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Stablecoins are being pulled in two directions: deeper fintech integration and native DeFi yield. Your next stablecoin might offer embedded T-bill exposure—or be swappable for DeFi insurance at checkout.

#Block, Inc. will enable Bitcoin payments via Square starting late 2025, with full rollout by 2026. Merchants can accept Lightning Network payments and, pending approval, hold BTC or auto-convert to fiat. cointelegraph.com/news/block-inc…

NFT lending volumes have plummeted 97% since January, with loan sizes down 71% YoY. DappRadar says revival may hinge on integrating real-world assets and smarter lending infrastructure. cointelegraph.com/news/real-worl…

#Nasdaq has filed to list the 21Shares spot Sui ETF, kicking off SEC review. If approved, it would be the first US-listed Sui ETF, with a decision expected by Jan 18, 2026. cointelegraph.com/news/nasdaq-fi…

Cantor Fitzgerald has issued its first BTC-backed loans to FalconX and Maple Finance. Nearly a year after launching its crypto lending arm, this move reflects growing institutional demand for BTC collateral. cointelegraph.com/news/maple-fin…

#Strive, founded by Vivek Ramaswamy, has raised $750M to back BTC strategies like distressed asset buys and credit vehicles. With warrants exercised, total Bitcoin buying power could hit $1.5B. cointelegraph.com/news/strive-ra…

#Metaplanet is issuing $50M in zero-interest bonds to expand its BTC holdings, fully subscribed by Evo Fund. The move continues its pivot to a Bitcoin-focused treasury model. cointelegraph.com/news/metaplane…

Crypto can’t go mainstream if it only lives online. Without physical infrastructure—like Bitcoin ATMs and IRL access points—millions stay excluded. Decentralization isn’t just code. It’s presence.

#Telegram’s bond raise is attracting top institutional investors with high yields and discounted IPO access. It signals strong confidence in Telegram’s growth and offers early exposure to a potential public listing. cointelegraph.com/news/blackrock…

Amina Bank (formerly Seba) hit $40M in 2024 revenue as crypto AUM more than doubled. Institutional demand, global expansion, and a 40% jump in derivatives revenue show rising interest in crypto risk management. cointelegraph.com/news/amina-ban…

Conduit raised $36M to build a stablecoin–fiat cross-border network as a faster, cheaper SWIFT alternative. Backed by Dragonfly, Circle Ventures, and DCG, it reflects growing demand for stablecoin infrastructure. cointelegraph.com/news/conduit-r…

India’s RBI is expanding digital rupee pilots with offline and programmable features for targeted use cases like subsidies. The push supports financial inclusion and a more resilient digital payment infrastructure. cointelegraph.com/news/rbi-expan…

Ripple’s Hidden Road has launched OTC crypto swaps for US institutions, expanding access to products once off-limits. It marks a key move after Ripple’s $1.25B acquisition and a deeper push into institutional markets. cointelegraph.com/news/ripple-hi…

Donut Labs raised $7M to launch an AI-powered crypto browser that understands intent and automates transactions. From token swaps to portfolio management, it promises seamless DeFi execution with built-in security. cointelegraph.com/news/donut-7m-…

#Santander is exploring stablecoins and retail crypto, joining banks eyeing tokenized dollars and euros. As stablecoins challenge deposit models, the divide grows between banks adapting to digital finance and those resisting it. cointelegraph.com/news/santander…

#Midas launched a tokenized T-Bill on Algorand, letting users swap $2M in USDC for mTBILLs with no minimum. As tokenized Treasuries rise, yield-bearing assets are moving closer to retail and deeper into DeFi. cointelegraph.com/news/midas-tok…

#Base briefly hit 959 TPS during the Virtuals AI token launch—nearly matching Solana. It’s a sign that Ethereum L2s are catching up on speed, one memecoin frenzy at a time. cointelegraph.com/news/base-se-a…

#OpenSea just outgrew NFTs. With OS2, users can mint on Solana, swap on Ronin, and trade memecoins—all in one wallet. It’s now a unified onchain experience, not just a marketplace. cointelegraph.com/news/opensea-e…

Crypto op-eds aren’t just hot takes—they shape public opinion, policy, and Web3’s narrative. As regulators tune in, thoughtful writing can drive clarity, build trust, and influence the future. cointelegraph.com/news/crypto-op…

Centralized AI is running into the same issues crypto did: privacy, transparency, and control are all at risk. Just like DeFi challenged centralized finance, decentralized AI must now set open standards, prove its security, and putusers first—to shape a fairer future.