Tag: crypto

  • Stripe backs crypto…again. Should you trust it?

    The global payments company has been on and off about its point of view regarding crypto seemingly since crypto’s inception. Now, it seems the payments giant Stripe is firmly stepping back into the game. But is it safe for your business, or do Stripe’s same ol’ catches still apply? Stripe, the US-based fintech company, is…

  • How Forex Businesses Are Adapting to Crypto and New Regulations

    Cryptocurrencies are changing the way people view digital assets and think about investment, with international commerce likely to be one of the top beneficiaries. Forex trading businesses can learn from current developments in cryptocurrency regulation in order to adapt to the new environment and competition. Forex business owners seem to be in a very tough…

  • MasterCard Goes All-in on Crypto, Embraces the Future of Payment Processing

    About a decade ago, cryptocurrency began. Bitcoin was the one and only option and mined by just a few enthusiasts. At the time, crypto was arguably too futuristic to be taken seriously. Decentralized? Blockchain? Digital wallets? Very few were buying into the idea. Fast-forward 10 years and we’ve reached the point in crypto’s lifecycle where…

  • What Does Visa’s NFT Purchase Mean for Crypto? A Momentous Move for the Payment Industry

    The world’s most popular credit card network just bought an NFT for $150,000 for the first time. The price isn’t surprising (it’s not even among the most expensive NFTs). What is surprising is Visa’s head of crypto, Cuy Sheffield, stated in a blog post the purchase is to understand the growing NFT market, the mechanics behind making a…

  • How New Crypto Coins Are Affecting the Industry 

    After the initial success of cryptocurrencies such as Bitcoin (BTC), interest from investors in new crypto tokens, sometimes referred to as altcoins, has never been higher. So how does the release of these new digital assets impact the market? What is driving the current demand for blockchain-based currencies and apps? Let’s take a look at…