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Capital One agrees to acquire credit card, stablecoin payment enabler Brex

Capital One has announced its agreement to acquire Brex, a company that facilitates credit card and stablecoin payments. This acquisition aims to enhance Capital One's offerings in the fintech space, particularly in serving small and medium-sized businesses. Brex is known for its innovative financial solutions, including expense management and corporate credit cards. The deal is expected to close in the coming months, pending regulatory approvals. Financial terms of the acquisition have not been disclosed.

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South Korea probes loss of seized bitcoin in phishing attack

South Korean authorities are investigating the loss of approximately $1.5 million worth of seized bitcoin due to a phishing attack. The incident involved a police officer who fell victim to a scam, leading to the unauthorized transfer of the cryptocurrency. This breach has raised concerns about the security measures

Coinbase lets users borrow up to $1 million against staked ether without selling

Coinbase has introduced a new feature allowing users to borrow up to $1 million against their staked ether (ETH) without needing to sell it. This service aims to provide liquidity to users who want to leverage their staked assets while still earning staking rewards. The borrowing process is facilitated through

Bitcoin and yen hold steady as Japan's inflation eases and BOJ keeps interest rates unchanged

Bitcoin and the Japanese yen remained stable as Japan reported a decrease in inflation rates, which fell to 2.8% in September, down from 3.2% in August. The Bank of Japan (BOJ) decided to maintain its current interest rates, continuing its accommodative monetary policy. This decision aligns with the

White House Says 'Memes Will Continue' After Allegedly Altering Woman's Arrest Photo

The White House has acknowledged that memes will persist following the alleged alteration of a woman's arrest photo, which sparked controversy online. The altered image, which was shared widely, raised questions about the ethics of manipulating such visuals for comedic purposes. Officials emphasized the importance of free expression

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South Korea probes loss of seized bitcoin in phishing attack

Coinbase lets users borrow up to $1 million against staked ether without selling

Bitcoin and yen hold steady as Japan's inflation eases and BOJ keeps interest rates unchanged

White House Says 'Memes Will Continue' After Allegedly Altering Woman's Arrest Photo