Ripple Gets Green Light From FCA to Scale Crypto Payments in the UK
Ripple secures FCA approval to scale its crypto payments business in the UK, marking a significant milestone for the company and the broader blockchain ecosystem.
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Why South Korea is struggling to decide who can issue stablecoins
South Korea is at a crossroads in deciding who should be allowed to issue stablecoins, with the decision hanging between traditional banks and innovative fintech companies.
Ripple President Quashes Imminent IPO Plans Despite $40 Billion Valuation And Wall Street Backing
Ripple’s president, Monica Long, has announced that the company will not pursue an initial public offering (IPO) in the near future, despite its $40 billion valuation and Wall Street backing, opting instead to remain private and focus on its current growth plans and innovations.
Ripple Says No IPO Despite $40B Valuation and Wall Street Interest
Ripple has raised $500 million at a $40 billion valuation but remains committed to staying private, citing strategic investor relationships as the reason to avoid an IPO. Learn more about its decision and its implications.
The Year in Bitcoin and Crypto ATMs 2025: Power Tools, Scams and Calls for Action
In 2025, Bitcoin and crypto ATMs faced heightened scrutiny due to scams, prompting regulatory action and calls for stricter compliance measures. Despite challenges, adoption continued to grow globally.
Tech giant to launch crypto wallet, fintech L1s will bomb: Dragonfly exec.
Dragonfly executive Haseeb Qureshi predicts that tech giants will launch crypto wallets and fintech L1s will fail to challenge Ethereum and Solana, while Big Tech and Fortune 100 companies will start building in crypto in 2026.
Coinbase and Robinhood Battling To Become ‘Everything Exchange,’ According to Anthony Pompliano
Coinbase and Robinhood are expanding their services to become “everything exchanges,” offering a wide range of financial products beyond cryptocurrencies, according to Anthony Pompliano, the founder and CEO of Professional Capital Management.
Peter Thiel-Backed Bank Erebor Raises $350M At $4.35B Valuation
Peter Thiel-backed bank Erebor raises $350 million at a $4.35 billion valuation, moving closer to regulatory approval and expanding its digital banking services.
Palmer Luckey’s Erebor hits $4.3B valuation as regulators advance bank charter
Palmer Luckey’s Erebor achieves a $4.35 billion valuation after raising $350 million, backed by OCC and FDIC approvals, signaling momentum for crypto- and AI-focused banking.
Fed Teases New Account Model That Could Rewrite Crypto’s Banking Access
The Federal Reserve’s proposed payment account framework could revolutionize crypto’s access to banking services, but the outcome is still uncertain.