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Ripple’s Managing Director for the Middle East and Africa, Reece Merrick, has spotlighted transformative trends shaping the cryptocurrency landscape in the MENA region.

Recently, Kiyosaki took to social media to reignite the ongoing debate about Bitcoin, aiming criticism at iconic investors Warren Buffett and the late Charlie Munger.

KuCoin has unveiled a new point-of-sale (PoS) system, allowing users to pay businesses directly with their crypto balances.

Binance has reached a significant landmark by becoming the first cryptocurrency exchange licensed as a broker-dealer in Brazil, a pivotal step for advancing digital asset adoption in Latin America.

Vitalik Buterin, one of Ethereum’s co-founders, has stepped forward to assist Alexey Pertsev, a developer linked to Tornado Cash, by donating a substantial amount of ETH to help cover his legal fees.

The financial markets wrapped up 2024 with a mix of achievements and caution. The S&P 500 posted a stellar 24.1% gain, adding $10 trillion in market cap and marking a rare second consecutive year of over 20% growth, a milestone not seen since 1998.

The rise of AI agents in crypto is reshaping the Web3 space, offering unprecedented potential to accelerate innovation.

Binance Labs is setting the stage for a major evolution as it prepares to broaden its operations in 2025, venturing into secondary markets alongside its core investment activities.

A New York judge has moved the CFTC vs. Gemini trial from January 13 to January 21, 2025, stating that no additional delays will be allowed.

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong has publicly expressed support for adding Circle’s USD Coin (USDC) payments on X, formerly Twitter.

NFTs have finished 2024 on an upswing, crossing $8.83 billion in sales—slightly higher than the $8.7 billion recorded last year, based on CryptoSlam data.

MicroStrategy’s stock has dropped below $300, a 46% decline from its November peak, amid mounting questions over the company’s plan to raise billions for additional Bitcoin acquisitions.

2024 has proven to be a landmark year for the cryptocurrency industry, marking significant milestones that reshaped the landscape.

MoonPay has secured approval to operate as a licensed cryptocurrency service provider in the Netherlands, under the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) framework.

Hyperliquid, a decentralized finance (DeFi) protocol, has introduced native staking on its mainnet, offering users the opportunity to earn rewards by helping to secure the network.

Chris Burniske, a prominent venture capitalist and partner at Placeholder, believes that the current market downturn presents an enticing opportunity for crypto investors with a long-term perspective.

As 2024 drew to a close, a year marked by pivotal decisions for Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies, China released its 2024 Financial Stability Report, shedding light on global and regional developments in the crypto space.

Google is gearing up for a pivotal 2025, with CEO Sundar Pichai emphasizing that the year will bring both immense challenges and opportunities.

Traditional banks are venturing into the stablecoin market as Tether discontinues its euro-pegged EURt token.

David Schwartz, the CTO of Ripple, has recently clarified that he is not a billionaire, despite the speculation surrounding his wealth during XRP’s dramatic rise in 2018.

Seasoned investor Tom Lee predicts a strong performance for the U.S. stock market in the coming year, driven by favorable conditions and renewed investor confidence.

Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, has officially joined the digital ruble pilot program alongside TBank and Tochka Bank, as confirmed by the Central Bank of Russia (CBR) and reported by Interfax on December 28.

The Blockchain Association has taken legal action against the IRS over new rules that target the decentralized finance (DeFi) sector.

Citi Research predicts that the cryptocurrency market will continue its rapid growth in 2025, with stablecoins and digital asset exchange-traded funds (ETFs) playing pivotal roles in driving adoption.

As Europe enforces stricter cryptocurrency regulations, Tether, the largest stablecoin with a market cap of $139.28 billion, faces potential upheaval.

The team behind Floki (FLOKI), a cryptocurrency inspired by internet memes, has unveiled plans for a groundbreaking financial product.

South Korea and the United States are teaming up to tackle the growing threat of cryptocurrency theft through a groundbreaking research collaboration.

Brazil’s proposed ban on stablecoin transactions to self-custodial wallets is sparking discussions within the crypto industry, with experts suggesting it may drive even more users toward decentralized solutions.

A pygmy hippopotamus named Moo Deng, known for her charming personality and viral internet fame, now has a new and unexpected sponsor—Vitalik Buterin, the co-founder of Ethereum.

El Salvador, known for becoming the first country to adopt Bitcoin as legal tender, has consistently attracted attention with its bold crypto policies.

Cosmos, often celebrated as the “Internet of Blockchains,” is gearing up for a transformative 2025 with plans to tackle blockchain’s core challenges.

Raoul Pal, a former Goldman Sachs executive, predicts that the crypto market could experience significant gains as 2024 draws to a close.

Binance has announced its support for the rebranding and token swap of Fantom (FTM) to Sonic (S).

Retail investors in the UAE are setting ambitious financial and personal goals for 2025, with many planning to boost their crypto investments, according to a survey conducted by trading platform eToro.

The TON blockchain has witnessed remarkable growth, driven by an uptick in daily active users and increased market engagement.

Robert Kiyosaki, the author of Rich Dad Poor Dad, has issued a stark warning about an imminent global economic downturn.

Italy’s data protection authority has imposed a €15 million ($15.7 million) fine on OpenAI following an investigation into the company’s flagship AI model, ChatGPT.

Ripple has taken a significant step in supporting the incoming administration by contributing $5 million worth of XRP to President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration fund.

Former U.S. President Donald Trump has tapped Bo Hines to lead the Presidential Council of Advisors for Digital Assets, informally dubbed the “Crypto Council.”

MicroStrategy has intensified its Bitcoin purchases in 2024, outpacing the scale of its acquisitions during the 2021 bull market.

Fundstrat’s Tom Lee suggests that staying optimistic in the face of recent market declines could be more rewarding for investors than retreating into caution.

DekaBank has entered the spotlight by obtaining a coveted crypto custody license from Germany’s BaFin and the European Central Bank.

Limited access to banking services has been probably the greatest challenge for cryptocurrency hedge funds these past few years.

Jump Crypto’s subsidiary, Tai Mo Shan, has agreed to pay $123 million to settle charges brought by the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) over its involvement in the collapse of the TerraUSD (UST) algorithmic stablecoin.

Rumble, the popular video-sharing platform, is set to receive a major boost with a $775 million investment from Tether, the stablecoin issuer known for its commitment to decentralization.

MicroStrategy, known for its data analytics software, is reshaping its leadership and financial strategies.

Tether, led by CEO Paolo Ardoino, has set its sights on an ambitious goal of generating $10 billion in profits in 2024, driven by the surging demand for its USDT stablecoin.

Nearly six years after Cryptopia’s infamous 2019 hack, liquidators have begun compensating the platform’s affected users.

Worldcoin, the digital identity project co-founded by OpenAI CEO Sam Altman, continues to face mounting regulatory challenges, with Germany now adding to its list of concerns.

BPCE, one of France’s top banking groups, is preparing to venture into cryptocurrency investments for its customers, aiming to roll out the service in 2025 through its subsidiary Hexarq.

Hong Kong has granted licenses to four additional cryptocurrency exchanges, reinforcing its goal to become a leading global crypto hub.

Mo Shaikh, co-founder and CEO of Aptos Labs, has announced his resignation from the role, though he will remain with the company as a strategic advisor.

The U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) is bracing for the possibility of a shutdown as the federal government faces funding challenges.

Ark Invest made a significant move this week by selling 13,780 shares of Coinbase, valued at $3.9 million, from its Fintech Innovation ETF (ARKF).

MicroStrategy has become one of the most prominent players in the cryptocurrency space, focusing heavily on Bitcoin investments.

One of the top cryptocurrency exchanges Crypto.com and the most watched race in Europe and Asia, Formula 1, have solidified their relationship with an extended partnership that will now run through 2030.

Cristiano Ronaldo and Binance are revolutionizing fan engagement with “ForeverSkills,” a digital collectible series that brings the football legend’s iconic moves to life.

exSat, a leading Bitcoin scaling solution, is excited to unveil a $5 million developer incentive program designed to ignite innovation and accelerate the next wave of transformative applications for the Bitcoin ecosystem.

As January 2025 approaches, cryptocurrency market participants are optimistic about the potential impact of President-elect Donald Trump’s inauguration, anticipating swift policy shifts.

Ethena Labs has teamed up with World Liberty Financial (WLFI), a cryptocurrency project with ties to President-elect Donald Trump, to drive liquidity for stablecoins and enhance rewards across WLFI’s DeFi offerings.