Nearly 94% of XRP Holders are in Profit: Has Price Peaked?

Key takeaways: XRP’s rally to $3 has pushed 94% of supply into profit, a level that historically marked macro tops. XRP is in the “belief–denial” zone, onchain metrics show, echoing peaks in 2017 and 2021. XRP’s (XRP) rally to over $3 has pushed nearly 94% of its circulating supply into profit, Glassnode data shows. As…

Story Protocol Co-Founder Jason Zhao Steps Back to Pursue New AI Venture

Jason Zhao, co-founder of intellectual property blockchain project Story Protocol, is stepping away from his full-time role after more than three years of building the platform. Zhao announced via a social media post that he will remain as a strategic adviser while turning his focus to a new AI initiative, Poseidon, which applies artificial intelligence…

How to Pay for Flights with Crypto in the UAE: A Complete Step-by-Step Guide

Key takeaways Airlines and travel agencies, including Emirates, Air Arabia, Travala and Alternative Airlines, now support cryptocurrency payments for bookings, targeting tech-savvy travelers and digital nomads. Travelers can pay with Bitcoin, Ether, stablecoins and other digital assets via checkout or gift cards, depending on the platform. The UAE’s initiatives, such as Dubai’s Virtual Assets Regulatory…

Japan to Approve First Yen-Backed Stablecoin This Fall: Report

Japan’s Financial Services Agency (FSA) is preparing to approve the issuance of yen-denominated stablecoins as early as this fall, marking the first time the country will allow a domestic fiat-pegged digital currency. Tokyo-based fintech firm JPYC will register as a money transfer business within the month and will lead the rollout, Japanese news outlet The…

Ronin Network is Coming Back Home to Ethereum in 2026

Ronin, a purpose-built blockchain for gaming, said it will migrate back to the Ethereum ecosystem as a layer-2 network, making Ronin a general-purpose chain for applications beyond gaming. The blockchain originally spun off from the Ethereum mainnet in 2021 in search of better network speeds and cheaper transaction fees for Axie Infinity, a non-fungible token…

US Treasury Considers Digital ID in DeFi to Curb Illicit Finance

The US Department of the Treasury is seeking public feedback on how digital identity tools and other emerging technologies could be used to fight illicit finance in crypto markets, with one option being embedding identity checks into decentralized finance (DeFi) smart contracts. The consultation, published this week, stems from the newly enacted Guiding and Establishing…

5 Countries Where Crypto Is Tax-Free in 2025 (And Still Legal)

Key takeaways Cayman Islands: No income, capital gains or corporate tax — ideal for crypto traders and funds. UAE: Zero tax on all crypto activity across all emirates, plus strong regulatory clarity. El Salvador: Bitcoin is legal tender with full tax exemption and growing national adoption. Germany: Hold crypto for 12+ months and pay zero…

5 Countries Where Crypto Is Tax-Free in 2025 (And Still Legal)

Key takeaways Cayman Islands: No income, capital gains or corporate tax — ideal for crypto traders and funds. UAE: Zero tax on all crypto activity across all emirates, plus strong regulatory clarity. El Salvador: Bitcoin is legal tender with full tax exemption and growing national adoption. Germany: Hold crypto for 12+ months and pay zero…

US Treasury Considers Digital ID in DeFi to Curb Illicit Finance

The US Department of the Treasury is seeking public feedback on how digital identity tools and other emerging technologies could be used to fight illicit finance in crypto markets, with one option being embedding identity checks into decentralized finance (DeFi) smart contracts. The consultation, published this week, stems from the newly enacted Guiding and Establishing…

Bitcoin and Ethereum ETFs Post ‘Biggest Week Ever’ For Volume

US-based spot Bitcoin and Ether exchange-traded funds (ETFs) just logged their strongest week of combined trading volume yet, according to an ETF analyst. “Biggest week ever for them, thanks to Ether ETFs stepping up big,” ETF analyst Eric Balchunas said in an X post on Friday. Ether ETFs were “asleep” for 11 months, says Balchunas…