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Trusted Editorial content, reviewed by leading industry experts and seasoned editors. Ad Disclosure Institutional investors offloaded a significant amount of Bitcoin and Ethereum last week based on the outflows from crypto funds. Meanwhile, XRP and Solana stood out as they were among the few altcoins that recorded net inflows.  Institutions Dump Bitcoin And Ethereum For XRP And Solana A CoinShares report revealed that Bitcoin and Ethereum funds experienced net outflows of $719 million and $409.4 million, respectively, last week. Meanwhile, XRP and Solana recorded net inflows of $93.1 million and $291 million during the same period, highlighting a notable trend…

Cryptocurrency has transitioned from novelty to functional payment rail in most corners of entertainment – and games are no different. When players demand speedy, low-cost deposits, cross-border settlements, verifiable scarcity of digital goods, and direct ownership of in-game goods, crypto excels. Not all genres are equally well-suited for crypto payments, however. This guest post examines the genres most well-suited for crypto, explains why they are suitable, and outlines how publishers and players can responsibly adopt them.Why Casino-Like Games Benefit The Most From Crypto PaymentsCrypto rails are specifically designed to cater to casino-style games, including slots, online poker, and live-dealer tables. Sites…

The crypto market is again drawing sharp contrasts, with XRP, Avalanche, and  BlockDAG each signaling different paths for investors. The latest XRP price news shows the token climbing 3.57% to $2.89, supported by improved sentiment around Ripple’s regulatory clarity, though it remains capped below resistance at $3. Avalanche, meanwhile, is benefiting from stronger on-chain activity, with rising trading volumes and an AVAX price forecast pointing toward $50 if momentum holds. Yet, both XRP and AVAX still rely heavily on external confirmation: institutional inflows for XRP and network adoption signals for AVAX. By contrast, BlockDAG already blends adoption, capital, and culture. With…

The U.S. government officially shut down at midnight after lawmakers in Congress failed to pass a new funding bill.  While Wall Street dumped in early trading, Bitcoin’s price surged to fresh highs above $118,000. At 12:01 a.m., the funding bill that kept the government running expired, leaving large parts of the federal apparatus shuttered. Social Security recipients, federal workers, and travelers will feel the immediate effects, but markets are already showing signs of stress. Bitcoin has traded sideways in recent months, but key liquidity indicators suggest a breakout may be near. Global M2 growth, stablecoin supply trends, and gold’s rally…

Decentralized exchanges (DEXs) continue to shape the future of crypto. They are not just trading platforms, but ecosystems that reward their earliest and most loyal users. If you’ve been around long enough, you’ll remember how Uniswap’s 2020 airdrop handed out thousands of dollars to traders who had barely touched the platform. Soon after, dYdX cemented the narrative that DEX airdrops can rival or even beat the returns of traditional investments. And more recently, Hyperliquid reminded everyone that trading airdrops are here to stay, delivering major rewards to active users.These examples show one thing: farming DEXs can be highly lucrative.Why DEX…

For node runners, setting up a remote Lightning node to send and receive your own payments has never been easier. Thanks to modern wallets and managed platforms, getting up and running can be low friction, secure and even enjoyable. But the moment you decide to take on the role of routing payments for others — hoping to earn satoshis from fees — the game changes completely. The Hidden Pitfalls of Running a Remote Lightning Node Running a remote Lightning node can be a powerful way to participate in the Bitcoin ecosystem. For the technically inclined, it offers not only a…

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XRP secured a major regulatory breakthrough as the SEC approved custody services for digital assets, and Ripple’s partner Thunes connected its payment system to the SWIFT network, opening access to around 11,000 banks globally. Amazing news, right? It’s not that simple.XRP Gains Momentum With Ripple, SEC Approval, and SWIFT IntegrationSource: Watcher.GuruSEC Clears Path for XRP Custody ServicesOn September 30, 2025, the Securities and Exchange Commission released a no-action letter permitting registered investment advisers (as well as broker-dealers holding XRP in custody). I find that intriguing. Large companies like Coinbase, BitGo, and other custodians have received SEC authorization to store clients…

Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage The XRP price has dropped 2.3% in the last 24 hours to trade at $2.86 as 3.30 a.m. EST amid news that David Schwartz will step down as Rippple’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO). While he will no longer handle day-to-day responsibilities as CTO, Schwartz assured the XRP community that he is not leaving entirely. He intends to stay engaged and continue contributing to the ecosystem, reinforcing his long-standing commitment to Ripple and its community. 🚨JUST IN: CTO of @Ripple – David Schwartz steps back! #XRP pic.twitter.com/GXwZdVSO93 —…

Join Our Telegram channel to stay up to date on breaking news coverage Bitcoin and gold surged on safe-haven demand after the US government shutdown, fueling talk that an Uptober rally is underway. The shutdown began at 12:01 a.m. ET when Congress failed to pass a funding bill, sending investors into traditional and digital stores of value. Bitcoin climbed above $116,000, while gold set its 39th record high this year. Crypto market leader Bitcoin, often seen as a digital store of value, saw its price soar more than 3% to trade at $116,846.22 as of 8:03 a.m. EST, according to…