Jack Dorsey’s Block Inc. is reigniting its campaign against the credit card giants, introducing a new payment model designed to cut out Visa and Mastercard entirely.

Fintech Giant Ripple’s Middle East strategy is accelerating in 2025.

The race to dominate blockchain-based payments may be entering a new phase. According to Fortune, Coinbase and Mastercard are in discussions to jointly acquire BVNK, a London-based stablecoin infrastructure provider, in a deal valued at roughly $2 billion.

Uganda has taken its first major step into the world of digital money with the launch of a pilot central bank digital currency (CBDC).

Gemini is planting new roots in Australia, signaling a deeper commitment to the Asia-Pacific region as cryptocurrency use continues to rise among both retail and institutional investors.

Citigroup has taken another step into the world of digital finance. Through its venture arm, Citi Ventures, the U.S. banking giant has invested in BVNK, a fast-growing London fintech helping institutions move money across borders using stablecoins.

Japan’s journey toward a fully digital economy just took a bold leap forward. PayPay, the popular mobile payments platform backed by SoftBank, has acquired a 40% stake in Binance Japan, marking one of the most significant partnerships yet between traditional fintech and the crypto sector in the country.

MetaMask is breaking out of its role as a simple crypto wallet, unveiling new features that move it closer to becoming a decentralized trading powerhouse.

In a decisive move toward institutional crypto adoption, Fireblocks Trust Company has teamed up with Galaxy, Bakkt, FalconX, and Castle Island to reshape how regulated entities safeguard their digital assets.

Polymarket’s explosive growth is proving to be one of crypto’s most remarkable success stories.

Just five years ago, Shayne Coplan was selling his belongings in a cramped New York apartment to make rent.

Digital asset exchange Bullish has secured a major banking partnership with Deutsche Bank, marking a significant step in bridging institutional crypto markets with the global financial system.