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James Morales is CCN’s blockchain and crypto policy reporter. He has been working in the news media since 2020, writing about topics such as payments, banking and financial technology. These days, he likes to explore the latest blockchain innovations and the evolving landscape of global crypto regulation. With an educational background in social anthropology and media studies, James uses his platform as a journalist to explore how new technologies work, why they matter and how they might shape our future.
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As stablecoin remittances gain popularity, Western Union and other incumbent money transfer businesses risk being left behind.
Business
Jun 23, 2025 | 3:10 PM UTC13 mins ago

Stablecoin-Powered Remittances Challenge Western Union’s Turf

Solana co-founder Anatoly Yakovenko has said the blockchain is “not at war with Ethereum.” Instead, his beef is with centralized L2s.
Technology
Jun 23, 2025 | 3:01 PM UTC23 mins ago

Anatoly Yakovenko: Solana’s Fight Is With Centralized Ethereum L2s, Not Ethereum Itself

Many altcoins have failed to attain new heights this cycle, but CZ is confident that "a small number of strong coins" will succeed.
News
Jun 23, 2025 | 9:45 AM UTC6 hours ago

CZ Hints Only Strong Coins Will Survive To Next ATH

Coinbase and Kraken both plan to list tokenized stocks on their respective platforms, resurrecting an idea was once blocked by regulators.
Technology
Jun 21, 2025 | 10:02 AM UTC2 days ago

Coinbase, Kraken Lead Crypto Exchange Push Into Tokenized Stocks

Visa is expanding its stablecoin settlement solution to compete in the burgeoning market for stablecoin-powered payments.
Business
Jun 19, 2025 | 11:36 AM UTC4 days ago

Visa: ‘Every Institution That Moves Money Will Need a Stablecoin Strategy’

U.S. authorities have seized over $225 million in USDT, described by the Secret Service as the largest cryptocurrency seizure in its history.
News
Jun 19, 2025 | 10:01 AM UTC4 days ago

US Recovers $225M in Largest-Ever Crypto Scam Bust Tied To Trafficking Rings in Asia

Having cleared the Senate, House Representatives will now consider the GENIUS Act. They have several options on the table.
Regulation & Policy
Jun 18, 2025 | 2:04 PM UTC5 days ago

GENIUS Act Heads to the House, Here’s What Could Happen Next

As Bitcoin enters the investment mainstream, BBVA’s private bank now recommends a portfolio allocation of between 3% and 7%.
Crypto
Jun 18, 2025 | 9:44 AM UTC5 days ago

BBVA Bitcoin Allocation of 3% ‘Not Taking a Huge Risk’ for Private Clients

Pavel Durov has accused Le Monde of a smear campaign against Telegram after it surveyed readers about their illicit use of the platform.
Business
Jun 17, 2025 | 2:23 PM UTC6 days ago

Pavel Durov Accuses French Media of Smear Campaign as Le Monde Crowdsources Complaints About Telegram

Less than two weeks after Circle's IPO, Ark Invest has taken its first profits, offloading 342,658 shares across three funds.
Business
Jun 17, 2025 | 1:41 PM UTC6 days ago

Ark Invest Trims Circle Stake as Stock Soars Nearly 5x Its IPO Price 

Arthur Hayes has predicted that other stablecoin companies will follow Circle into the public market, but warned about a potential bubble.
News
Jun 17, 2025 | 10:24 AM UTC6 days ago

Arthur Hayes: Stablecoin IPO Gold Rush Could End Badly for Retail Investors

Bitget has partnered with UNICEF  to promote blockchain literacy.
Technology
June 16, 2025 3:20 PM

Bitget and UNICEF To Train Girls in Web3 and Digital Skills

In 2023, the SEC sued the TRON Foundation and Sun for allegedly carrying out unregistered securities offerings.
Business
June 16, 2025 2:41 PM

TRON To Go Public via Reverse Merger as Justin Sun Deepens Trump Ties

While Bitcoin reserves are becoming more commonplace, very few companies invest in other cryptocurrencies.
Business
June 16, 2025 2:02 PM

Hong Kong’s MemeStrategy Buys 2,440 SOL, Sweden’s H100 Group Invests $15M in BTC via Convertible Loan

Vietnam's Digital Technology Industry Law aims to regulate crypto and provide government support for high-tech sectors.
Technology
June 16, 2025 9:53 AM

Vietnam’s Digital Assets Law Offers Subsidies To Build AI and Semiconductor Workforce

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Business
June 14, 2025 10:07 AM

Circle Stock Closes Out First Week of Trading 278% Above IPO Price

Amazon HQ.
News
June 13, 2025 2:01 PM

Big Retail Gets Into Crypto With Amazon and Walmart Exploring Stablecoins

The attackers demanded $20 million in exchange for not releasing the stolen data, but Coinbase refused to comply.
Regulation & Policy
June 13, 2025 11:47 AM

Coinbase Strengthens Its Political Game With Hire From Obama-Era Team

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