America is accumulating bitcoin while exporting dollar-pegged stablecoins to everyone else, according to a new Chainalysis report. The blockchain data said in its Wednesday report, “North America: Inside the Growth of Agentic Commerce,” that the U.S. became a net importer of Bitcoin in 2026 — for the first time since 2022. According to the data,
During the 2026 IMF Meetings in Bangkok, the Central Bank of Rwanda’s Governor, @SorayaMHlive, engaged in a crucial meeting with European Central Bank President Christine Lagarde. This bilateral discussion centered on Central Bank Digital Currencies (CBDCs), particularly drawing from Rwanda’s e-Franc proof of concept. Such collaboration emphasizes the potential for enhancing financial systems through shared
Bitcoin registered an intraday low of $79,730 before recovering to around $82,000 as surging US wholesale inflation intensified a cryptocurrency selloff that triggered nearly $940 million in liquidations. This price action extended losses as stronger-than-expected inflation data raised concerns about another interest rate hike by the Federal Reserve. According to CoinGlass, 176,506 traders were liquidated
DTCC’s Nadine Chakar recently highlighted the pivotal role of Chainlink in their collateral management strategy, particularly in supporting their multi-chain approach. This partnership underscores the increasing importance of blockchain solutions in traditional finance. As the crypto ecosystem continues to evolve, such collaborations could significantly impact institutional adoption of digital assets. What Happened In a recent
At the recent Vault Summit in Singapore, Morpho emphasized that stablecoins will struggle to scale based solely on issuance. Instead, he advocates for the integration of onchain assets to create more utility across various stablecoins. This perspective could lead to innovative uses for stablecoins in the market, enhancing their appeal and functionality. Source Breaking It
Brazil Launches Experimental Tokenization Sandbox Program Brazil is taking another step into tokenization, albeit at an experimental stage. On Tuesday, the Comissão de Valores Mobiliários (CVM), Brazil’s securities watchdog, issued Resolution 249, launching an experimental program using decentralized ledger technologies to carry out tests involving the implementation of all securities operations on digital platforms. The
Schwab Opens Crypto Trading to Millions and Eyes New Revenue Streams Charles Schwab has opened the crypto gates to millions of eligible investors, bringing direct bitcoin and ether trading to its enormous brokerage operation. The $13.33 trillion financial giant is also introducing cryptocurrency transfers and preparing three additional digital assets before 2026 ends. Schwab Crypto
$NEAR Protocol’s recent listing on Sunrise marks a significant development in the cryptocurrency landscape. This integration enhances $NEAR’s cross-chain bridging capabilities, allowing assets to move more freely between networks. With the upcoming Solana Breakpoint 2026 event generating buzz, $NEAR’s strategic positioning could lead to increased user engagement and liquidity opportunities. The Story So Far The
$BTC Rebounds Above $82K After CPI Volatility Bitcoin appeared to recover from a morning rout Thursday after it reclaimed $82,000 just hours after sliding below $80,000. The reversal erased most of the losses that followed the release of hotter-than-expected U.S. inflation data, which had sent the cryptocurrency tumbling from $84,000 to $82,700. Mounting selling pressure
Bitcoin’s recovery remains uncertain as new ETF outflows add to increasing selling pressures that investors want to get back into a breakeven position. Recent buying activity for Bitcoin [$BTC] is now being priced at below the cost basis of some recent buyers. According to recent Glassnode data, buyers who acquired $BTC six to twelve months