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How to Stake Crypto: Options, Rewards and Risks
Learn how to stake crypto step by step: exchange staking, wallet delegation, liquid staking and running a validator, plus how rewards work and the risks.
Oct 14, 2026 · 4 min read
Former FTX Europe Chief Explores U.S. Tokenized Stock Trading, Market Sees Billions in Value
A former FTX Europe executive is targeting U.S. tokenized stock trading with a new SEC exemption, while the broader tokenized equities market has reached billions in value, often trading outside traditional U.S. market hours.
Oct 14, 2026
Kraken Parent Payward to Acquire Saldo Bank, Secures Dubai License
Payward, the parent company of cryptocurrency exchange Kraken, has agreed to acquire Lithuania's Saldo Bank, expanding its reach in the EU banking sector. Simultaneously, Payward has obtained a full operating license in Dubai, indicating br
Oct 14, 2026
Crypto Payments for Businesses: How to Accept Crypto
Thinking of accepting crypto payments? Learn how businesses take crypto, the options from processors to wallets, the costs, risks and setup steps.
Oct 14, 2026 · 5 min read
Bitcoin vs Bitcoin Cash: Key Differences Explained
Bitcoin vs Bitcoin Cash compared: why the 2017 fork happened, block size and scaling, fees, security, adoption and the risks of each, side by side.
Oct 14, 2026 · 5 min read
Ripple Integrates Stripe-Owned Wallets on XRP Ledger, Expanding AI Agent Payments
Ripple has integrated Stripe-owned wallets into the XRP Ledger through a partnership with Privy. This integration enables developers to embed XRPL wallets into applications, supporting payments with XRP, RLUSD, and facilitating AI agent tra
Oct 14, 2026
Coinbase Urges Proactive Quantum-Resistant Bitcoin Development
Coinbase has outlined key priorities for Bitcoin to begin preparing for quantum computing, emphasizing flexible address designs and early migration strategies. This comes as research also explores post-quantum defenses for second-layer solu
Oct 14, 2026
Optimism (OP) Price Prediction 2026–2027: Drivers, Scenarios and Risks
An optimism price prediction 2026 guide with no targets: what drives OP, the Superchain, unlocks, catalysts and risks for 2026–2027, and how to judge forecasts.
Oct 13, 2026 · 5 min read
South Korea Blocks 27 Crypto Exchanges, Citing Unregistered Operations
South Korean regulators have announced measures to block 27 cryptocurrency exchanges, including Bitmart, KuCoin, and MEXC, for operating without proper registration. This move expands previous restrictions and aims to prevent investor losse
Oct 13, 2026
UK High Court Rules Chinese Law Governs Claims on Seized Bitcoin
A UK High Court judge has ruled that Chinese law will apply to claims made by victims regarding 61,000 bitcoin seized by the Metropolitan Police. This decision could impact the ownership outcome of the approximately $5 billion in cryptocurr
Oct 13, 2026
DeFi Development Increases Solana Holdings Amid Record Stock Performance
DeFi Development (DFDV), a Nasdaq-listed firm, has continued to expand its Solana (SOL) treasury, now holding approximately 2.59 million SOL. This increase occurred as the company's CHAD preferred stock reached record highs.
Oct 13, 2026
Meta Introduces Muse Wonder AI Models, Claims Rivalry with OpenAI and Anthropic
Meta has unveiled its new Muse Wonder AI models, with company co-founder Mark Zuckerberg stating they represent progress toward "personal superintelligence." Claims suggest the models outperform certain competitors in specific benchmarks, t
Oct 13, 2026
Bitcoin Price Drop Triggers Over $770 Million in Crypto Liquidations
Bitcoin experienced a significant price decline, falling below $82,000, which contributed to over $770 million in crypto liquidations, predominantly long positions. This movement occurred amidst a firm dollar and concerns over spot ETF outf
Oct 13, 2026
Cosmos (ATOM) Price Prediction 2026–2027: Drivers, Scenarios and Risks
Cosmos price prediction 2026 without hype: what has driven ATOM, the value-capture debate, catalysts and risks for 2026–2027 and three scenarios explained.
Oct 12, 2026 · 4 min read
South Korean Bank Reportedly Launches Bitcoin-Backed Business Loans
A South Korean bank has reportedly introduced business loans collateralized by Bitcoin, utilizing a third-party custodian for the digital asset. This development marks a new integration of cryptocurrency into traditional financial products
Oct 12, 2026
Standard Chartered Offers Custody for Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin on XRP Ledger
Standard Chartered has initiated custody services for Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin, built on the XRP Ledger. The bank is also developing a framework to enable RLUSD to serve as collateral for LMAX Group products.
Oct 12, 2026
Algorand (ALGO) Price Prediction 2026–2027: Drivers, Scenarios and Risks
A realistic Algorand price prediction for 2026 and 2027: what drives ALGO, adoption catalysts, key risks and bull, base and bear scenarios, no fake targets.
Oct 12, 2026 · 4 min read
Telegram Crypto Scams: Fake Admins, Bots and Signal Groups
How Telegram crypto scams work: fake admins, verification bots, copycat groups and paid signal channels, plus the warning signs and settings that protect you.
Oct 12, 2026 · 4 min read