying push that included $450,000 to Trump-linked lobbyists and $290,000 to former SEC chair contender Teresa Goody Guillén.
Bitcoin price starts $112K breakout as Fed rate-cut odds pass 98%
Bitcoin price action favored bulls as the weekly close neared, with BTC nearing $113,000 ahead of a key week for the Federal Reserve.
‘House is fine, but door is jammed’: AWS outage shows crypto’s weak spot
The 15-hour Amazon Web Services outage that halted Coinbase, Robinhood and MetaMask revealed how much of Web3 still relies on centralized servers.
The next era of crypto belongs to decentralized markets
DeFi trading volumes hit record ratios against CEXs as matured infrastructure and regulatory clarity shift power to transparent, code-driven platforms.
US Treasury chief Bessent says ‘substantial’ trade framework with China reached
Secretary Scott Bessent said the negotiations alleviate the need for the 100% additional tariffs announced by US president Trump in October.
Investors should be 'cautious' when using BTC stock-to-flow model: Analyst
The stock-to-flow model may not be the best framework to forecast Bitcoin prices, Bitwise investment analyst André Dragosch said.
‘The claim that L2s inherit ETH security is erroneous’ — Solana co-founder
Ethereum layer-2 networks have glaring security and centralization issues, according to Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of the Solana blockchain.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Money giant Western Union to pilot stablecoin-powered transfers
Western Union CEO said there are “significant opportunities” to utilize stablecoins for sending and receiving money across borders.
Zcash pumps 30% after Arthur Hayes’ ‘vibe check’ tips $10K target
Zcash rallied over 490% in the last 30 days and also crossed the $5 billion market capitalization threshold for the first time on Sunday.
Bitcoin is no inflation hedge but thrives when the dollar wobbles: NYDIG
Bitcoin doesn’t consistently act as a hedge against inflation, but it has instead “evolved into a liquidity barometer,” says NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro.
Major Iranian private bank goes bankrupt, roiling 42M customers
After accumulating around $8 billion worth of losses and debt, Iran’s Ayandeh Bank has been dissolved, with customer assets absorbed by the state-owned Bank Melli.
Mt. Gox’s security flaws cost millions. Could AI have spotted them?
Could AI have prevented the collapse of Mt. Gox if it had existed back then? An AI-powered post-mortem by the exchange’s former CEO raises an intriguing “what if.”
‘Attack on Bitcoin’ — Bitcoiners slam ‘legal threats’ in soft fork proposal
A new Bitcoin improvement proposal calls for a one-year soft fork for Bitcoin while developers resolve the transaction filtering debate, but the language within it has sparked controversy.
Javier Milei’s crypto-friendly party wins Argentine midterm
Argentina’s La Libertad Avanza party, led by President Javier Milei, has won the midterms, positioning Milei as the frontrunner for the 2027 elections.
Bitcoin finally escapes ‘fear’ as confidence tiptoes back into crypto
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index has flipped to neutral, leaving “fear” behind for the first time since the mid-October market crash sparked by Trump’s China tariffs.
Australian crypto firms back draft laws, but ‘critical questions’ remain
Australia’s crypto exchanges have been largely positive about the government’s proposed crypto laws, but have told the Treasury that further clarity is needed.
Japan sees launch of its first yen-backed stablecoin, JPYC
JPYC President Noriyoshi Okabe said that the stablecoin has already garnered interest from seven companies that are looking to incorporate it into their services.
What happens if you don’t pay taxes on your crypto holdings?
Skipping crypto taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.
Ferrari to launch digital token to let fans bid on its Le Mans-winning race car
Ferrari is deepening its crypto push with a new digital token for its top clients, letting them bid on the Le Mans-winning 499P as part of a limited auction set to launch in 2027.
No HMRC letter? UK crypto investors may still owe taxes, expert warns
HMRC has issued 65,000 crypto tax warning letters, but experts say UK investors who haven’t been contacted could still owe taxes.
Countries across Africa approve new crypto laws as adoption grows
Crypto laws are popping up across Africa as countries race to offer favorable conditions to the crypto industry and balance consumer safety concerns.
Don’t just tokenize assets, build the institutions to back them
RWA tokenization faces criticism, but regulatory clarity and institutional adoption prove it’s building the foundation for finance’s future.
XRP price eyes rally to $3.45 after Ripple CEO tells investors to ‘lock in’
XRP eyes a breakout toward $3–$3.45 as strong technical support and Ripple’s expanding institutional push fuel renewed bullish momentum.
Ledger’s new multisig interface sparks backlash over 'cash cow' fees
Ledger’s new multisig app earns praise for tech upgrades but sparks backlash over added transaction fees.
Mid-tier Bitcoin miners gain ground, reshaping post-halving competition
Smaller Bitcoin miners surge in hashrate and debt as competition intensifies post-halving, reshaping the industry’s balance of power.
ISM Manufacturing PMI suggests Bitcoin cycle may extend beyond historical norm
Bitcoin’s market cycles may stretch longer as ISM manufacturing data remains weak, hinting at extended macro headwinds and slower business recovery.
Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin on BNB Chain, confirms future CBDC rollout
A stablecoin is now live in Kyrgyzstan, which confirmed plans to launch a CBDC and explore a national crypto reserve after meeting with strategic adviser Changpeng Zhao.
Coinbase’s x402 transactions explode over 10,000% in a month
Coinbase’s x402 protocol, which enables AI agents to transact autonomously over the internet, has seen a 10,000% rise in transaction activity over a month.
Coinbase wants to bring entire startup lifecycle onchain, CEO Armstrong says
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said onchain fundraising could make capital formation “more efficient, fair, and transparent.”
CZ’s pardon came after costly Binance lobbying push in Washington: Politico
CZ’s pardon by Trump followed a lobbying push that included $450,000 to Trump-linked lobbyists and $290,000 to former SEC chair contender Teresa Goody Guillén.
Bitcoin price starts $112K breakout as Fed rate-cut odds pass 98%
Bitcoin price action favored bulls as the weekly close neared, with BTC nearing $113,000 ahead of a key week for the Federal Reserve.
‘House is fine, but door is jammed’: AWS outage shows crypto’s weak spot
The 15-hour Amazon Web Services outage that halted Coinbase, Robinhood and MetaMask revealed how much of Web3 still relies on centralized servers.
The next era of crypto belongs to decentralized markets
DeFi trading volumes hit record ratios against CEXs as matured infrastructure and regulatory clarity shift power to transparent, code-driven platforms.
US Treasury chief Bessent says ‘substantial’ trade framework with China reached
Secretary Scott Bessent said the negotiations alleviate the need for the 100% additional tariffs announced by US president Trump in October.
Investors should be 'cautious' when using BTC stock-to-flow model: Analyst
The stock-to-flow model may not be the best framework to forecast Bitcoin prices, Bitwise investment analyst André Dragosch said.
‘The claim that L2s inherit ETH security is erroneous’ — Solana co-founder
Ethereum layer-2 networks have glaring security and centralization issues, according to Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of the Solana blockchain.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Money giant Western Union to pilot stablecoin-powered transfers
Western Union CEO said there are “significant opportunities” to utilize stablecoins for sending and receiving money across borders.
Zcash pumps 30% after Arthur Hayes’ ‘vibe check’ tips $10K target
Zcash rallied over 490% in the last 30 days and also crossed the $5 billion market capitalization threshold for the first time on Sunday.
Bitcoin is no inflation hedge but thrives when the dollar wobbles: NYDIG
Bitcoin doesn’t consistently act as a hedge against inflation, but it has instead “evolved into a liquidity barometer,” says NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro.
Major Iranian private bank goes bankrupt, roiling 42M customers
After accumulating around $8 billion worth of losses and debt, Iran’s Ayandeh Bank has been dissolved, with customer assets absorbed by the state-owned Bank Melli.
Mt. Gox’s security flaws cost millions. Could AI have spotted them?
Could AI have prevented the collapse of Mt. Gox if it had existed back then? An AI-powered post-mortem by the exchange’s former CEO raises an intriguing “what if.”
‘Attack on Bitcoin’ — Bitcoiners slam ‘legal threats’ in soft fork proposal
A new Bitcoin improvement proposal calls for a one-year soft fork for Bitcoin while developers resolve the transaction filtering debate, but the language within it has sparked controversy.
Javier Milei’s crypto-friendly party wins Argentine midterm
Argentina’s La Libertad Avanza party, led by President Javier Milei, has won the midterms, positioning Milei as the frontrunner for the 2027 elections.
Bitcoin finally escapes ‘fear’ as confidence tiptoes back into crypto
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index has flipped to neutral, leaving “fear” behind for the first time since the mid-October market crash sparked by Trump’s China tariffs.
Australian crypto firms back draft laws, but ‘critical questions’ remain
Australia’s crypto exchanges have been largely positive about the government’s proposed crypto laws, but have told the Treasury that further clarity is needed.
Japan sees launch of its first yen-backed stablecoin, JPYC
JPYC President Noriyoshi Okabe said that the stablecoin has already garnered interest from seven companies that are looking to incorporate it into their services.
What happens if you don’t pay taxes on your crypto holdings?
Skipping crypto taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.
Binance Lists Giggle Fund (GIGGLE) and SynFutures (F), Memecoins Meet Market Infrastructure
Binance just turned up the heat again. On October 25, 2025, at 14:00 (UTC+8), the world’s largest exchange officially listed Giggle Fund (GIGGLE) and SynFutures (F), opening spot trading for pairs GIGGLE/USDT, GIGGLE/USDC, GIGGLE/TRY, F/USDT, F/USDC, and F/TRY. Both tokens carry Binance’s Seed Tag, signaling early-stage, high-potential projects that traders should keep a close eye on. Binance Will List Giggle Fund (GIGGLE) and SynFutures (F) with Seed Tag Applied Read more 👉 https://t.co/4czkYC8A9m pic.twitter.com/5Yf7kORLWl — Binance (@binance) October 25, 2025 Giggle Fund (GIGGLE): The Memecoin with a Mission Move over, Doge and Pepe. There’s a new meme in town, one The post Binance Lists Giggle Fund (GIGGLE) and SynFutures (F), Memecoins Meet Market Infrastructure appeared first on The Merkle News.
SharpLink Gaming loads up Ethereum treasury with $78m as price reclaims $4,200
SharpLink Gaming is back in focus as the company expands its Ethereum treasury amid renewed market optimism. SharpLink Gaming has added a significant amount of Ethereum to its holdings, purchasing 19,271 ETH worth $78.3 million, according to on-chain data reported…
x402 Goes Live on CoinGecko, Coinbase’s New Payment Protocol is Powering the “AI × Crypto” Wave
The new x402 category just went live on CoinGecko, and it’s already becoming one of the most-watched trends in the crypto space. But what is x402, and why is it suddenly everywhere? NEW Category: x402 x402 is an open-source HTTP-native payment protocol developed by @coinbase. We've added a new category to help you track all their tokens in one place. Check it out 👉 https://t.co/Ub1mFuIubS pic.twitter.com/SWTntAPdLz — CoinGecko (@coingecko) October 25, 2025 Let’s break it down. What Is x402? x402 is an open-source HTTP-native payment protocol created by Coinbase. In simple terms, it’s a new open payment system that lets The post x402 Goes Live on CoinGecko, Coinbase’s New Payment Protocol is Powering the “AI × Crypto” Wave appeared first on The Merkle News.
MYX Finance integrates Chainlink data standard to power next-gen perps markets
MYX Finance has integrated Chainlink’s data-standard services to deliver real-time, verifiable market data for its decentralized perpetual trading infrastructure. MYX Finance, a decentralized infrastructure provider for perpetual markets, is building an open, permissionless trading ecosystem and has announced today that…
Ethereum ETFs hit two-week outflow streak as $555m exits
U.S. spot Ethereum ETFs recorded their second consecutive week of outflows, with around $555 million exiting the funds over the two-week period. According to data from SoSoValue, the nine Ether ETFs experienced their second consecutive week of outflows in the…
Western Union pilots stablecoin settlement system to modernize remittances
Remittance giant Western Union is piloting a stablecoin-based settlement system to power its treasury operations and modernize how it moves money across borders. During a recent earnings call, Debin McGranahan, Wester Union’s CEO, revealed that the firm is “actively testing…
Ferrari to launch digital token to let fans bid on its Le Mans-winning race car
Ferrari is deepening its crypto push with a new digital token for its top clients, letting them bid on the Le Mans-winning 499P as part of a limited auction set to launch in 2027.
No HMRC letter? UK crypto investors may still owe taxes, expert warns
HMRC has issued 65,000 crypto tax warning letters, but experts say UK investors who haven’t been contacted could still owe taxes.
Countries across Africa approve new crypto laws as adoption grows
Crypto laws are popping up across Africa as countries race to offer favorable conditions to the crypto industry and balance consumer safety concerns.
Don’t just tokenize assets, build the institutions to back them
RWA tokenization faces criticism, but regulatory clarity and institutional adoption prove it’s building the foundation for finance’s future.
XRP price eyes rally to $3.45 after Ripple CEO tells investors to ‘lock in’
XRP eyes a breakout toward $3–$3.45 as strong technical support and Ripple’s expanding institutional push fuel renewed bullish momentum.
Ledger’s new multisig interface sparks backlash over 'cash cow' fees
Ledger’s new multisig app earns praise for tech upgrades but sparks backlash over added transaction fees.
Mid-tier Bitcoin miners gain ground, reshaping post-halving competition
Smaller Bitcoin miners surge in hashrate and debt as competition intensifies post-halving, reshaping the industry’s balance of power.
ISM Manufacturing PMI suggests Bitcoin cycle may extend beyond historical norm
Bitcoin’s market cycles may stretch longer as ISM manufacturing data remains weak, hinting at extended macro headwinds and slower business recovery.
Kyrgyzstan launches stablecoin on BNB Chain, confirms future CBDC rollout
A stablecoin is now live in Kyrgyzstan, which confirmed plans to launch a CBDC and explore a national crypto reserve after meeting with strategic adviser Changpeng Zhao.
Coinbase’s x402 transactions explode over 10,000% in a month
Coinbase’s x402 protocol, which enables AI agents to transact autonomously over the internet, has seen a 10,000% rise in transaction activity over a month.
Coinbase wants to bring entire startup lifecycle onchain, CEO Armstrong says
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong said onchain fundraising could make capital formation “more efficient, fair, and transparent.”
CZ’s pardon came after costly Binance lobbying push in Washington: Politico
CZ’s pardon by Trump followed a lobbying push that included $450,000 to Trump-linked lobbyists and $290,000 to former SEC chair contender Teresa Goody Guillén.
Bitcoin price starts $112K breakout as Fed rate-cut odds pass 98%
Bitcoin price action favored bulls as the weekly close neared, with BTC nearing $113,000 ahead of a key week for the Federal Reserve.
‘House is fine, but door is jammed’: AWS outage shows crypto’s weak spot
The 15-hour Amazon Web Services outage that halted Coinbase, Robinhood and MetaMask revealed how much of Web3 still relies on centralized servers.
The next era of crypto belongs to decentralized markets
DeFi trading volumes hit record ratios against CEXs as matured infrastructure and regulatory clarity shift power to transparent, code-driven platforms.
US Treasury chief Bessent says ‘substantial’ trade framework with China reached
Secretary Scott Bessent said the negotiations alleviate the need for the 100% additional tariffs announced by US president Trump in October.
Investors should be 'cautious' when using BTC stock-to-flow model: Analyst
The stock-to-flow model may not be the best framework to forecast Bitcoin prices, Bitwise investment analyst André Dragosch said.
‘The claim that L2s inherit ETH security is erroneous’ — Solana co-founder
Ethereum layer-2 networks have glaring security and centralization issues, according to Anatoly Yakovenko, co-founder of the Solana blockchain.
Here’s what happened in crypto today
Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation.
Money giant Western Union to pilot stablecoin-powered transfers
Western Union CEO said there are “significant opportunities” to utilize stablecoins for sending and receiving money across borders.
Zcash pumps 30% after Arthur Hayes’ ‘vibe check’ tips $10K target
Zcash rallied over 490% in the last 30 days and also crossed the $5 billion market capitalization threshold for the first time on Sunday.
Bitcoin is no inflation hedge but thrives when the dollar wobbles: NYDIG
Bitcoin doesn’t consistently act as a hedge against inflation, but it has instead “evolved into a liquidity barometer,” says NYDIG’s Greg Cipolaro.
Major Iranian private bank goes bankrupt, roiling 42M customers
After accumulating around $8 billion worth of losses and debt, Iran’s Ayandeh Bank has been dissolved, with customer assets absorbed by the state-owned Bank Melli.
Mt. Gox’s security flaws cost millions. Could AI have spotted them?
Could AI have prevented the collapse of Mt. Gox if it had existed back then? An AI-powered post-mortem by the exchange’s former CEO raises an intriguing “what if.”
‘Attack on Bitcoin’ — Bitcoiners slam ‘legal threats’ in soft fork proposal
A new Bitcoin improvement proposal calls for a one-year soft fork for Bitcoin while developers resolve the transaction filtering debate, but the language within it has sparked controversy.
Javier Milei’s crypto-friendly party wins Argentine midterm
Argentina’s La Libertad Avanza party, led by President Javier Milei, has won the midterms, positioning Milei as the frontrunner for the 2027 elections.
Bitcoin finally escapes ‘fear’ as confidence tiptoes back into crypto
The Crypto Fear & Greed Index has flipped to neutral, leaving “fear” behind for the first time since the mid-October market crash sparked by Trump’s China tariffs.
Australian crypto firms back draft laws, but ‘critical questions’ remain
Australia’s crypto exchanges have been largely positive about the government’s proposed crypto laws, but have told the Treasury that further clarity is needed.
Japan sees launch of its first yen-backed stablecoin, JPYC
JPYC President Noriyoshi Okabe said that the stablecoin has already garnered interest from seven companies that are looking to incorporate it into their services.
What happens if you don’t pay taxes on your crypto holdings?
Skipping crypto taxes can trigger hefty fines and legal issues. Find out what really happens if you fail to report or pay taxes on your holdings.
Pump.fun’s $PUMP Buybacks Cross $150 Million
Pump.fun just hit a massive milestone. The project’s buybacks of the $PUMP token have surpassed $150 million, with 9.4% of total supply already repurchased in just over three months. That makes Pump.fun only the second Solana project to ever reach this level, the first being Raydium (@Raydium), which has completed over $200 million in lifetime buybacks. It’s a powerful statement for Solana’s growing on-chain economy and a signal that revenue-backed models are taking center stage again in crypto. The Power of Buybacks in Crypto In traditional markets, companies buy back their own shares to increase shareholder value. Crypto projects do The post Pump.fun’s $PUMP Buybacks Cross $150 Million appeared first on The Merkle News.
Ferrari to launch digital token to let fans bid on its Le Mans-winning race car
Ferrari is deepening its crypto push with a new digital token for its top clients, letting them bid on the Le Mans-winning 499P as part of a limited auction set to launch in 2027.
No HMRC letter? UK crypto investors may still owe taxes, expert warns
HMRC has issued 65,000 crypto tax warning letters, but experts say UK investors who haven’t been contacted could still owe taxes.
Countries across Africa approve new crypto laws as adoption grows
Crypto laws are popping up across Africa as countries race to offer favorable conditions to the crypto industry and balance consumer safety concerns.