Author: John Smith
Circle has introduced an upgrade of its cross-chain transfer protocol, enabling the settlement of USDC transactions within seconds. Developers can now tap into the new version of the cross-chain transfer protocol for USDC (USDC) transfers that will settle in seconds, Circle said in an announcement. Circle achieves the enhanced CCTP v2 through two key features: Fast Transfer and Hooks. The new fast transfer feature will reduce USDC settlement times from as high as 15 minutes on Ethereum (ETH) and layer-2 networks to just seconds. CCTP v2 will offer this capability regardless of the transaction’s source blockchain. Apart from faster-than-finality settlement,…
Hong Kong-based Ming Shing Group Holdings Limited has purchased 333 Bitcoin for approximately $27 million, marking a shift into digital assets for the construction company. The acquisition was made through its subsidiary, Lead Benefit Limited, at an average price of $81,555 per BTC on February 28, 2025. Ming Shing, which primarily provides wet trades work services — including plastering, tiling, and masonry — sees Bitcoin (BTC) as a liquid reserve asset. The firm stated that it intends to use idle funds to capitalize on Bitcoin’s potential appreciation while maintaining flexibility to liquidate holdings for operational needs. Other Bitcoin reserves This…
While panic selling has seen Bitcoin’s price slip below $80,000, whales looking to leverage the potential opportunity have aggressively accumulated over 65,000 BTC. On Mar. 11, as Bitcoin (BTC) struggled near the $80,000 mark, on-chain data and analytics platform CryptoQuant shared details showing that large holders, dubbed whales, have been busy buying on the cheap over the past month. CryptoQuant’s on-chain data indicates that despite the selling pressure leaving small holders in wreck mode, Bitcoin whales have used the 16% pullback over the past 30 days to accumulate more than 65,000 BTC. https://twitter.com/cryptoquant_com/status/1899464577966018585 “Although this does not mean immediate effects…
On the eve of International Women’s Day, we had a conversation with Marta Belcher, a pioneer in blockchain law. Marta Belcher is a cryptocurrency and civil liberties attorney who is president of the Filecoin Foundation as well as its sister nonprofit, Filecoin Foundation for the Decentralized Web. She is also general counsel and head of policy at Protocol Labs, and also serves on the Board of Directors of Creative Commons and as president of the Board of the Blockchain Association. She has been a leader in crypto policy, including testifying in U.S. Congress and other legislative bodies around the world. …
1,200+ web3 startups, billions in investment, yet zero regulatory clarity — how long can India’s blockchain industry survive without clear rules? India’s web3 boom A few years ago, India’s blockchain scene was a playground for retail traders testing the waters with crypto assets. Today, it’s a different story. The India Web3 Landscape Report 2024, published by Hashed Emergent, unpacks key shifts in startup funding, enterprise adoption, developer activity, and regulatory trends, offering a clearer view of how the industry has matured. One standout insight is India’s unrivaled position in crypto adoption. For the second year in a row, the country…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. As AVAX and Chainlink stall, investors turn to XYZVerse, eyeing a 5x ROI and a fresh chance to recover losses and profit. Investors disillusioned by the stagnant performance of AVAX and Chainlink are eyeing a new opportunity promising significant gains. XYZVerse has emerged on the crypto scene, offering a potential fivefold return on investment. This intriguing prospect is capturing attention as traders look to recover losses and amplify profits. Is this the breakthrough that will reshape their investment strategies?…
Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. With XRP’s steady growth and YETIO’s explosive gaming potential, 2025 is shaping up to be a pivotal year for both digital assets. With 2025 well underway, industry insiders are focusing on two digital assets set to redefine success this year. XRP, the cross-border payment token with proven resilience and renewed investor confidence, is drawing attention, while Yeti Ouro (YETIO), the promising gaming token that just entered stage 3 of its presale, is emerging as a formidable contender. Together, they’re…
President Donald Trump spooked Bitcoin and other markets after announcing a tariff increase on Canadian steel and aluminum from 25% to 50%, citing Ontario’s 25% tariff on U.S. electricity. According to Trump’s Truth Social post, the new tariffs will take effect on March 12. Trump also called on Canada to remove up to 390% dairy tariffs and warned of higher tariffs on Canadian cars by April 2. In his statement, President Trump criticized Canada’s longstanding tariffs on U.S. dairy products, which range from 250% to 390%, labeling them as “outrageous.” He further threatened to declare a national emergency concerning electricity to…
Miners have no choice but to sell more Bitcoin during the current downturn, adding to the selling pressure from the recent disappointment that the government won’t buy new Bitcoin for the reserve, plus macroeconomic uncertainty due to tariffs. According to CryptoQuant analyst IT Tech, the price of Bitcoin (BTC) is struggling to bounce back from its current lows due to (among other things) selling pressure from miners. The analyst pointed out that as BTC’s price dropped to $77,700, there was a significant increase in the number of miners moving their BTC to exchanges. Source: CryptoQuant Miners are forced sellers, which…
Hardware wallet maker Ledger has integrated Alchemy Pay’s fiat-crypto payment solution into its Ledger Live wallet app. Ledger announced that Alchemy Pay (ACH)’s on- and off-ramp solution is now part of the Ledger Live crypto wallet app, a move that streamlines users’ access to crypto buying and selling. Ledger Live is the hardware wallet maker’s mobile and desktop app that allows users to manage and use cryptocurrencies through an easy-to-use interface. The integration of Alchemy Pay brings crypto asset purchases to users across 173 countries, with on- and off-ramping available for more than 50 fiat currencies. Alchemy Pay supports all…