Ripple Secures NY, Texas Money Transmitter Licenses: Now Holds 33 US Permits

Company now holds over 55 global licenses, processing $70 billion in transactions across 90 markets with doubled North American customer base. Strategic expansion includes RLUSD stablecoin launch and increased US workforce, with 75% of new positions based domestically. Favorable regulatory shifts and pro-crypto administration support growth, despite previous challenges with SEC over XRP classification. Ripple,…

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Indian Digital Rupee Expands Beyond Banks as Cred Joins CBDC Program

RBI’s strategic partnership with Cred introduces fee-free merchant transactions and daily limits up to Rs 50,000, advancing digital payment accessibility. Integration with UPI bank accounts enables seamless transfers between CBDC wallets, positioning e-Rupee as a stable digital payment alternative. India prioritizes government-backed digital currencies over crypto, aiming to revolutionize cross-border payments and reduce remittance costs….

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California’s Lawmaker Partners with Proof of Workforce to Enhance Bitcoin Adoption Ahead of Trump’s Inauguration

California lawmakers have been exploring ways to adopt digital assets and Web3 protocols to supplement its struggling economy. Bitcoin price stands to significantly benefit once the United States adopt a strategic Bitcoin reserve. The United States is preparing to adopt Bitcoin as a strategic reserve under the upcoming Donald Trump administration. Several states – led…

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Circle’s USDC Goes Live on Aptos to End Stablecoin Bridging

Aptos demonstrates significant ecosystem growth, with over 200 active applications and a tenfold increase in DeFi activity during the past year. The transition from bridged lzUSDC to native USDC will be gradually implemented through collaboration with LayerZero-based bridge providers. USDC’s expansion continues with 78% year-over-year circulation growth in 2024, positioning it as the fastest-growing major…

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Crypto Market Guide 2025: 4 Key Trends to Watch in Q1

Bitcoin’s bull run is likely to continue, considering historical cycles and institutional demand. Altcoins and Layer-2 solutions play a big role in this trend by making crypto more scalable and accessible. 2024 was an eventful year for crypto enthusiasts and investors as the crypto market came back to life. Unlike the previous year, which was…

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