OnePay, the fintech venture majority-owned by Walmart, will soon allow its customers to buy, sell and hold bitcoin directly in its mobile app. This access will help bring bitcoin access to mainstream U.S. retail consumers.

According to CNBC reporting, OnePay plans to launch the service later this year in partnership with crypto infrastructure firm Zerohash. 

Founded in 2021 by Walmart and Ribbit Capital, OnePay has steadily built out an “everything app” for digital finance, offering savings accounts, cards, buy now–pay later services, and even wireless plans. 

By adding bitcoin custody and trading, the firm jumps on the bitcoin boat alongside other U.S. fintech…

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Four years ago, in a building in the former industrial heart of Prague, Eric Sirion sat at his computer with freshly written code and a simple mission: buy a cup of coffee with Bitcoin.

The place was Paralelní Polis, during the annual Hackers Congress — a fitting venue for an experiment in digital freedom. This was not the first time Bitcoin had been used to buy coffee, but this time was different. After a few false starts, the transaction finally went through, and history was made. It was the world’s first purchase using ecash on Bitcoin — specifically, the Fedimint ecash protocol, a Chaumian ecash system built on top of Bitcoin.

Eric marked the moment with a tweet, and what…

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The global stablecoin market has soared past $300 billion for the first time in history, signaling a landmark moment for digital finance and crypto adoption. Data from DeFi Llama shows the market cap hit $301.59 billion on October 3, fueled by the growing dominance of USD-pegged tokens and rising acceptance among banks and regulators worldwide.

Tether’s USDT leads the surge with a commanding 58% share, holding a market cap of $176.24 billion. Circle’s USDC follows at $74 billion, while Ethena’s USDe takes third with $14.8 billion. Ethereum remains the primary network for stablecoin circulation at $171.2 billion, with Tron hosting $76.7 billion. Monthly transfer volumes remain strong, reaching $3.27 trillion despite a slight dip from last month.

New opportunities are also emerging as euro- and local currency-backed tokens gain traction in Europe and Asia under fresh regulatory frameworks. Singapore recently outpaced Hong Kong by launching its own local stablecoin, XSGD, highlighting the growing push for diversified fiat-pegged assets beyond the dollar.

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Bitcoin surged past $121,000 today, pushing towards its all-time high as the fourth quarter of 2025 kicked off with renewed momentum for Bitcoin.

The rally follows a strong September finish, when Bitcoin gained about 5% to close around $114,000 — a performance that somewhat defied Bitcoin’s reputation for seasonal weakness. 

Historically, when September has ended in the green, Bitcoin has often gone on to post outsized fourth-quarter gains. Data from Bitcoin Magazine Pro shows that in years such as 2015, 2016, 2023, and 2024, fourth-quarter rallies averaged more than 50%.

That seasonal trend has already earned October the nickname “Uptober” among traders. Since 2015,…

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Franklin Templeton’s spot Solana ETF has officially been listed on the Depository Trust & Clearing Corporation (DTCC) under the ticker SOEZ, marking a major step toward its entry into US markets. The listing signals institutional readiness and highlights Solana’s growing integration into mainstream finance.

The DTCC, a key player in clearing and settlement, has been advancing infrastructure upgrades such as the T+1 settlement cycle, designed to accommodate faster and more innovative financial products. These improvements strengthen the foundation for blockchain-related ETFs, making them more accessible to both retail and institutional investors.

Several other Solana-based ETFs have recently joined the DTCC lineup, including offerings from CoinShares, 21Shares, and Fidelity. Franklin Templeton’s move reinforces the momentum behind Solana as one of the most promising blockchain networks gaining acceptance in traditional finance. The listing is seen as a positive step for broader crypto adoption across regulated markets.

Yesterday, two members of the New York State (NYS) Senate introduced Senate Bill 8518 (S8518), which imposes excise taxes on digital asset mining using the proof-of-work consensus mechanism, making it even more difficult than it already is for bitcoin miners to operate in the state.

NEW: New York introduces anti-bitcoin mining bill

S8518 would impose an excise tax on proof-of-work mining, to fund low income utilities affordability programs. pic.twitter.com/Yw5TguNkGv

— Bitcoin Laws (@Bitcoin_Laws) October 2, 2025

S8518, which was co-sponsored by Liz Krueger (D) and Andrew Gounardes (D), stipulates that bitcoin and digital asset miners in the state will pay increased taxes…

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It’s been over five years since the U.S. government issued its first $1,200 COVID-19 stimulus checks. For many Americans, the money was used for bills, groceries, or other necessities.

But if you invested those funds into Bitcoin and held on without selling, you’d now be sitting on a sum worth roughly $21,617 today — a staggering 1,701% gain.

This figure is based on the initial handout provided under the Coronavirus Aid, Relief, and Economic Security (CARES) Act. Had you invested your $1,200 on April 15, 2020, when Bitcoin was trading around $6,642, you would have acquired about 0.18 BTC. 

Today, with Bitcoin price surpassing $120,000, that same holding has grown…

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CME Group, the world’s largest derivatives marketplace, will begin offering round-the-clock trading for cryptocurrency futures and options starting in early 2026, pending regulatory approval. The move comes in response to rising demand from market participants who want continuous access to manage risk across global time zones.

Tim McCourt, Global Head of Equities, FX and Alternative Products at CME Group, highlighted that client demand for 24/7 crypto trading has surged, making it vital for regulated markets to remain accessible at all times. The new system will operate on CME Globex, with only a brief two-hour weekly maintenance period, while weekend and holiday trades will be cleared and settled on the next business day.

The decision follows record growth in CME’s crypto products throughout 2025. Highlights include a record $39 billion in open interest, average daily volumes up 230% year over year, and more than 1,000 large open interest holders. This expansion marks a significant step in integrating digital assets into mainstream financial markets.

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Bitcoin could be undervalued compared to gold, according to new research from JPMorgan, which says the world’s largest cryptocurrency has “significant upside” if the so-called “debasement trade” continues to gather momentum.

The bank’s analysts estimate bitcoin could climb as high as $165,000 — roughly 40% above current levels — based on volatility-adjusted comparisons with gold. The calculation reflects the amount of capital needed to hold bitcoin versus gold and comes at a time when demand for both assets is surging.

“The steep rise in the gold price over the past month has made bitcoin more attractive to investors relative to gold, especially as the…

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Bitcoin climbed above $119,000 on Thursday, bucking a broader market downturn as investors sought safety following the U.S. government’s shutdown.

Bitcoin traded at highs of $119, 890 in morning trading, even as Wall Street stocks slid on political dysfunction in Washington. Lawmakers failed to secure enough votes late Tuesday to keep the government funded, triggering a shutdown at midnight. 

The standoff pits Democrats, led by Senate Majority Leader Chuck Schumer and House Minority Leader Hakeem Jeffries, against Republicans aligned with President Donald Trump, who has threatened benefit cuts if no deal is reached.

Bitcoin closed September up 5% at around $114,000,…

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