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BlackRock shifts $561M from Bitcoin to Ethereum
BlackRock shifts over half a billion dollars from Bitcoin to Ethereum, suggesting a possible altcoin season.

JPMorgan Explores Crypto-Backed Loans
JPMorgan considers launching crypto-backed loans amid growing institutional interest.

JPMorgan Chase will get involved in stablecoins
JPMorgan explores stablecoins despite CEO Jamie Dimon's skepticism, as major U.S. banks position for crypto-enabled payment innovation.

coinbase launches a credit card that gives 4% back
Coinbase is launching its own crypto-earning credit card, offering up to 4% back in Bitcoin.

coinbase files for a banking license with the SEC
Coinbase is evaluating the option of becoming a US federal bank as stablecoin regulations evolve.

vietnam officially passes law that legalize crypto
Vietnam has passed a new law officially recognizing crypto and digital assets, establishing clear definitions and offering incentives to blockchain developers.

tron is officially going public ont the stock market
Tron is set to go public in the U.S. through a reverse merger with SRM Entertainment, involving a $100M investment and rebranding.

Meta plans to start using stablecoins this year
Meta is reportedly exploring the integration of stablecoins on the Ethereum blockchain, with plans to begin implementation in 2025.

FIFA launches its own blockchain for Web3 expansion
FIFA has officially launched its own blockchain infrastructure using Avalanche’s Subnet technology, concluding its previous partnership with Algorand.

Bitcoin hits new record high above $111,000 as rally marches on
Bitcoin continued its upward momentum on Thursday, surging past a new record high of $111,886.41 during early trading hours in London before settling around $111,012.00.

Mastercard Launches Stablecoin Payment Cards with MoonPay
Mastercard has partnered with MoonPay to introduce stablecoin-powered payment cards for both individuals and businesses, expanding its reach in the crypto space.

rumors claim ripple made 20B buyout offer to circle
Following Circle's rejection of Ripple's $5 billion acquisition proposal, a new rumor emerged suggesting that Ripple had returned with a much larger offer $20 billion.

Gucci now accepts crypto payment at all stores
Italian luxury brand Gucci is set to begin accepting cryptocurrency payments at select stores in the United States.

Apple is creating a crypto wallet for apple pay
Apple is reportedly exploring the development of a new cryptocurrency wallet that could integrate directly into Apple Pay, potentially revolutionizing the way users interact with digital currencies.

Binance Liquidates Bitcoin Reserves Amid Market Shifts
Recent on-chain data indicates that Binance has liquidated a significant portion of its Bitcoin (BTC) reserves accrued through fees and trading activities. Despite this, all user balances remain fully backed in hot wallets and cold storage. However, Binance’s overall reserves have notably declined.

Bitcoin ATMs Popping Up in Costco Stores Nationwide
Bitcoin ATMs are now being installed across Costco stores in the United States, driven by the pro-crypto stance of President Donald Trump’s administration. This policy shift has enabled crypto ATM operators to expand their networks.

Dubai's Crypto Tower: The Future of Blockchain Innovation
Dubai is set to redefine the global blockchain landscape with its ambitious 17-story Crypto Tower, offering approximately 46,000 square meters of rental space dedicated to Web3 innovation and development.

Trump’s Tariffs Shake Up Crypto and Financial Markets: Insights from Markelitics
The recent escalation in President Donald Trump’s trade policies has sent shockwaves through both traditional financial markets and the cryptocurrency sector. By initiating a new trade war with Canada, Mexico, and potentially China, Trump has set in motion a series of economic ripples that are being felt far beyond traditional markets. According to Markelitics, these geopolitical tensions are fueling widespread volatility, particularly within the crypto space.

The Memecoin That Earned Trump $12 Billion in Two Days
Although Trump and his entities cannot immediately sell all the tokens of the "Official Trump" memecoin (subject to a three-year unlocking schedule), the nominal value of the assets has already reached $12 billion.

Apple And Google Take Down Crypto Apps From Alleged $24 Billion Cyberscam
For the last few months, Apple and Google’s app stores hosted apps developed by Huione Group, a Cambodia-based company that was accused of running the biggest ever dark web market on Tuesday.
