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Coinbase has unveiled a new system, Payments MCP (Model Context Protocol), enabling large language models (LLMs) such as Claude and Gemini to interact directly with crypto wallets, on-ramps, and payments, using natural language commands.The development allows AI agents to autonomously execute financial actions, like sending payments, depositing fiat, and managing wallets, without the need for custom APIs or complex developer integrations. It is also part of Coinbase’s broader strategy in “agentic commerce.” The system is tied to the x402 initiative, a protocol backed by Coinbase and Cloudflare, which aims to standardize payments for AI systems.What is Payments MCP?Payments MCP is a…

Some of Bitcoin’s biggest holders, popularly known as whales, are quietly moving billions of dollars’ worth of coins into spot exchange-traded funds (ETFs).On Oct. 21, Bloomberg reported that these whales executed roughly $3 billion in in-kind transfers through BlackRock’s iShares Bitcoin Trust (IBIT). Instead of selling, they handed their Bitcoin to the ETF in exchange for fund shares, a process known as custom creation.Notably, this migration was made possible by a July 2025 SEC policy change approving in-kind creations and redemptions for crypto ETFs. The rule lets authorized participants deliver the underlying Bitcoin rather than cash, aligning digital-asset funds with…

Ledger, the France-based leader in digital asset security, has announced that its flagship software, Ledger Live, is being rebranded to Ledger Wallet. The announcement was made during the Ledger Op3n event, held on October 23 at the company’s headquarters in Paris, where BitDegree was among the invited guests.For years, Ledger has been best known for its hardware wallets. Complementing those devices, Ledger Live has served as the company’s all-in-one companion app, which enables users to manage their assets, monitor balances, and perform transactions securely. Did you know? Want to get smarter & wealthier with crypto? Subscribe – We publish new…

What to Know: $XRP has been in limbo lately due to a market-wide downturn as a result of US President Donald Trump’s China tariff threats. We asked Google’s Gemini AI Assistant what the future holds for the $XRP token, and the response was bullish. Depending on factors, such as the approval of $XRP ETFs, positive news could push the coin’s price to $3 initially, with a new ATH at $4 or beyond also a possibility. The Best Wallet Token is pumping hard and bullish for the coming year. To date, it has raised over $16.6M in its presale. It’s been…

Turkey has emerged as the leading crypto market in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region in 2025, with volumes significantly outpacing those of other markets, including the United Arab Emirates.Turkey, which has grappled with high inflation in recent years, dominated MENA’s crypto market in the past year, recording almost $200 billion in annual transactions, according to the latest regional report by Chainalysis published Thursday.The UAE, the region’s second-largest market, lagged far behind, with crypto volumes of $53 billion, almost four times smaller than those of Turkey.Still, according to onchain research by Chainalysis, Turkey’s surge in crypto volumes has…

Bitcoin news today revolves around a tense combination of global politics, weakening technicals, and declining investor confidence.  After peaking above $112,000, Bitcoin has dropped to $108,131, reflecting a 2.77% loss in the past 24 hours and extending a 7-day decline to over 3%.  With over $223M in ETF outflows and increasing sell-offs from long-term holders, the market is entering a risk-off mode.  As Bitcoin stalls below resistance, early traders are rotating into infrastructure-driven projects like Bitcoin Hyper, which recently crossed $24.6 million in presale volume. Political Tensions Reshape BTC’s Short-Term Outlook The upcoming Xi–Trump meeting in South Korea has revived…

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Moon Inc. (HKEX: 1723) has raised about US$8.8 million to launch a Bitcoin prepaid card in Thailand and South Korea, with plans to expand across Asia. The company, a leader in prepaid connectivity and digital asset solutions, confirmed the successful HK$65.5 million fundraising earlier today. The round was supported by a consortium of Bitcoin miners and investors through the issuance of new shares and convertible notes, according to a note shared with Bitcoin Magazine.  “The successful completion of this private placement marks another critical milestone in Moon Inc.’s growth, and we are grateful for the confidence our new and existing…

Venture capital firm Andreessen Horowitz (a16z) is reportedly seeking to raise about $10 billion to invest in the artificial intelligence and defense industries, but crypto, long one of its flagship sectors, is notably missing.According to a Thursday Financial Times report citing anonymous sources, a16z is aiming to raise about $10 billion for new investments, including $6 billion for investing in more mature companies, $1.5 billion for each of the company’s AI applications and AI infrastructure funds, and over $1 billion for a defense and manufacturing-focused vehicle.No crypto-focused fund was mentioned, marking a rare omission for one of Silicon Valley’s most…

Crypto mining rig maker Canaan (CAN) is entering a stronger phase of growth, according to Wall Street broker Benchmark, which raised its price target on the company’s American depositary receipts (ADRs) to $4 from $2 and reiterated its rating on the stock.The shares were 5% higher in early trading on Thursday, around $1.79.Benchmark analyst Mark Palmer said the company’s outlook has brightened now that Nasdaq has confirmed Canaan regained compliance with listing rules, removing a key overhang that had dampened liquidity and investor interest. With that issue resolved, Palmer said attention can return to improving fundamentals, particularly rising demand for…