Stripe’s newly launched Machine Payments Protocol (MPP) could mark a turning point for micropayments — a long-promised but underutilized use case in crypto and beyond — as AI agents reshape how transactions are made. That’s the key takeaway from newly published analysis by Forrester senior analyst Meng Liu, who argues that MPP may succeed where
Ultiland, a renowned Web3 infrastructure firm turning cultural assets into blockchain-native assets, has partnered with XPIN Network, a Web3-Led telecom layer. The partnership intends to link the cultural assets and the next-gen decentralized technology. As per Ultiland’s official X announcement, the development attempts to establish a streamlined loop between digital utility and real-world culture. Thus,
Crypto fundraising roared back last week with over $2.87 billion raised across the top ten deals, according to data compiled by CoinMarketCap. — The week was dominated by payments-focused companies, with four of the top six raises targeting payment infrastructure — a clear signal of where institutional capital is flowing in 2026. Here’s a breakdown
Bitcoin’s recent price stagnation reflects a market grappling with uncertainty, and confidence being tested not just by economic forces but also by political influence. At the center of this tension is Donald Trump, whose unpredictable remarks on cryptocurrency policy have injected fresh volatility into an already sensitive market. How Bitcoin Struggles For Direction As Uncertainty
Billionaire quant investor and AQR Capital Management founder Cliff Asness recently threw cold water on the popular narrative that cryptocurrencies serve as a reliable “safe haven” or digital gold. Instead, the hedge fund veteran argues that crypto is currently trading much like a standard tech stock. According to Asness, the current chart correlations between the
Crypto analyst Celal has predicted that the Bitcoin price could hit a new all-time high ($ATH) of $145,000. The analyst also provided a timeline for when the leading crypto could hit this milestone. When The Bitcoin Price Could Hit $145,000 In an X post, Celal stated that the Bitcoin price will rally to $145,000 between
Bitcoin is currently trading near $70.3K. $249M in $BTC liquidations hit the market. Bitcoin is currently trading in a key consolidation zone, referred to as a no-trade zone, between $65,636 and $70,685. This range has seen heavy activity, with over 1.72 million $BTC exchanged. It makes it a strong area of both support and resistance.
Bitcoin BTC$68,358.29 held onto gains Monday after an early surge above $70,000, but the rebound’s fate now hinges on what’s next between the U.S. and Iran. The move followed U.S. President Donald Trump’s announcement of a five-day pause on strikes against Iranian energy infrastructure, citing “productive” diplomatic talks. Iranian officials denied the existence of talks,
Artificial intelligence has moved from a boardroom buzzword to a core operational tool within the French financial landscape. A comprehensive new study by the Autorité des Marchés Financiers (AMF) reveals a significant shift: 90% of supervised entities have already integrated AI or have immediate plans to do so. For investment service providers and brokers, this
The S&P Dow Jones has launched the first S&P 500 perpetual futures contract on-chain, with the Pyth Network providing the price feeds. On the first day of trading, the perpetual market on Hyperliquid hit $100 million as investors welcomed the extended market hours and global access. This week, the S&P Dow Jones Indices announced it