Coinbase launched the Base App, turning its wallet into an all-in-one platform for crypto, payments, chat, and social features. It connects to the Base blockchain and aims to attract everyday users, not just traders.
WeatherlyUK ministers urged a ban on political donations made with cryptocurrency to prevent untraceable foreign influence. Reform UK publicly started accepting Bitcoin for campaign funding, prompting concerns from lawmakers.
AnaisTrump Media is adding AI tools to its Truth Social platform and has filed trademarks for “Truth Social AI” and “AI Search”. The company also plans a crypto ETF and launched a streaming service, as it expands into tech and digital finance despite financial losses.
AnaisThailand is testing a crypto sandbox to let tourists change digital assets into Thai baht for local spending. Approved exchanges will handle the conversions, with spending limits and ID checks to meet national rules.
WeatherlyThe US has started an investigation into Brazil’s trade policies, focusing on whether its Pix payment system unfairly affects American companies. Officials are also looking at tariffs, digital rules, and how Brazil treats US tech firms.
AnaisOpenAI is building a checkout feature inside ChatGPT so users can complete purchases without leaving the app. It may earn a small commission on each sale made through the platform.
WeatherlyChatGPT said: Shinhan Bank has added cryptocurrency tracking and educational tools to its SOL app, becoming the first South Korean bank to offer such services. The move signals growing acceptance of crypto in traditional banking, with plans to expand into crypto purchases and wallet management soon.
WeatherlyAn Australian fintech company, Block Earner, has launched the country’s first mortgage that accepts Bitcoin as loan security. This became possible after a court ruled the product doesn't need a financial licence, letting people use crypto to buy homes without selling it.
AnaisScale AI has cut 700 jobs, including 200 full-time staff and 500 contractors, as part of a major restructure. The company is narrowing its focus to coding, language and audio data after rapid growth created overlaps and confusion.
WeatherlyTokenize Xchange will shut down its Singapore operations by 30 September 2025 after failing to get a licence from the Monetary Authority of Singapore. The company plans to move to Malaysia and the UAE, and all 15 local staff will lose their jobs.
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