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Austin Mwendia is a passionate crypto journalist with three years of experience. He has contributed to various media outlets, covering blockchain technology, market analysis, and financial trends. He is committed to educating readers and expanding the adoption of blockchain and decentralized finance.

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Polygon to Acquire Bitcoin ATM Operator Coinme in Deal Valued Up to $125 Million

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/9/2026

Highlights: Polygon is set to acquire Coinme to expand crypto access through Bitcoin ATMs. Coinme is under regulatory pressure as US authorities tighten rules on crypto kiosks. The deal could give Polygon regulated fiat access, but it adds compliance risk. […]

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South Korea to Launch Bitcoin ETFs Under 2026 Growth Strategy

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/9/2026

Highlights: South Korea plans to launch spot Bitcoin ETFs as part of its plan to bring crypto into regulated financial markets. Lawmakers are working to finalize stablecoin rules and the Digital Asset Act by this month. Courts and regulators now […]

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Best Cryptocurrencies to Buy Today, January 9 – BTC, SOL, XLM

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/9/2026

Highlights: Bitcoin is holding near $90,000 support, but it needs to break above $92,700 to regain strength. Solana is staying strong above $118, and a move past $140 could lead to a push toward $160. Stellar is finding support near […]

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Vietnam Sets January 15 Timeline to License Pilot Crypto Exchanges

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/8/2026

Highlights: Vietnam plans to approve pilot crypto exchanges before January 15 under a tightly controlled sandbox model. Regulators will allow only five firms with strong institutional backing and high capital to enter the first phase. Multiple agencies will jointly monitor […]

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a16z Crypto Backs Babylon with $15M BABY Token Purchase to Expand Native Bitcoin Lending

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/8/2026

Highlights: a16z Crypto has backed Babylon with $15 million to help turn idle Bitcoin into usable onchain collateral. Babylon is shifting from staking to native Bitcoin lending while users keep control of their BTC. The planned Aave rollout in 2026 […]

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Wyoming Releases FRNT Stablecoin for Public Use After Regulatory Delays

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/8/2026

Highlights: Wyoming launched the FRNT Stablecoin as the first state-issued dollar-backed stable token in the United States. The FRNT Stablecoin runs on Solana and supports low-cost payments across several major blockchains. Wyoming plans to return reserve income to public programs […]

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Ethereum Expands Data Capacity with Second Blob Parameter Hard Fork

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/7/2026

Highlights: The blob parameter hard fork lets Ethereum handle more rollup data without putting pressure on the main network. Developers always watch blob targets closely because they show how much the network can safely handle over time. Ethereum will keep […]

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MSCI Delays Index Rule Changes Pending Review of Crypto Treasury Companies

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/7/2026

Highlights: MSCI will keep crypto treasury companies in its indexes until at least February 2026. MSCI delayed index rule changes after investors raised concerns about fairness and volatility. Companies like Strategy will get short-term clarity while MSCI reviews its index […]

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Community Banks Push Congress to Tighten GENIUS Act Rules on Stablecoin Rewards

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/7/2026

Highlights: Community banks warn that stablecoin rewards could reduce deposits used for local loans. Lawmakers are under pressure to clarify the GENIUS Act rules on stablecoin rewards. Crypto groups have disputed bank concerns as Congress reviews crypto market structure rules. […]

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South Korea Weighs Crypto Account Freezes to Block Suspected Market Manipulation

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/6/2026

Highlights: South Korea is considering early payment freezes to stop suspected crypto price manipulation. Regulators want to apply stock-market-style crypto account freezes to improve crypto market enforcement. The second-phase crypto laws may expand powers to block transfers beyond exchanges and […]

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TD Cowen Warns Crypto Market Structure Bill Could Slip to 2027 Amid Political Gridlock

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/6/2026

Highlights: The crypto market structure bill could be delayed until 2027 as US political incentives favor waiting. Disputes over conflict-of-interest rules for senior officials continue to block progress on the bill. Senate vote math allows Democrats to slow the bill […]

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Coinbase Shares Jump 8% After Goldman Sachs Upgrades Stock to Buy

Crypto News7 months ago

By Austin Mwendia1/6/2026

Highlights: Coinbase shares have jumped after Goldman Sachs upgraded the stock and lifted its price target. Coinbase is reducing reliance on trading by expanding stablecoin infrastructure services and prediction markets. Goldman expects wider crypto adoption by 2026 but warns regulatory […]