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Poland’s UOKiK has initiated an antitrust probe into Apple’s App Tracking Transparency (ATT) framework, suspecting it provides unfair advantages in mobile advertising by restricting third-party data collection while boosting Apple’s own platform. Potential fines could reach 10% of Apple’s annual revenue in Poland if violations are confirmed. ATT introduced in iOS 14.5 limits app tracking […]

MegaETH’s pre-deposit campaign on November 25, 2025, aimed to secure liquidity but descended into chaos due to a multisig error, site crashes, and rapid cap exhaustion, ultimately locking $500 million amid community backlash and operational mishaps. MegaETH pre-deposit campaign: Launched with a $250 million cap for USDC bridges, it filled in 156 seconds after reopening, […]

ISO 20022 adoption marks a pivotal shift in global payments, with 97% of instructions now using this standard, enhancing interoperability for cryptocurrencies like XRP and XLM that comply with it, potentially integrating them into traditional banking systems for faster, richer data transactions. Global switch complete: Over 97% of payments now use ISO 20022, retiring legacy […]

Paxos has acquired the DeFi wallet startup Fordefi for more than $100 million to enhance its blockchain infrastructure with secure, institutional-grade custody solutions. This move integrates Fordefi’s multi-party computation technology into Paxos’s regulated stablecoin ecosystem, providing safer DeFi access for enterprise clients. Paxos acquisition of Fordefi strengthens DeFi capabilities with advanced wallet security. The deal, […]

Bitcoin crash cycles represent recurring patterns of sharp price declines followed by recoveries, as detailed by investor Anthony Pompliano. Over the past decade, Bitcoin has experienced more than 21 drops exceeding 30%, highlighting its inherent volatility amid leverage reductions and fear signals in markets. Bitcoin’s history includes over 21 drops greater than 30%, demonstrating long-term […]

Japan’s Financial Services Agency plans to introduce rules requiring crypto exchanges to maintain liability reserves by 2026, protecting users from hacks and breaches. This measure mirrors traditional securities standards, ensuring compensation for losses while building trust in the ecosystem. The proposal mandates financial reserves similar to those in traditional finance, covering potential user losses from […]

Klarna has launched KlarnaUSD, a US dollar stablecoin on the Tempo blockchain, aiming to reduce cross-border payment costs for its 114 million customers. This initiative leverages blockchain for faster, cheaper global transfers, building on stablecoin’s $27 trillion annual transaction volume. KlarnaUSD issuance via Bridge on Tempo blockchain for payment efficiency. Stablecoin targets internal payments initially, […]

Klarna, the EU-licensed digital bank, has introduced KlarnaUSD, marking the first stablecoin issuance on Tempo, the layer-1 blockchain from Stripe and Paradigm. Pegged 1:1 to the US dollar, it’s live on testnet now, with mainnet rollout planned for 2026 to streamline international payments and enhance efficiency. KlarnaUSD leverages Bridge’s infrastructure for secure, scalable stablecoin operations. […]

Berachain’s Series B funding controversy involves Brevan Howard’s Nova Digital securing a secret refund right on their $25 million investment, active until February 2026, sparking backlash from other investors over undisclosed terms. Berachain raised $100 million in April 2024 at a $1.5 billion valuation. Nova Digital invested $25 million but gained downside protection via a […]