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Changpeng Zhao illustration with Bitcoin and Binance imagery, representing leadership and influence in the global crypto exchange industry.

Why Crypto Still Hasn’t Solved Payments — CZ on What’s Missing, What’s Next, and Where the Industry Is Headed

December 16, 2025 Gonzalo

CZ explains why crypto still hasn’t solved payments, how regulation will unlock adoption, and why product-focused founders will win the next cycle.

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Phantom and Visa Announce New Solana-Powered Debit Card, Now Live in the U.S.

December 15, 2025 Gonzalo

Phantom and Visa launch a Solana-based debit card now available in the U.S., with global rollout coming soon, expanding crypto payments and on-chain spending.

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MetaMask Adds Native Bitcoin Support, Expanding Beyond Ethereum Ecosystem

December 15, 2025 Gonzalo

MetaMask now supports Bitcoin, opening the wallet to millions of BTC users and expanding beyond its Ethereum-first ecosystem in a major multi-chain shift.

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How Smart Money, Token Data, and Market Intelligence Shape Better Crypto Decisions

November 25, 2025 Gonzalo

CryptoRank provides deep token analytics, fundraising data, and market intelligence for traders, funds, and crypto researchers worldwide.

Illustration showing UAE regulations shaping the DeFi sector and the regional crypto regulatory framework.

UAE Central Bank Expands Control Over DeFi, Stablecoins and Web3 Under New Federal Law

November 25, 2025 Gonzalo

The UAE Central Bank now formally regulates DeFi, stablecoins, bridges and Web3 services, requiring licenses and imposing fines of up to $272 million for non-compliance.

Illustration showing OKX relisting Zcash and renewed exchange support for privacy-focused cryptocurrencies.

OKX Relists Zcash for Spot Trading After 2024 Privacy Coin Delistings

November 23, 2025 Gonzalo

OKX will relist Zcash for spot trading on November 24, 2025, marking a notable reversal after removing major privacy coins in early 2024.

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Aztec Launches Ignition Chain as the First Fully Decentralized Layer 2 on Ethereum

November 20, 2025 Gonzalo

Aztec launches Ignition Chain, the first fully decentralized Layer 2 on Ethereum with built-in privacy and its own consensus layer, backed by over 500 validators.

Illustration depicting a tokenized luxury resort in the Maldives using blockchain technology.

Donald Trump to Build Tokenized Luxury Resort in the Maldives

November 17, 2025 Gonzalo

The Trump Organization and Dar Global are launching a tokenized real-estate project in the Maldives, allowing investors to buy digital shares of the future Trump International Hotel Maldives.

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CoinMarketCap and BNB Chain Announce Launch of CMC20 Index Token

November 17, 2025 Gonzalo

CoinMarketCap and BNB Chain unveil CMC20, a new index token tracking the performance of the top 20 cryptocurrencies by market capitalization.

Illustration representing dYdX initiating a token buyback program to support ecosystem value.

dYdX Foundation to Allocate 75% of Protocol Revenue Toward DYDX Token Buybacks

November 12, 2025 Gonzalo

dYdX Foundation to direct 75% of protocol revenue to DYDX buybacks, aiming to strengthen token value and support staking, liquidity, and treasury growth.