Western Union joins stablecoin race, eyes crypto partnerships — CEO

Western Union joins stablecoin race, eyes crypto partnerships — CEO

Western Union is exploring stablecoin integration for cross-border transfers, conversions and digital wallets, positioning it as an innovation opportunity. Western Union is exploring ways to integrate stablecoins into its services as the firm seeks to modernize cross-border payments. During a Monday interview with Bloomberg, Western Union CEO Devin McGranahan said that the firm views stablecoins…

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Bitcoin BIP proposes quantum-resistant upgrade by 2030

Bitcoin BIP proposes quantum-resistant upgrade by 2030

New BIP proposes phasing out legacy Bitcoin signature schemes to prevent catastrophic losses if quantum computers break existing cryptography. A new Bitcoin Improvement Proposal (BIP) aims to tackle the threat posed by quantum computers by phasing out Bitcoin’s legacy signature schemes, which can be vulnerable to quantum attacks, in favor of quantum-resistant alternatives. The proposal,…

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Here’s what happened in crypto today

Here’s what happened in crypto today

Need to know what happened in crypto today? Here is the latest news on daily trends and events impacting Bitcoin price, blockchain, DeFi, NFTs, Web3 and crypto regulation. Today in crypto, Republicans suffered their first setback in Congress on crypto legislation, Bitcoin-powered darknet marketplace Abacus Market has gone offline amid suspected law enforcement pressure, and…

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