Cryptocurrency

A cryptocurrency is a digital asset designed to work as a medium of exchange that uses strong cryptography to secure financial transactions, control the creation of additional units, and verify the transfer of assets.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

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JPMorgan Chase Freezes Accounts of 2 Stablecoin Companies Doing Business in Venezuela
December 26, 2025

JPMorgan Chase reportedly froze accounts used by stablecoin startups BlindPay and Kontigo because they did business in Venezuela and other places subject to sanctions or other restrictions. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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Crypto Acquisitions and IPOs Surged in 2025, Driven by Trump Administration Policies
December 24, 2025

The number and value of acquisitions and initial public offerings (IPOs) in the cryptocurrency sector surged in 2025, driven by the Trump administration’s favorable stance toward the industry. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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Crypto Loses the Hype but Wins the Banks
December 24, 2025

For cryptocurrency markets, 2025 was a year that went full circle. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

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SEC Says Cryptocurrency Scam Took $14 Million From Retail Investors
December 23, 2025

An investment scam allegedly took $14 million from retail investors by connecting with them on social media and convincing them to fund accounts on fake crypto asset trading platforms. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Crypto Investors Feel Little Optimism Amid 22% Bitcoin Decline
December 23, 2025

The total market capitalization for cryptocurrency has climbed above $3 trillion. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing...

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JPMorgan Weighs Crypto Trading to Expand Digital Asset Presence
December 22, 2025

JPMorganChase is reportedly weighing cryptocurrency trading for its institutional clients. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this...

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Lawmakers Debut Plan to Update Tax Code for Stablecoin Payments
December 21, 2025

American lawmakers are developing a cryptocurrency tax framework that would cover stablecoin payments. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today....

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Crypto Investors Weather ‘Treacherous’ Market as 2025 Closes
December 21, 2025

Cryptocurrency investors began the year in a festive mood, with prices hitting record highs.  Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

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3 Former Executives Involved With FTX Agree to SEC Final Judgments
December 19, 2025

Three former executives involved with bankrupt cryptocurrency exchange FTX have agreed to final judgments from the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC), without denying the commission’s allegations, according to the SEC. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...