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Ripple scores UK regulatory approval via local subsidiary

Ripple scores UK regulatory approval via local subsidiary

Ripple's UK subsidiary has achieved a significant milestone by securing regulatory approval as an Electronic Money Institution. This approval allows the company to provide…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Visa-linked stablecoin platform Rain raises $250M at $1.95B valuation

Visa-linked stablecoin platform Rain raises $250M at $1.95B valuation

Rain, a stablecoin platform linked to Visa, has successfully raised $250 million in funding, resulting in a valuation of $1.95 billion. This significant capital injection is…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Ripple wins UK regulatory approval from Financial Conduct Authority

Ripple wins UK regulatory approval from Financial Conduct Authority

Ripple has achieved a significant regulatory milestone by securing registration with the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) through its subsidiary in the United Kingdom. This…

1/9/2026 3 min read

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The hidden risk of public WiFi: How a single approval wiped a crypto wallet

The hidden risk of public WiFi: How a single approval wiped a crypto wallet

A recent incident highlights the vulnerabilities associated with using public WiFi networks, particularly for crypto users. A crypto user experienced a significant loss after…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Stablecoin Firm Rain Valued at $1.95 Billion After Funding Round

Stablecoin Firm Rain Valued at $1.95 Billion After Funding Round

Stablecoin payments firm Rain has successfully raised $250 million in a recent funding round. This financial boost has resulted in a valuation of $1.95 billion for the company,…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Iran is cut off from the internet: Here’s how crypto could still work

Iran is cut off from the internet: Here’s how crypto could still work

Recent protests in Iran have emerged due to deteriorating economic conditions, particularly as the Iranian rial has reached unprecedented lows against the US dollar. This…

1/10/2026 2 min read

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Australian Regulator Flags Grok in Rising AI Image Abuse Complaints

Australian Regulator Flags Grok in Rising AI Image Abuse Complaints

The Australian regulator has reported a significant increase in complaints related to non-consensual AI-generated sexual images. This rise in complaints, which has doubled since…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Masked Gunmen Tie Up Woman in France, Steal Crypto USB

Masked Gunmen Tie Up Woman in France, Steal Crypto USB

France has recently gained attention due to a series of violent incidents linked to cryptocurrency. The country has become a focal point for what are known as "crypto wrench…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Stablecoins Live Up To Their Billing During Venezuela Turmoil

Stablecoins Live Up To Their Billing During Venezuela Turmoil

In Venezuela, the ongoing turmoil has led to a surge in the use of cryptocurrencies, particularly stablecoins, as citizens seek to navigate financial instability. This growing…

1/9/2026 2 min read

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Morgan Stanley to launch digital asset wallet as part of crypto product expansion

Morgan Stanley to launch digital asset wallet as part of crypto product expansion

Morgan Stanley is set to launch a digital asset wallet as a part of its expansion into the cryptocurrency market. This new wallet will support various cryptocurrencies and…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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Google Just Overhauled Gmail With Gemini 3, Turning It Into an AI Assistant

Google Just Overhauled Gmail With Gemini 3, Turning It Into an AI Assistant

Google has recently integrated Gemini 3 into Gmail, significantly transforming the platform into an AI-driven assistant. This overhaul introduces features such as email…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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Memecoin social buzz grows as traders return to risk assets

Memecoin social buzz grows as traders return to risk assets

Memecoins, a category of cryptocurrencies often driven by social media trends, experienced a significant decline in value recently, dropping 65% over the course of a particular…

1/8/2026 2 min read

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