Uphold relaunches XRP rewards debit card in the US with up to 10% back for users
The Uphold XRP rewards Debit Card is now available across the US. Users can spend anywhere Visa is accepted, online or in-store. Uphold offers up to 6% in $XRP on…
African payment giant Flutterwave taps Polygon blockchain for cross-border payments
Flutterwave has partnered with Polygon to enable fast, low-cost stablecoin payments. Pilot is scheduled to start before the end of 2025, expanding to consumers via the Send App in 2026.…
Avalon Labs (AVL) releases whitepaper for AI-powered RWA marketplace
The whitepaper announces the world’s first AI-backed RWA marketplace. It launches on BNB Chain, welcoming participation from AI developers and GPU owners. AVL gains over 15% on the daily timeframe…
Brazil explores Bitcoin reserves as central bankers meet in Rio
Lawmakers previously proposed a $19 billion Bitcoin reserve. Countries like Germany, Pakistan, and the Philippines are reviewing similar plans. Brazil’s Drex CBDC could support future digital reserve systems. Brazil’s central…
Bank Indonesia moves to issue a national stablecoin backed by government bonds
The Financial Services Authority is enforcing AML compliance for stablecoin traders. Indonesia ranks seventh in the 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index. The government is exploring Bitcoin as a potential reserve…
Cronos (CRO) rolls out “Smarturn” upgrade for advanced EVM features
Cronos EVM v1.5.0 has officially debuted today, October 30. The upgrade introduces new EVM opcodes, smart accounts, and enhanced interoperability. Smarturn targets a more flexible, faster, and developer-friendly blockchain. The…
Maple Finance (SYRUP) surges 12% as protocol revenue hits record $2.16M in October
Maple Finance (SYRUP) price rose 12% on strong volume. Gains see bulls converge near the key resistance zone of $0.50. The uptick comes as Maple hits a new all-time high…
Hong Kong’s SFC reviews digital asset treasuries as investor losses mount
Chairman Kelvin Wong warns of inflated DAT share prices. Boyaa Interactive and Ourgame International among affected firms. India and Australia also move to curb crypto-heavy listings. Hong Kong’s Securities and…
Official Trump ($TRUMP) soars 13% as meme issuer eyes Republic acquisition
Fight Fight Fight LLC is reportedly planning to purchase Republic’s US operations. The deal might enrich the meme’s utility in payment apps and startup fundraising. $TRUMP traders are enjoying profits…
Crypto update: Bitcoin tumbles below $111K as Powell dashes December rate cut hopes
Bitcoin fell below $111,000 after Fed Chair Powell’s hawkish comments. Powell said a December interest rate cut is “not a foregone conclusion.” Major cryptocurrencies like Ethereum, XRP, and Solana also…