In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrencies, perpetual contracts have become one of the hottest—and most controversial—trading instruments of 2025. This unique type of derivative, which allows traders to hold leveraged positions indefinitely, has skyrocketed in usage across global markets. Its rise has been accompanied by both explosive profits for some investors and devastating losses […]

In a move that could reshape how Americans interact with state governments, the Ohio State Board of Deposits has approved the use of Bitcoin and cryptocurrencies for paying state fees and services. Residents will soon be able to use digital assets to pay for everything from business registrations to court fees, a step that positions […]

Institutional Momentum Behind Crypto in the Middle East The cryptocurrency industry in the Middle East is undergoing a transformation, with institutional investors and wealthy family offices emerging as some of the strongest adopters. Ola Doudin, Co-founder and CEO of BitOasis, one of the region’s leading digital asset exchanges, noted that more than 90% of high-net-worth […]

A New Era for Kazakhstan’s Digital Finance Kazakhstan has officially entered the world of state-backed digital asset investment with the launch of the Alem Crypto Fund, its first dedicated crypto reserve. Established by the Ministry of Artificial Intelligence and Digital Development and managed by Qazaqstan Venture Group, the fund operates within the ecosystem of the […]

Japan has vaulted to the top of Asia-Pacific’s crypto adoption charts in 2025, outpacing India, South Korea, Indonesia, and Vietnam. Over the 12 months ending June, Japan recorded a 120 % increase in on-chain value received, according to a Chainalysis report — the largest growth among APAC’s major markets. By contrast, growth in other markets […]

A New Era for Europe’s Digital Finance Strategy In a bold step toward financial independence, nine of Europe’s largest banks have announced the development of a euro-denominated stablecoin fully compliant with the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCAR). This initiative represents Europe’s most significant push yet to reduce reliance on U.S.-dominated digital currencies and strengthen […]

Institutional Inflows Reshape Ethereum’s Market Ethereum (ETH), the world’s second-largest cryptocurrency, continues to capture the attention of institutional investors. Spot Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) have registered $547 million in inflows over the past week, reflecting growing confidence among wealth managers, hedge funds, and corporates in Ethereum’s long-term potential. This surge in capital is helping stabilize […]

Introduction: A Meme Coin Meets Public Finance For years, cryptocurrencies like Dogecoin were viewed as speculative assets, more meme than money. Yet, in a bold and unprecedented move, Buenos Aires has officially authorized tax payments in Dogecoin, making Argentina’s capital one of the first major cities in the world to formally integrate a meme coin […]

The cryptocurrency market opened October 2025 with renewed volatility and cautious optimism. On October 1, Bitcoin (BTC), the flagship digital currency, surged past the $114,000 mark, setting a positive tone for traders and investors worldwide. Despite the gains in Bitcoin, the broader altcoin market showed mixed performance, with some tokens climbing while others slipped. According […]

A Long-Awaited Milestone in Blockchain Interoperability The launch of Anoma’s mainnet on Ethereum marks one of the most important developments in blockchain interoperability to date. For years, crypto users and developers alike have struggled with the fragmentation of digital ecosystems — chains running in isolation, liquidity trapped in silos, and bridges plagued by complexity and […]