July 28, 2026

An illustration featuring the Circle and IBM logos, patent documents, blockchain network graphics, and digital payment symbols representing the acquisition of IBM's blockchain patents.

Circle expands blockchain portfolio with acquisition of IBM patents

Circle has strengthened its position in the blockchain industry after acquiring IBM’s extensive blockchain patent portfolio, a deal that makes the USDC issuer the largest holder of blockchain patents in...
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An illustration featuring the Ribh Finance logo, stablecoin icons, African businesses connected by blockchain payment rails, and digital transaction graphics symbolizing seamless cross-border payments.

Ribh Finance: Building stablecoin-powered payment rails for African businesses

Introduction For many African businesses, selling products or services is only half the job. Getting paid, paying suppliers, and moving money across borders can be just as challenging. An importer...
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An illustration featuring the U.S. Capitol, the White House, cryptocurrency symbols, blockchain graphics, and policy documents representing the CLARITY Act and proposed crypto ethics rules.

CLARITY Act gains momentum as White House supports new crypto ethics rules

The United States could be one step closer to passing one of its most important cryptocurrency bills after the White House backed a revised package of ethics provisions tied to...
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