Visa’s stablecoin settlement volume has surpassed a $20 billion annualized run rate, more than 15 times higher than a year ago, as stablecoin-linked cards move deeper into mainstream payments.

A proposed U.S. de minimis tax exemption for small Bitcoin and crypto payments could encourage everyday use. While potentially increasing government revenue, according to research from Cornell Brooks School’s Tech Policy Institute.

Crypto activity across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) has more than tripled. With annual onchain transaction volume rising from roughly $100 billion in 2022 to an estimated $350 billion by 2025–2026.

A British Bitcoin investor identified as “Chris” has recovered 61 BTC worth around $4.4 million (£3.3 million). More than a decade after losing access when early U.K. crypto exchange Intersango collapsed in 2014.