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Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

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Openeden Partners With BNY Investments to Launch Tokenized Credit Product

Openeden launched HYBOND, a tokenized product providing onchain access to a BNY-managed high-yield bond strategy, expanding institutional-grade fixed income options.

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Unlocking the $10 Trillion Opportunity Hidden Behind the New Rules of Tokenization

Tokenization is transforming asset management and trading, with projections of up to $10 trillion in digital representation of real-world assets by the decade's end.

Linux Foundation and Coinbase Launch x402 Foundation for AI Agents

The Linux Foundation launched the x402 Foundation to establish an open protocol for seamless internet-native payments.

French Aerospace Manufacturer ST Group to List on Blockchain-Powered Lise Exchange for SME Financing

ST Group will list on the blockchain-based Lise exchange to enhance production capacity and meet high order volumes.

5 hours ago

REAL and Redstone Collaborate to Enhance Data Integrity for Tokenized Assets

REAL partners with Redstone to enhance data transparency and risk intelligence in its ecosystem for tokenized assets.

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Multi-Hop Transactions in Crypto. The Compliance Risk Behind Indirect Exposure

Public blockchains present compliance challenges due to multi-hop transactions, complicating the tracking of funds and enforcement of regulations.

Kraken User Loses $18.2M in Crypto Social Engineering Attack as Funds Move via Thorchain: ZachXBT

A coordinated theft involved phishing tactics, rapid asset transfers, and laundering of approximately $1.8 million in ether through decentralized protocols.

Ripple Expands Cross-Border Payments With Faster, Reliable Settlements in Convera Collaboration

Rising demand for efficient international settlements is driving blockchain-based payment models, exemplified by Ripple and Convera's partnership for crypto-enabled solutions.

1 hour ago

French Aerospace Manufacturer ST Group to List on Blockchain-Powered Lise Exchange for SME Financing

ST Group will list on the blockchain-based Lise exchange to enhance production capacity and meet high order volumes.

5 hours ago

REAL and Redstone Collaborate to Enhance Data Integrity for Tokenized Assets

REAL partners with Redstone to enhance data transparency and risk intelligence in its ecosystem for tokenized assets.

fromTNW | Blockchain

Multi-Hop Transactions in Crypto. The Compliance Risk Behind Indirect Exposure

Public blockchains present compliance challenges due to multi-hop transactions, complicating the tracking of funds and enforcement of regulations.

Kraken User Loses $18.2M in Crypto Social Engineering Attack as Funds Move via Thorchain: ZachXBT

A coordinated theft involved phishing tactics, rapid asset transfers, and laundering of approximately $1.8 million in ether through decentralized protocols.

Ripple Expands Cross-Border Payments With Faster, Reliable Settlements in Convera Collaboration

Rising demand for efficient international settlements is driving blockchain-based payment models, exemplified by Ripple and Convera's partnership for crypto-enabled solutions.

Ripple Expands RLUSD Access in South Korea With Coinone Listing

Ripple expands RLUSD into South Korea, enabling direct KRW access on Coinone, enhancing stablecoin adoption and liquidity in regulated markets.

19 hours ago

XRP News: Could Ripple's New Deal With a $190 Billion Payments Giant Help XRP Price Recovery?

Convera partners with Ripple to use stablecoins for cross-border payments, marking a significant integration of Ripple's technology in a large payment network.

XRP Price: Ripple's CEO Just Revealed a $13 Trillion Opportunity - But Will XRP Actually Benefit?

Ripple's strong position highlights a $13 trillion opportunity in finance, with potential for blockchain to revolutionize payment processing.

8 hours ago

Ripple Expands RLUSD Access in South Korea With Coinone Listing

Ripple expands RLUSD into South Korea, enabling direct KRW access on Coinone, enhancing stablecoin adoption and liquidity in regulated markets.

19 hours ago

XRP News: Could Ripple's New Deal With a $190 Billion Payments Giant Help XRP Price Recovery?

Convera partners with Ripple to use stablecoins for cross-border payments, marking a significant integration of Ripple's technology in a large payment network.

XRP Price: Ripple's CEO Just Revealed a $13 Trillion Opportunity - But Will XRP Actually Benefit?

Ripple's strong position highlights a $13 trillion opportunity in finance, with potential for blockchain to revolutionize payment processing.

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7 hours ago

US Attorney Connecticut Forfeits $600,000 in Tether Linked to Ledger Phishing Letter

The victim, identified in court documents only as T.M., received an unsolicited letter at their home address in September 2025. The letter appeared to come from Ledger Security and Compliance and instructed the recipient to complete a mandatory security review of their Ledger hardware wallet.

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Morgan Stanley Signals Bitcoin ETF Near Launch With Amendment 4 Update

Morgan Stanley is nearing the launch of a bitcoin ETF, signaling potential approval and increased competition among major issuers.

BlackRock Files Ticker For Bitcoin Premium Income ETF As Bitcoin Strategy Expands

BlackRock is launching a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, trading under $BITA, combining BTC exposure with income-generating options.

Morgan Stanley Signals Bitcoin ETF Near Launch With Amendment 4 Update

Morgan Stanley is nearing the launch of a bitcoin ETF, signaling potential approval and increased competition among major issuers.

BlackRock Files Ticker For Bitcoin Premium Income ETF As Bitcoin Strategy Expands

BlackRock is launching a Bitcoin Premium Income ETF, trading under $BITA, combining BTC exposure with income-generating options.

Bitcoin's Price Drifts Below Key Levels as Sellers Keep Pressure

Bitcoin is consolidating in a downtrend, failing to reclaim resistance near $69,000, with sellers in control despite attempts at recovery.

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Bitcoin ETFs Extend Inflows With $118 Million as Ether Adds $31 Million

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Trump's Stone Age' Rhetoric Triggers $440M Crypto Wipeout as Bitcoin Slips Below $66,000

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Outflows Return for Bitcoin ETFs With $174 Million Exit

Bitcoin Treasury Companies Are Dumping Their Bitcoin

Public companies and sovereign entities are selling bitcoin to address liquidity needs and operational priorities, marking a shift from previous accumulation trends.

Bitcoin Price Slides Toward $66k As Market Waits On Iran

Bitcoin price fell nearly 4% after Trump's remarks on Iran, raising concerns about testing lower support levels amid geopolitical stress.

Bitcoin's Price Drifts Below Key Levels as Sellers Keep Pressure

Bitcoin is consolidating in a downtrend, failing to reclaim resistance near $69,000, with sellers in control despite attempts at recovery.

Bitcoin ETFs Extend Inflows With $118 Million as Ether Adds $31 Million

Bitcoin and ether ETFs experienced significant inflows, indicating a recovery in market interest, while XRP and solana ETFs showed declining activity.

13 hours ago

Trump's Stone Age' Rhetoric Triggers $440M Crypto Wipeout as Bitcoin Slips Below $66,000

Bitcoin's value fell below $66,000 due to Trump's aggressive rhetoric on Iran, marking a critical support level for the cryptocurrency.

12 hours ago

Outflows Return for Bitcoin ETFs With $174 Million Exit

Bitcoin ETFs experienced significant outflows, erasing previous gains and reflecting fragile market sentiment.

Bitcoin Treasury Companies Are Dumping Their Bitcoin

Public companies and sovereign entities are selling bitcoin to address liquidity needs and operational priorities, marking a shift from previous accumulation trends.

Bitcoin Price Slides Toward $66k As Market Waits On Iran

Bitcoin price fell nearly 4% after Trump's remarks on Iran, raising concerns about testing lower support levels amid geopolitical stress.

Circle Reveals Wrapped Bitcoin Product With Real-Time Onchain Reserve Verification

Circle launched cirBTC, a wrapped bitcoin token fully backed by native BTC, aimed at providing institutional users with verifiable onchain exposure.

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XRP Adoption Expands as Ripple Embeds Digital Asset Capabilities Directly into Enterprise Treasury Platforms

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XRP Slides Deeper Into Danger Zone as Market Weakness Accelerates Despite Ripple Strength

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XRP Price: XRP Just Posted Its Worst Quarter in 8 Years - Can the CLARITY Act Turn Things Around in April?

22 hours ago

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XRP Holders Are Pulling XRP Off Exchanges at the Fastest Rate Since 2024: What's Going On?

XRP Price: April Has Been XRP's Best Month Historically - Can It Deliver Again in 2026?

XRP has experienced six consecutive months of decline, currently priced at $1.31, approaching critical support at $1.28.

XRP Price Prediction: What Happens to XRP If Oil Stays Above $100 and the Fed Doesn't Cut?

XRP's price struggles despite strong fundamentals due to macroeconomic pressures and high oil prices.

XRP Adoption Expands as Ripple Embeds Digital Asset Capabilities Directly into Enterprise Treasury Platforms

XRP is integrated into treasury systems, enhancing real-time liquidity management for corporate cash operations.

XRP Slides Deeper Into Danger Zone as Market Weakness Accelerates Despite Ripple Strength

XRP is experiencing a sustained downtrend with increasing selling pressure and weakened support levels.

XRP Price: XRP Just Posted Its Worst Quarter in 8 Years - Can the CLARITY Act Turn Things Around in April?

XRP experienced a significant decline in Q1 2026, dropping 27.1% despite strong fundamentals and potential catalysts for recovery.

22 hours ago

XRP Holders Are Pulling XRP Off Exchanges at the Fastest Rate Since 2024: What's Going On?

XRP price has fallen 64% despite significant outflows from exchanges, indicating a supply squeeze is not affecting price as expected.

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XRP Price: April Has Been XRP's Best Month Historically - Can It Deliver Again in 2026?

XRP Price Prediction: What Happens to XRP If Oil Stays Above $100 and the Fed Doesn't Cut?

XRP's price struggles despite strong fundamentals due to macroeconomic pressures and high oil prices.

SoFi Technologies Launches First National Bank Enterprise Crypto and Stablecoin Platform

SoFi Technologies launched SoFi Big Business Banking, enabling enterprises to manage fiat and crypto transactions 24/7 from a single nationally chartered bank.

23 hours ago

Bitget Brings Crypto Into Everyday Spending With APAC Launch of Bitget Card

Bitget launched a card enabling seamless crypto-to-fiat transactions for everyday spending in APAC markets, enhancing financial integration and user experience.

12 hours ago

XRP News: Ripple Treasury Just Went Onchain - Could This Be the Missing Link Between Ripple's Infrastructure and XRP?

Ripple Treasury launched native digital asset capabilities, allowing CFOs to manage XRP alongside cash in a unified dashboard.

Australia Mandates Financial Services Licenses for All Local Cryptocurrency Exchanges

Australia mandates cryptocurrency exchanges and custodians to obtain financial services licenses to enhance transparency and investor safety.

Wall Street Firms And Crypto Companies To Review Market Structure Proposals

Crypto and banking representatives are reviewing a revised stablecoin yield proposal to resolve regulatory issues surrounding yield-bearing products.

US Treasury Seeks Industry Input as Stablecoin Regulation Enters Federal Rulemaking Phase

U.S. Treasury proposes new stablecoin regulation framework under the GENIUS Act, seeking public input on state and federal oversight alignment.

Wall Street Firms And Crypto Companies To Review Market Structure Proposals

Crypto and banking representatives are reviewing a revised stablecoin yield proposal to resolve regulatory issues surrounding yield-bearing products.

US Treasury Seeks Industry Input as Stablecoin Regulation Enters Federal Rulemaking Phase

U.S. Treasury proposes new stablecoin regulation framework under the GENIUS Act, seeking public input on state and federal oversight alignment.

Gen Z millionaires are rushing into crypto-and they blame the risky bet on FOMO. Fear of missing out | Fortune

Wealthy Gen Z and Millennials are increasingly investing in cryptocurrency, driven by FOMO, despite significant volatility and risks.

Luxor Ships Commander Software to Optimize Bitcoin Mining Fleet Profitability

Luxor Technology Corporation launched Commander, a fleet management platform for bitcoin mining, enhancing profitability and operational efficiency.

Luxor Launches 'Commander' Fleet Management Software

Luxor Technology Corporation launched Commander, a platform for Bitcoin mining operators to optimize fleet management and profitability.

22 hours ago

Luxor Ships Commander Software to Optimize Bitcoin Mining Fleet Profitability

Luxor Technology Corporation launched Commander, a fleet management platform for bitcoin mining, enhancing profitability and operational efficiency.

Luxor Launches 'Commander' Fleet Management Software

Luxor Technology Corporation launched Commander, a platform for Bitcoin mining operators to optimize fleet management and profitability.

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TikTok wants to provide financial services in Brazil

TikTok is seeking financial services approval in Brazil to enhance in-app shopping and user engagement.

11 hours ago

MARA Conducts Ongoing Layoffs Following $1.1B Bitcoin Sale And Debt Reduction Push

MARA Holdings has begun a series of company-wide layoffs affecting multiple departments, marking the latest shift in the firm's broader restructuring strategy.

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Central Bank of Nigeria Selects Six Entities for New Virtual Asset Pilot

The Central Bank of Nigeria has launched a pilot program for AML and CFT compliance among selected crypto and fintech firms.

Coinbase Receives OCC Nod To Form National Trust Company

Coinbase received conditional approval to establish Coinbase National Trust Company, enhancing its federally supervised custody operations without becoming a commercial bank.

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.

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21 hours ago

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Fake or real, the "inside traders" on Polymarket are great engagement bait

fromFortune

19 hours ago

Prediction markets caught insider traders in real time. Congress wants to shut them down anyway | Fortune

Prediction markets expose insider trading issues, offering transparency through blockchain technology, and should not be banned by legislation.

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21 hours ago

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Fake or real, the "inside traders" on Polymarket are great engagement bait

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Blackrock's Bitcoin Premium Income ETF Edges Closer to Market as SEC Amendment Reveals BITA Ticker

Blackrock is launching a bitcoin-linked ETF that combines price exposure with income generation through options strategies.

FBI Sting Operation Exposes Crypto Price Rigging Network as 10 Foreign Nationals Charged, Over $1M Seized

Federal crackdown reveals a network of alleged crypto price manipulation, highlighting increased enforcement risks for digital asset firms.

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Warren Presses Commerce Department Over Bitmain Security Risks and Trump-Linked Crypto Ties

Heightened scrutiny over crypto supply chains involves concerns about foreign influence and infrastructure vulnerabilities linked to Bitmain and Eric Trump's ventures.

FBI Sting Operation Exposes Crypto Price Rigging Network as 10 Foreign Nationals Charged, Over $1M Seized

Federal crackdown reveals a network of alleged crypto price manipulation, highlighting increased enforcement risks for digital asset firms.

3 days ago

Warren Presses Commerce Department Over Bitmain Security Risks and Trump-Linked Crypto Ties

Heightened scrutiny over crypto supply chains involves concerns about foreign influence and infrastructure vulnerabilities linked to Bitmain and Eric Trump's ventures.

Keyrock Secures $1.1B Valuation After Ripple Support and SC Ventures Funding Drive Expansion

Keyrock's $1.1 billion valuation indicates increasing institutional confidence in crypto infrastructure and services.

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Meta's 2026 Stablecoin Plan: Why It's Partnering, Not Issuing

Meta plans to introduce dollar-linked stablecoin payments across its platforms in late 2026, integrating existing stablecoins instead of issuing its own currency.

Cango Secures $75M in Fresh Capital to Expand Ecohash AI Computing Platform

Cango Inc. raised $75 million to pivot towards AI and energy infrastructure, despite a significant net loss in 2025 from bitcoin mining operations.

Charles Schwab-Backed EDX Markets Applies for National Trust Bank Charter With OCC

EDX Markets seeks OCC approval to establish EDX Trust as a national trust bank for institutional digital asset services in Chicago.

World Unveils New Toolkit, Expands Developer Program With World Build 3

World's Minikit 2.0 allows developers to convert web apps into Mini Apps with minimal code changes, enhancing compatibility and user experience.

Interactive Brokers Launches Crypto Trading for Individual Investors in Europe

Interactive Brokers enables EEA investors to trade 11 major cryptocurrencies alongside traditional assets on a single platform.

Digital Asset Firm Coinshares Lists on Nasdaq After $1.2 Billion Vine Hill Combination

Coinshares began trading on Nasdaq under CSHR after a $1.2 billion business combination, solidifying its position as a leading digital asset manager.

CFTC Finalizes Settlement With Former FTX Engineer, Imposes $3.7M Disgorgement

CFTC finalizes case against former FTX executive, imposing penalties and bans while emphasizing cooperation in crypto fraud investigations.

Franklin Templeton Acquires 250 Digital to Launch Franklin Crypto Institutional Unit

Franklin Templeton acquires 250 Digital to enhance its digital asset management capabilities and attract institutional clients.

Franklin Templeton Acquires CoinFund Spinoff For Crypto Push

Franklin Templeton acquires 250 Digital to enhance its digital asset strategy and establish a dedicated institutional crypto division.

Franklin Templeton Acquires 250 Digital to Launch Franklin Crypto Institutional Unit

Franklin Templeton acquires 250 Digital to enhance its digital asset management capabilities and attract institutional clients.

Franklin Templeton Acquires CoinFund Spinoff For Crypto Push

Franklin Templeton acquires 250 Digital to enhance its digital asset strategy and establish a dedicated institutional crypto division.

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U.S. Treasury Launches First GENIUS Act Rulemaking Proposal

The U.S. Treasury has initiated the implementation of the GENIUS Act, focusing on stablecoin regulation and state-level oversight.

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Former a16z crypto investor raises $10 million to launch stablecoin clearinghouse Better Money | Fortune

Stablecoins are gaining traction, prompting new startups like The Better Money Company to emerge in a competitive market.

U.S. Treasury Launches First GENIUS Act Rulemaking Proposal

The U.S. Treasury has initiated the implementation of the GENIUS Act, focusing on stablecoin regulation and state-level oversight.

fromFortune

Former a16z crypto investor raises $10 million to launch stablecoin clearinghouse Better Money | Fortune

Stablecoins are gaining traction, prompting new startups like The Better Money Company to emerge in a competitive market.

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Bitget Expands Agent Hub Ecosystem Through MuleRun Partnership to Advance Agentic Trading

The collaboration marks a new milestone in AI-driven trading infrastructure as professional-level financial intelligence becomes more accessible to mainstream users.

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XRP News: SWIFT Names 30 Ripple-Connected Banks in Its New Payment Framework

SWIFT's new payments scheme is described as the biggest step forward for cross-border retail payments in the network's history, with over 50 banks signed up to participate.

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fromTechCrunch

De-fi platform Drift suspends deposits and withdrawals after millions in crypto stolen in hack | TechCrunch

Drift has suspended withdrawals and deposits due to a significant security incident involving a potential theft of up to $285 million.

Gold Hasn't Delivered During the Iran Crisis. What Investors Should Consider Instead

Gold's recent underperformance amid geopolitical tensions raises questions about its reliability as a safe haven investment.

Citadel-Backed Exchange Applies For US Trust Bank Charter

EDX Markets applied for a national trust bank charter to integrate digital assets with the US banking system.

Flexa Retires SPEDN After 7 Years, Shifts to Scalable Crypto Payment Infrastructure

Flexa's SPEDN application has been shut down after seven years, marking a shift towards integrating digital asset transactions into existing payment systems.

Bitgo Debuts Unified Digital Asset Financing Platform for Institutional Borrowing

Bitgo Prime launched an integrated financing platform for institutions, consolidating borrowing, lending, and collateral management into a single workflow.

Altcoins Reclaim $1 Trillion Threshold Following Trump's Middle East Update

Altcoins surged following U.S. combat operation updates, with Ethereum leading the rally and total market cap surpassing $1 trillion for the first time since March.

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How Paze is betting bank trust can crack the digital wallet market - Tearsheet

I'm the general manager of Paze, one of the business units of Early Warning Services. The mandate is really to take Paze and bring this new payment checkout system to the masses - both on the consumer side and on the merchant side - really making sure that our goal of becoming one of the top three wallets for checkout in the next five years becomes reality.

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Interactive Brokers Adds Bitcoin Trading In European Economic Area

Interactive Brokers has launched crypto trading for retail investors in the EEA, offering access to 11 digital assets within a unified platform.

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Cash App launches 'buy now, pay later' feature for P2P pay transfers | TechCrunch

Cash App introduces a deferred payment feature allowing users to pay for transfers over time with a 7.5% fee.

Genius Group (GNS) Dumps All Bitcoin Holdings To Clear Debt

Genius Group sold all Bitcoin reserves to repay $8.5 million in debt, shifting focus to education technology and future Bitcoin accumulation.

fromSecurityWeek

US Charges Uranium Crypto Exchange Hacker

Jonathan Spalletta was charged with hacking Uranium Finance, stealing over $53 million, and laundering the funds through various transactions.

Bitfarms (BITF) Started Selling All Of Its Bitcoin

Bitfarms is selling its bitcoin holdings to focus on AI infrastructure, marking a significant shift in its business strategy.

Crypto News: FTX Is Releasing $2.2 Billion to Creditors - Here's What It Could Mean for Bitcoin and XRP

FTX Recovery Trust will distribute $2.2 billion to creditors, totaling approximately $10 billion returned since recovery began in 2025.

Bhutan Transfers 375 BTC in Latest Sovereign Bitcoin Drawdown

Bhutan's DHI executed significant bitcoin transfers, totaling over 1,018 BTC in March 2026, primarily for funding the Gelephu Mindfulness City project.

Google's Quantum Advances Bring Bitcoin Security Debate Into Focus

Breaking elliptic curve cryptography may require fewer quantum resources than previously thought, raising urgency in the crypto industry.

TRON Expands Enterprise Access to TRX and TRC-20 USDT

TRON DAO expands enterprise access to its network through integration with zerohash, enhancing digital asset utilization and compliance in regulated environments.

Mercado Libre Ends Mercado Coin Program, Cites No Official Reason

Mercado Libre is discontinuing its mercado coin program while maintaining its involvement in crypto through other services and assets.