Chainlink and LG CNS are partnering on oracle and cross-chain infrastructure aimed at South Korea’s financial institutions; the announcement is a partnership, not a completed nationwide deployment.
Morpho Midnight's growth highlights the increasing demand for fixed-rate DeFi lending, potentially reshaping traditional finance dynamics.
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The lawsuit highlights potential conflicts of interest and constitutional challenges, impacting the competitive landscape of the stablecoin market.
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AI tools can enhance productivity for skilled developers but risk overwhelming maintainers with low-quality submissions from inexperienced users.
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Oracle's $1 billion investment could accelerate cloud adoption, reduce migration costs, and enhance AI capabilities, impacting market dynamics.
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The regulator found no evidence of actual consumer harm, while an accepted €3.25 million penalty still needs High Court confirmation.
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Recent hardware wallet security incidents have renewed debate over whether self-custody is suitable for beginners, as multisig and seedless designs carry their own risks.
HSBC's stablecoin initiative could accelerate digital finance adoption, enhancing transactional efficiency and broadening investment access.
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BlackRock's IBIT led Thursday's net outflows with $254.1 million, while four other funds also witnessed withdrawals.
Futu's BNB transfer feature for Hong Kong pros may enhance crypto market fluidity, potentially attracting more high-net-worth investors.
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Customers in the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal and Austria can now buy crypto on Paybis through a banking app or a payment reference, with no card details needed. The four methods are the first wave of 13 local payment methods Paybis is adding. Riga, Latvia October 23, 2026 — Paybis, a global crypto exchange and payment infrastructure provider, today added four local payment methods for buying crypto in Europe. Customers can now pay with iDEAL in the Netherlands, BLIK in Poland, Multibanco in Portugal and EPS in Austria. Cards and bank transfers remain available, but they are no longer the only options. Four new local payment methods live today: iDEAL, BLIK, Multibanco and EPS. No card details needed: customers confirm payment in their banking app or pay a Multibanco reference. More than 90 cryptocurrencies are available, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and USDC. First wave of 13 local payment methods; Paybis will support more than 30 ways to pay once all are live. Local payment methods at national scale The four methods operate at scale in their home markets. BLIK had 21.6 million active users in Poland at the end of June 2026, according to its operator, Polish Payment Standard. iDEAL processed more than 1.5 billion transactions in 2025 and handled 71% of online purchases in the Netherlands, according to the Dutch Payments Association. The Multibanco network has around 13,000 machines across Portugal, according to SIBS. EPS is offered by more than 11,000 online shops in Austria. Four methods, four markets iDEAL Netherlands Bank selection and confirmation in a banking app Limit per payment: EUR 50,000 BLIK Poland Six-digit code from a banking app Limit per payment: PLN 50,000 Multibanco Portugal Payment reference, paid at an ATM or in a banking app Limit per payment: EUR 5,000 EPS Austria Bank selection and confirmation in online banking Limit per payment: EUR 10,000 Simple crypto, paid locally Each method works the way it does for any other online payment in its market. The customer chooses the method at checkout and confirms the payment through their bank, or pays the Multibanco reference. No card details are needed. The crypto goes to the customer’s Paybis Wallet or to any external wallet address. Customers can choose from more than 90 cryptocurrencies, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana and USDC. “Europe does not pay one way. A customer in Amsterdam reaches for iDEAL, a customer in Warsaw reaches for BLIK, and neither should need a card to buy crypto,” said Innokenty Isers, CEO and Founder of Paybis. “Now customers in the Netherlands, Poland, Portugal and Austria can pay the way they already pay for everything else online. Our philosophy is making crypto easy, and adding local payment methods market by market is how we do that.” What comes next iDEAL, BLIK, Multibanco and EPS are the first of 13 local payment methods Paybis is adding. Bancontact, KBC/CBC Bank and Belfius Pay in Belgium and Bancomat Pay in Italy follow in the next wave. Swish, Przelewy24, Vipps and MobilePay come after that. Once all are live, Paybis will support more than 30 ways to pay. About Paybis Paybis makes crypto simple for individuals and enterprises. Established in 2014, the company combines a trusted crypto exchange and wallet for buying, selling, swapping and holding over 90 cryptocurrencies, with award-winning crypto-fiat infrastructure. That infrastructure lets businesses transfer capital globally without traditional payment friction. In 2026, Paybis was recognized as Best Crypto Payment Provider, a testament to its expansive global reach, rapid onboarding protocols, and the deep expertise of the 200 dedicated professionals who drive its operations. Processing more than $6 billion annually, Paybis is one of the most efficient platforms for acquiring and transacting in digital assets. This commitment to operational excellence is why Paybis maintains one of the highest ratings for crypto companies on Trustpilot, and why 7 million users and hundreds of the world’s fastest-growing enterprises consistently rely on its services. Media contact Paybis Press Office Email: pr@paybis.com
HSBC has launched its Hong Kong dollar-backed RedCoin for payments through PayMe, with wallet activation set to expand to millions of users over the coming days.
The push for updated crypto tax rules highlights the urgent need for regulatory clarity to support innovation and protect investors in the digital economy.
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Malaysia and Thailand are joining Singapore to make cross-border digital payments work more smoothly, bringing three central banks together to develop common rules for regulated stablecoins and tokenized bank deposits. The move could help financial institutions transfer and settle digital money across borders with fewer delays and lower implementation costs. Malaysia and Thailand Join Singapore’s …
Seaport Research Partners’ Jay Goldberg has kept his Sell rating on Nvidia with a $180 price target, about 15% below Thursday’s $212 close, Barron’s reported. Nvidia shares fell 4.4% on Thursday amid renewed doubts over AI spending, then rose 1.3% in premarket trading on Friday. Goldberg said Nvidia should keep posting record sales in the …
Centrifuge's infrastructure could revolutionize asset management by simplifying blockchain fund tokenization, reducing costs, and expanding reach.
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HTX Research, the dedicated research arm of HTX, has published a new report titled Crypto Market Outlook Before and After the 2026 U.S. Midterm Elections. The report finds that while the midterm elections may reshape policy expectations for the next two years, short-term crypto pricing remains governed by inflation, financing costs, and capital flows. Its base case for the period before and immediately after the vote is one of elevated volatility, repeated repricing, and divergence across assets, rather than a sustained rally driven by a single political narrative. The report examines how the upcoming elections may affect the pace of crypto legislation, regulatory oversight, and asset pricing. It covers the current macro and funding environment, policy implications under different congressional outcomes, election sensitivity across major crypto asset categories, conditional market scenarios, and a framework of indicators for monitoring developments from the pre-election period through the first half of 2027. The full report is available at: https://square.htx.com/htx-research-latest-report-crypto-market-outlook-before-and-after-the-2026-u-s-midterm-elections/ *The above content is not an investment advice and does not constitute any offer or solicitation to offer or recommendation of any investment product. About HTX Research HTX Research is the dedicated research arm of HTX Group, responsible for conducting in-depth analyses, producing comprehensive reports, and delivering expert evaluations across a broad spectrum of topics, including cryptocurrency, blockchain technology, and emerging market trends. Committed to providing data-driven insights and strategic foresight, HTX Research plays a pivotal role in shaping industry perspectives and supporting informed decision-making within the digital asset space. Through rigorous research methodologies and cutting-edge analytics, HTX Research remains at the forefront of innovation, driving thought leadership and fostering a deeper understanding of evolving market dynamics. Visit us. Connect with HTX Research Team: research@htx-inc.com
Exploring a SpaceX-Tesla merger could reshape industry landscapes, but regulatory and shareholder hurdles may delay or deter progress.
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The integration of crypto derivatives into traditional finance could reshape investment strategies, intensifying competition among trading venues.
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Bitcoin's cyclical patterns suggest internal market dynamics may outweigh political events, highlighting the asset's unique volatility drivers.
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Polling firm Wedgewood admitted on Oct. 20 that it fabricated most of its election surveys, and VoteHub, one of the aggregators that carried its results, is also the data source for recurring Kalshi contracts. Kalshi's September 2025 regulatory filing names VoteHub as the source agency for those contracts and states that “revisions to the Underlying…
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The Blockchain Association has urged Congress to overhaul US crypto tax rules while the CLARITY Act remains stuck in the Senate. The industry group said current tax requirements for digital assets are hard to follow and need clearer guidance. Its proposals include a tax exemption for small transactions with network fees of $10 or less, …
CME reported record third-quarter revenue of about $1.74 billion on October 21. The results provide a fresh look at a major crypto-derivatives operator, but they do not separately identify crypto revenue or its contribution to the increase.
Chainlink (LINK) has a fresh institutional catalyst, with LG CNS partnering with the blockchain infrastructure provider to advance South Korea’s $68 billion digital asset market. The deal adds weight to Chainlink’s institutional adoption story. But for LINK holders, the immediate question is whether the partnership can help sustain a recovery above key technical levels. LG …
This collaboration could enhance AI safety standards globally, fostering trust and transparency while potentially influencing international AI policies.
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The attacker moved $744,000 in ETH and BNB to Tornado Cash after exploiting Cysic’s bridge to mint 10 million tokens on BNB Smart Chain.
New York wants $1.3 billion from NovaTech's founders, whose platform took in $1.16 billion and traded a fraction of it.
Raffles Family Office's focus on Asia's stablecoin billionaires highlights the growing need for tailored financial services in the digital asset era.
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Robinhood's dual investments in AI coding startups highlight its strategic positioning in a rapidly evolving tech landscape, fostering innovation.
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South Korea's stablecoin regulation may boost cryptocurrency adoption and influence global digital asset policy and market dynamics.
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