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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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Bitfarms Expands Convertible Notes Offering to $500 Million Amid Market Optimism

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/17/2025

Highlights: Bitfarms has launched $500 million convertible notes offering to support operations and expansion plans. Bitfarms’ stock fell after the announcement but remains up over 80% this month. The company plans to use proceeds for general corporate purposes and to […]

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France Approves Lightning Stock Exchange to Launch First Tokenized Equity Market

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/17/2025

Highlights: France has approved Lise as the first tokenized stock exchange to combine trading and settlement on blockchain. Lightning Stock Exchange will help small firms raise funds through fast and secure tokenized public offerings. Institutional investors back France’s plan to […]

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Best Cryptocurrencies to Buy Today, October 17 – Hyperliquid, Ethereum, BNB

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/17/2025

Highlights: Hyperliquid has gained attention as 21Shares files for a 2x leveraged HYPE ETF to boost DeFi market exposure. Ethereum is holding near the $3,850 support as traders watch for a breakout above $4,300 to confirm bullish momentum. BNB is […]

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YZi Labs Invests $50 Million in BPN to Advance Stablecoin Liquidity and CeDeFi Infrastructure

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/16/2025

Highlights: BPN raises $50 million to build stablecoin liquidity pools and expand payment systems. YZi Labs has invested in BPN to lower transaction costs and shorten settlement times. BPN plans to launch a DeFi FX market that will support 20 […]

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Paxos Error Triggers $300 Trillion PYUSD Mint Before Swift Burn Restores Normal Supply

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/16/2025

Highlights: Paxos has fixed a major minting error after accidentally creating 300 trillion PYUSD. The PYUSD Mint incident caused a brief DeFi disruption before Paxos restored normal supply. Regulators and analysts have urged tighter controls after the Paxos error. Stablecoin […]

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Australia to Grant AUSTRAC New Powers to Restrict or Ban Crypto ATMs

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/16/2025

Highlights: AUSTRAC will gain new powers to restrict or ban high-risk financial products in Australia. Crypto ATMs in Australia have grown rapidly, and authorities link them to scams and illicit activity. Industry experts have called for collaboration to monitor suspicious […]

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OCC Grants Conditional Approval to Erebor Bank, Opening Door for Crypto-Linked Financial Services

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/16/2025

Highlights: Erebor Bank has won the approval of the OCC to offer safe crypto banking to its clients. OCC has opened the door for tech-focused banks under strict safety and compliance rules. Erebor aims to rebuild trust in tech finance […]

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Ripple Partners Absa Bank to Launch Institutional Crypto Custody in Africa

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/15/2025

Highlights: Ripple has partnered with Absa Bank to launch secure institutional crypto custody services. Absa Bank will use Ripple technology to store tokenized assets and strengthen Africa’s digital finance ecosystem. Ripple has expanded its stablecoin in Africa as institutional demand […]

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FTX Founder Alleges Biden Administration Targeted Him Over GOP Donations and Crypto Bill Support

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/15/2025

Highlights: FTX founder alleges that the SEC and DOJ worked together to stop his testimony on crypto regulation. Sam Bankman-Fried claims his arrest was political after he supported Republican candidates in 2022. The Congress is investigating the SEC after reports […]

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Japan to Ban Crypto Insider Trading with Fines and Criminal Action

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/15/2025

Highlights: Japan is set to ban crypto insider trading in cryptocurrencies and will impose fines on illegal gains from trades. The rules will strengthen oversight and define which actions count as violations. Japan plans to protect investors and reduce market […]

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Coinbase Invests in CoinDCX to Expand Its Presence in India and the Middle East

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/15/2025

Highlights: Coinbase increases its presence in South Asia through a new partnership with CoinDCX. CoinDCX recovered from a major breach and earned renewed trust from users and international investors. Coinbase invests in CoinDCX as it targets new growth in India […]

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Solana Foundation and Wavebridge Partner to Launch KRW-Pegged Stablecoin for Institutional Use

Crypto News8 months ago

By Austin Mwendia10/14/2025

Highlights: Solana Foundation has partnered with Wavebridge to launch a KRW stablecoin. The partnership plans to build a trusted system linking banks and blockchain networks in South Korea. KRW stablecoins are growing as South Korea prepares new rules for blockchain-based […]