Latest updates, press releases, and insights from the volatile world of digital assets.
The world's largest asset manager argues that autonomous AI systems will require programmable payment rails, positioning digital assets as core infrastructure for an emerging machine economy
Cardano Foundation adds network support to the x402 software kit, allowing applications and autonomous agents to settle API and service fees in ADA or native tokens without traditional checkout steps
Iran’s central bank has relaxed foreign-exchange rules, enabling businesses to settle cross-border payments and repatriate earnings with Bitcoin and USDT as traditional banking channels remain restricted by U.S. measures
NBA star posts video from prediction market firm’s headquarters signaling upcoming collaboration focused on sports content
Vice President addresses XRP and Bitcoin reserve questions on Newsmax, prioritizing economic growth over digital asset strategies while the token extends gains
BitMEX co-founder announces fair-launch FLOP token as payment for AI agent compute, with airdrop set for Q4 2026 ahead of network launch in Q1 2027
Crypto asset manager reduces headcount to about 155 after client assets contracted from more than $15 billion, with its flagship index fund also posting sharp declines
Changpeng Zhao endorsed a regional framework at the ASEAN Tech Summit in Manila that would let licensed crypto firms seek simplified approvals across member states instead of full new applications in each country
Coinbase has introduced features allowing businesses to accept USDC payments from autonomous AI agents, alongside new trading capabilities and developer tools to support the emerging agentic economy
Bolivia is evaluating the use of Tether's USDT stablecoin alongside the boliviano and US dollar in its payment infrastructure amid ongoing dollar shortages
