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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OKX and Mastercard Enable Stablecoin Payments for European Cardholders
January 28, 2026

OKX has launched a crypto card in the European Economic Area (EEA) that enables direct stablecoins payments anywhere in the world Mastercard is accepted. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

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Stablecoin Fragmentation Creates New Risks for Businesses
January 27, 2026

No single stablecoin can efficiently serve emerging markets, global trading desks, and U.S. institutions simultaneously. 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,...

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Standard Chartered Says Stablecoins Could Threaten Regional Banks
January 27, 2026

The rise of stablecoins could pose a grave threat to America’s regional banks. 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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Chainalysis Says Crypto Crime Wave Fueled by Chinese Money Laundering
January 27, 2026

Cryptocurrency laundering was an $82 billion problem last year, Bloomberg News reported Tuesday (Jan. 27), citing data from blockchain analysis firm Chainalysis. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional...

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Mesh Looks to Court FinTechs After $1 Billion Valuation
January 27, 2026

Crypto payments network Mesh is planning to expand its network after raising $75 million. 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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Benchmark Analyst Says Crypto Bill Delay Slows Growth of Sector in US
January 26, 2026

The U.S. legislature’s delay in passing crypto market structure legislation is capping the valuation expansions of crypto companies exposed to the U.S. market, CoinDesk reported Monday (Jan. 26), citing Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

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Crypto Crime Hits Record Levels as Nation-States Dodge Sanctions
January 26, 2026

 By most headline measures, 2025 looks like a year where crypto crime exploded. 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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SEC Withdraws Suit Against Crypto Firm Gemini
January 25, 2026

Federal regulators have dropped a lawsuit against cryptocurrency exchange Gemini. 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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UBS Considers Offering Crypto Trading
January 23, 2026

Swiss banking giant UBS reportedly plans to begin offering cryptocurrency trading in response to growing demand from wealthy 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...