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The Smarter Web Company Expands Bitcoin Holdings to 1,600 BTC and Introduces New Valuation Metric

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The Smarter Web Company PLC, a London-listed technology firm, has announced the purchase of an additional 325 bitcoin, increasing its total holdings to 1,600 BTC as part of its ongoing treasury policy outlined in “The 10 Year Plan.” The recent acquisition, totaling £27,145,693 at an average

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DEA Seizes $10 Million in Cryptocurrency Linked to the Sinaloa Cartel

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The DEA completed this cryptocurrency seizure and other drug-related actions as part of Operation Take Back America, resulting in the forfeiture of thousands of pounds of fentanyl, cocaine, and methamphetamines. The Sinaloa Cartel has been designated a Foreign Terrorist Organization by the U.S. government. DEA Confiscated $10 Million in Cryptocurrency From the Sinaloa

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Trezor Co-Founder Launches Glok to Enhance Security for Bitcoin Users Against Rising Threats Such as Kidnappings

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Alena Vranova, previously co-founder of Trezor, has announced the launch of GLOK, a new security service aimed at protecting bitcoin users amid rising threats such as kidnappings and ransomware attacks. GLOK offers a private geolocation app that allows users to send distress alerts to a predefined list of contacts while prioritizing user privacy and data […]

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China Merchants Bank Arm Wins Crypto Licence in Hong Kong

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China Merchants Bank’s CMB International Securities has reportedly become the first mainland China-affiliated brokerage to secure a virtual asset licence from Hong Kong’s Securities and Futures Commission. This approval enables CMBI to legally offer cryptocurrency trading, custodial support, and digital asset advisory services within Hong Kong’s tightly regulated

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PAX and Lunu Pay Enable Crypto Payments at 80 Million Terminals Globally

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PAX Technology has partnered with Lunu Pay to enable crypto payments across its global network of 80+ million terminals, letting retailers accept bitcoin, ethereum, and more with instant fiat conversion and zero volatility risk. 80 Million Payment Terminals to Accept BTC, ETH and Other Cryptocurrencies In a major step toward real-world crypto adoption, PAX Technology, […]

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California Taps Ripple and Coinbase for Government Tech Overhaul

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In a bold move to modernize government operations, California’s leadership partners with top tech minds to transform bureaucracy into a model of 21st-century efficiency and innovation. Governor Gavin Newsom unveiled the California Breakthrough Project, a new initiative launched at Ripple’s headquarters with participation from crypto leaders, including Coinbase, to advise

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Ripple Expands Blockchain Footprint in UAE With Real Estate and Custody Deal

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Ripple is revolutionizing global real estate as Dubai adopts its XRP Ledger for tokenized property deeds, unlocking secure, scalable blockchain custody in a landmark government move. Dubai Land Department Modernizes Deeds With Ripple’s Blockchain Infrastructure Ripple announced on July 16 a major step into the UAE’s tokenized asset market, reinforcing its global custody

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XRP Exposure Gets Institutional Boost With Proshares Leveraged ETF Launch

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XRP rockets into the spotlight as Proshares launches a 2x leveraged ETF, offering traders amplified exposure to crypto price swings through a regulated, futures-backed product. Proshares Launches Leveraged XRP ETF With 2x Daily Performance Exposure Investor enthusiasm for XRP is fueling the creation of regulated financial products that provide access to its price

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Strategy, the Nasdaq-Listed Firm With 600,000+ BTC, Hits Record Market Cap

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On Wednesday, shares of the business intelligence and bitcoin treasury firm Strategy climbed to a record $455.90, pushing the company’s market capitalization to a significant $124.64 billion. Strategy’s Stock Hits New High Backed by Massive Bitcoin Treasury Market stats reveal that Strategy’s MSTR shares on Nasdaq hit $455.90 at Wednesday’s close, rising more than 3% […]

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CBDC in Plain Sight: Are Stablecoins the Hidden Blueprint for a US Digital Dollar?

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Stablecoins, digital currencies pegged to the U.S. dollar, have surged in popularity, but their quiet resilience under slim regulatory scrutiny may signal a deeper role as a testing ground for a central bank digital currency (CBDC). Stablecoins and the Silent Rise of a Central Bank Digital Dollar These blockchain-based tokens, designed to maintain a stable […]