Bybit EU dangles 50 USDC Christmas bonus to onboard new European crypto users
Bybit EU, the European arm of global cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, has launched a Christmas promotion offering 50 USDC to new users.
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Bybit EU, the European arm of global cryptocurrency exchange Bybit, has launched a Christmas promotion offering 50 USDC to new users.
XingChiFrench fintech Lyzi has partnered with Porsche and Lamborghini to let customers pay for luxury cars using cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, USDC, and over 80 other digital assets. Payments are converted instantly into euros, protecting dealerships from crypto price changes and providing a smooth wallet-to-terminal experience.
AnaisCircle is developing a new privacy-enhanced stablecoin called USDCx, built with Aleo to allow confidential on-chain transactions. The launch comes as more U.S. banks and companies begin testing stablecoin payment systems under the new regulatory framework.
Jason RiggsVisa launched a pilot allowing US marketplaces to pay freelancers and creators in stablecoins such as USDC. It aims to make cross-border payments faster and more direct through instant transfers to crypto wallets.
WeatherlyCoinbase has launched Coinbase Business in Singapore, marking its first international expansion for the platform beyond the United States. The move underscores the exchange’s ambition to bring stablecoin-powered finance to startups and small enterprises across Asia.Coinbase Picks Singapore for Its First Global Expansion, Launches Coinbase Business to Power USDC Payments
XingChiSingapore merchants can now accept stablecoin payments through HitPay and Triple-A. Payments are instantly converted to fiat, letting businesses receive funds quickly and securely.
WeatherlyStripe has launched a new feature allowing US businesses to accept recurring payments in stablecoins like USDC, USDP, and USDG across multiple blockchains. The system uses smart contracts for easier payments, supports over 400 wallets, and lets companies receive fiat settlements while managing subscriptions from their Stripe dashboard.
AnaisCircle has no immediate plans to launch a Hong Kong dollar stablecoin and is focusing on growing its USDC and EURC tokens. The company remains open to partnerships with local firms and is exploring multi-currency stablecoin opportunities.
WeatherlyOKX Singapore has launched OKX Pay, letting users pay with USDC and USDT at GrabPay merchants, with stablecoins instantly converted to Singapore dollars. The service aims to make digital currencies usable for everyday transactions and plans to expand to more merchants and stablecoins in the future.
AnaisA former South Korean lawmaker urged the government to push won-pegged stablecoins onto global exchanges like Binance and Coinbase. He warned that limiting them to local platforms would block demand and called for companies like Samsung to play a role.
WeatherlyDappRadar, a seven-year-old blockchain analytics platform, has shut down due to financial difficulties. Its closure leaves a gap in cross-chain data services, affecting developers, investors, and users who relied on its analytics.
AnaisGoogle released a new AI weather model called WeatherNext 2 that gives faster and more detailed forecasts. It delivers global predictions in under a minute and is now built into Google products like Search, Maps, and Pixel Weather.
WeatherlyEl Salvador bought about 1,090 Bitcoin in a single day, raising its total holdings to roughly 7,474 BTC worth $676 million. The purchase came as Bitcoin fell below $90,000, showing the government is continuing its daily accumulation strategy despite market volatility.
AnaisA British man, Joseph James O’Connor, has been ordered to return $5.4 million in Bitcoin and other cryptocurrencies after hijacking celebrity Twitter accounts in 2020. The civil recovery covers the increased value of the stolen crypto and will be managed by a court-appointed trustee for public restitution.
WeatherlyA faulty Cloudflare configuration file caused a major outage that briefly took down many popular websites and apps. The issue spread quickly because so many services rely on Cloudflare to manage their traffic.
AnaisMichael Saylor’s company has seen big losses as Bitcoin falls below $90,000, leaving around 40% of its holdings unprofitable. Recent purchases above current market prices have added nearly $100 million in unrealised losses, putting pressure on the company’s stock and strategy.
WeatherlyA judge ruled that Meta no longer holds monopoly power, ending the FTC’s attempt to force the company to separate Instagram and WhatsApp. The case collapsed mainly because TikTok and YouTube now offer strong competition, weakening the claim that Meta dominates social networking.
WeatherlyMalaysia lost over RM4.57 billion (US$1.1 billion) between 2020 and 2025 due to illegal electricity use by crypto miners. Authorities have identified nearly 14,000 premises involved and are cracking down using smart meters, enforcement, and public awareness campaigns.
AnaisSouth Korea’s cryptocurrency tax system, first approved in 2020, is still not ready, with key rules and infrastructure unfinished. Experts warn the January 2027 rollout could be delayed again as political disagreements and technical gaps continue.
WeatherlyWilliam Lonergan Hill, co-founder of Samourai Wallet, has been sentenced to four years in prison for running an unlicensed crypto service used in criminal transactions. His co-founder received five years, and authorities are emphasising consequences for illegal activity linked to privacy-focused crypto tools.
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