Bitcoin Mining Difficulty Hits Record High
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Kazakhstan Begins Pilot Using USD-pegged Stablecoin Payments for Regulatory Fees
Kazakhstan has taken a bold step in digital finance by allowing companies to pay regulatory fees using USD-pegged stablecoins instead of relying solely on traditional bank transfers. The move was announced by the Astana Financial Services Authority (AFSA) during Astana Finance Days 2025, in partnership with centralized crypto exchange Bybit.
gm 07/09
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gm, A long-dormant Ethereum ICO whale awakened to stake $645 million worth of ETH, while SharpLink Gaming announced plans to stake a portion of its $3.6 billion ETH holdings on the Linea network. Ethereum's staking queue has now overtaken the exit queue as fears of a
gm 06/09
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gm, Stripe and Paradigm unveiled Tempo, a purpose-built layer-1 blockchain for stablecoin transactions, and Fireblocks launched a dedicated stablecoin payments network connecting over 40 participants. These initiatives signal a maturing ecosystem as traditional financial companies invest in blockchain infrastructure for global payments. Meanwhile, the SEC released a crypto-friendly regulatory
Jordi Alexander - How to Actually Build Wealth in a New Economy
1. Skepticism About Predictions
Jordi emphasized the need to be cautious about bold financial predictions, especially regarding Bitcoin, stating that comments like "Bitcoin will hit a million dollars" fail to account for the uncertainties of the future. He highlighted that the value of the US dollar in 2040
gm 05/09
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gm, US Bancorp resumed its Bitcoin custody services with support for Bitcoin ETFs after a pause since 2022, signaling improved regulatory clarity for banks handling digital assets. Meanwhile, stablecoin innovation accelerated with Stripe and Paradigm unveiling Tempo, a new layer-1 blockchain specifically designed for stablecoin payments, while Fireblocks launched
Andrew Kang - STRK, STRF & Unlocking the Fixed Income Market for Bitcoin
1. Strategy is Transforming Capital Markets
Andrew emphasized that strategy is fundamentally transforming capital markets by introducing yield instruments that were previously unseen. This innovative approach aims to create more investment opportunities for both retail and institutional investors, allowing them increased exposure to Bitcoin. He pointed out that as global