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Mastercard to Acquire Stablecoin Tech Firm BVNK for Up to $1.8 Billion

Mastercard is set to acquire the stablecoin technology firm BVNK for up to $1.8 billion. This acquisition aims to enhance Mastercard's capabilities in the digital asset space, particularly in facilitating cryptocurrency transactions. BVNK specializes in providing banking and payment solutions for digital currencies. The deal underscores Mastercard's commitment to expanding its offerings in the evolving financial landscape. The acquisition is expected to be finalized in the coming months, pending regulatory approvals.

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Vietnam pushes local crypto exchanges as Hanoi moves to block offshore trading: Reuters

Vietnam is promoting local cryptocurrency exchanges while taking measures to block offshore trading platforms. The government aims to enhance regulatory oversight and protect investors by encouraging the use of domestic exchanges. This initiative comes amid growing concerns over the risks associated with unregulated offshore trading. Authorities are also looking to

Theo Taps Gold Futures for Yield-Bearing Stablecoin Amid $100 Million Raise

Theo has launched a yield-bearing stablecoin that leverages gold futures to generate returns. The initiative is part of a broader fundraising effort, having successfully raised $100 million in its latest funding round. The stablecoin aims to provide a stable investment option while capitalizing on the volatility of gold markets. This

Robinhood’s new venture fund just snapped up stakes in Stripe and ElevenLabs

Robinhood's new venture fund has acquired stakes in Stripe, a leading payment processing platform, and ElevenLabs, a company specializing in AI-generated speech. This move marks Robinhood's expansion beyond its traditional trading platform, aiming to diversify its investment portfolio. The fund's strategy focuses on innovative

Sam Altman's World teams up with Coinbase to prove there is a real person behind every AI transaction

Sam Altman's World has partnered with Coinbase to enhance the transparency of AI transactions by verifying the identity of individuals behind them. This collaboration aims to address concerns about accountability in AI-generated activities by ensuring that each transaction is linked to a real person. The initiative seeks to

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Vietnam pushes local crypto exchanges as Hanoi moves to block offshore trading: Reuters

Theo Taps Gold Futures for Yield-Bearing Stablecoin Amid $100 Million Raise

Robinhood’s new venture fund just snapped up stakes in Stripe and ElevenLabs

Sam Altman's World teams up with Coinbase to prove there is a real person behind every AI transaction