#crypto adoption

Highlights: Panama City approves crypto payments for municipal taxes and fees. The city will convert crypto payments to USD through a bank partnership. The new system enhances financial transparency and modernizes Panama’s payment infrastructure. The city of Panama has made […]

Highlights: The Oklahoma Senate has rejected the Bitcoin reserve bill with a narrow 6–5 vote. The bill would have allowed up to 10% of state funds to be invested in Bitcoin and other large digital assets. Other states, like Texas […]

Highlights: A New York bill allows crypto payments for public charges, including taxes. State agencies may charge fees to process crypto payments. The bill reflects rising government interest in digital assets. There is currently a new bill in New York […]

Highlights: Itaú Unibanco is considering launching a stablecoin pegged to the Brazilian real. U.S. regulatory shifts influence Brazil’s approach to stablecoin development. Itaú is waiting for clearer regulations in Brazil before proceeding with stablecoin plans. Itaú Unibanco, a multinational bank […]

Highlights: Kentucky signs the Bitcoin Rights bill, ensuring crypto users’ self-custody rights. The law protects mining rights, preventing discriminatory zoning changes. Kentucky reviews the Bitcoin Reserve bill, aiming to allocate state funds to digital assets. The Governor of Kentucky, Andy […]

Highlights: Texas plans to invest $250 million in Bitcoin and to allow local governments to invest up to $10 million. HB 4258 limits investment, while SB 778 allows tax payments in Bitcoin and stops selling for five years. Texas and […]

Highlights: New Hampshire is moving closer to passing its Bitcoin bill after it passed a key House committee vote. Several states are supporting the bills, which are in different stages of evaluation. The bill will move to a full House […]

Highlights: Ripple funds the National Cryptocurrency Association with a $50 million grant for crypto education. A survey finds that 81% of U.S. crypto holders seek more knowledge on digital assets. The NCA will provide clear resources to support responsible crypto […]

Highlights: Israel is planning to launch a CBDC, but it has not decided when it will launch. The digital shekel will offer faster payments and privacy than current options. A final decision will be made after public discussions and submissions […]

Highlights: Avalanche Card enables direct crypto payments through Visa’s global network. The card supports AVAX, wAVAX, USDT, and USDC without conversion. The initiative focuses on financial access in LATAM, Africa, and Southeast Asia. The Avalanche Foundation, in partnership with Rain, […]

Highlights: Circle’s USDC and EURC are the first stablecoins approved for use in the Dubai International Financial Centre. Over 600 DIFC firms can now use USDC and EURC for payments and financial operations. Circle remains the only stablecoin issuer compliant […]

Highlights: New York proposes a 17-member crypto task force to study regulations and tax impact. The task force will prioritize examining how New York’s crypto regulations compare to those of other states. The task force will assess mining’s energy use […]