SWIFT and Global Banks Unite: Blockchain Ledger to Power Instant Payments
SWIFT and over 30 global banks are developing a blockchain-powered shared digital ledger to enable instant, low-cost cross-border payments.
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Exolix Expands Reach with Integrations into Klever Wallet and VoxSwap
Exolix has announced new integrations with Klever Wallet and VoxSwap, extending its seamless, non-custodial swap technology to millions of crypto users worldwide. For Klever Wallet,…
OM Bank Enters South Africa: Old Mutual’s Digital Challenger Takes Aim at Capitec
Old Mutual launches OM Bank, a digital-first bank targeting South Africa’s middle market with low fees, rewards, and savings up to 7.23%
Trump Media and Crypto.com Forge $1B CRO Treasury Venture via SPAC Deal
Trump Media and Crypto.com have unveiled a $1B CRO treasury venture through a Nasdaq SPAC listing, signaling deeper ties between Trump and crypto mark…
TRON’s Tipping Point: Stablecoin Giant, Nasdaq Contender, or Blockchain Contradiction?
TRON isn’t just surviving the crypto market’s choppy waters, it’s attempting to rewrite the very narrative of what a blockchain network can become. Part fintech…
Visa Invests Big in Africa: Inside Johannesburg’s New Data Powerhouse
Visa launches its first African data centre in Johannesburg, boosting fintech growth, digital payments, and infrastructure across the continent.
Who Will Own Your AI? NEAR’s Vision for a User-First Future
The AI being built today by companies like Google, Meta, and OpenAI is designed to serve its corporate owners, not the users. But what if…
Risky Business: The FHFA’s Bold Crypto Mortgage Experiment
When you think of crypto-backed mortgages, Bitcoin and blockchain aren’t the first things that come to mind. But that may be changing. In a surprising…
USDC, Bitcoin Cashback, and MiCA Compliance: Coinbase’s Roadmap to Becoming the PayPal of Web3
Coinbase, once known simply as a crypto exchange, is now crafting a financial superapp that stretches far beyond token trading. With a string of strategic…
Apple Can’t Charge for Outside Links Anymore – Court Says No
A U.S. court has blocked Apple from charging fees on external payment links, marking a major win for app developers and a setback for Apple’s App St…
Consensys x Web3Auth: Finally, a Web3 Login That Feels Like Web2
Consensys acquires Web3Auth to simplify MetaMask logins, eliminate seed phrases, and bring seamless Web2-style onboarding to Web3 users and developers…
Beijing Bans Personal Crypto Holdings: A Blow to Bitcoin or Catalyst for Decentralization?
China reportedly bans personal crypto ownership, sparking global market turmoil. Bitcoin dips, altcoins tumble, what’s next for decentralization?
Klever Blockchain’s 2025 Roadmap: Open Source Moves, KVM Power, and Bridges That Actually Work
Klever Blockchain is making some serious moves—and no, we’re not talking about vague promises or vaporware. Their latest roadmap update isn’t just a list of…
NVIDIA’s FY26 Q1 Earnings: Proof That the AI Gold Rush Is Real
The numbers are in and they’re staggering. NVIDIA’s latest earnings report for Q1 Fiscal Year 2026 is less of a financial update and more of…
Crypto Meets Compliance: South Africa Adopts FATF Travel Rule
South Africa enforces the FATF Travel Rule for crypto on April 30. Find out how new KYC and transaction rules affect users and exchanges.
OM Token Wipeout: MANTRA Points to Centralized Exchange Failures
As OM plunges over 90%, MANTRA blames forced liquidations—denying any internal sell-offs and reaffirming project fundamentals. In a shocking turn of events on April 13,…
What’s New at Discovery Bank in 2025: Full Breakdown of AI, Rewards, and Banking Features
Explore Discovery Bank’s 2025 update featuring AI tools, Vitality Money+, advanced security, and a smarter banking app experience. Learn what’s ne…