MetaMask enters the stablecoin market with the launch of mUSD
MetaMask, one of the most widely used crypto wallets globally, announced on August 21, 2025, the launch of its own stablecoin, MetaMask USD (mUSD). The digital currency is developed in partnership with Bridge, Stripe’s stablecoin issuance platform, and M0, a decentralized infrastructure for liquidity and interoperability.
According to the
Beacon Network: crypto giants unite to fight crime in real time
Major crypto companies, including Coinbase, Binance, PayPal, Robinhood, Stripe, and Kraken, launched on August 20, 2025, the Beacon Network, a system designed to detect illicit funds in real time. The project was announced by TRM Labs and involves over 20 founding members, federal agencies, and security researchers.
The network enables
Crypto whale converts Bitcoin into Ether amid record highs
The recent move of a Bitcoin whale, who sold 670 BTC worth $76 million to bet on Ether, reflects significant changes in the dynamics of the crypto market. The holder, active for over seven years, controlled more than 14,800 BTC purchased from Binance and HTX.
The partial conversion of
Scammer posing as UK cop steals $2.8M worth of Bitcoin
A cryptocurrency investor in the United Kingdom lost the equivalent of $2.8 million in Bitcoin after being deceived by a scammer posing as a police officer. North Wales Police announced on Tuesday that it is investigating the case, describing it as a targeted and advanced fraud.
According to authorities,
Kanye West launches YZY token on Solana
The YZY token, launched by rapper Kanye West on the Solana blockchain, reached a market capitalization of $3 billion just 40 minutes after launch, but later dropped below $1.1 billion, according to data from Nansen.
West, also known as Ye, announced on X the official contract address and the
Top cities where you can pay rent in Bitcoin
An increasing number of cities worldwide allow rent payments in Bitcoin, supported by expanding technological infrastructure for crypto transactions. Miami, Lisbon, Berlin, Toronto, and Paris are among the destinations where tenants can pay rent directly or indirectly with Bitcoin.
In Miami, several real estate developers accept crypto payments, and some
Fear and Greed Index: Market Sentiment Tool for Crypto Traders
The "Fear and Greed Index" for the crypto market is a tool that measures investor sentiment on a scale from 0 to 100. Low values indicate "extreme fear," while high values reflect "extreme greed."
The index is calculated using data such as volatility, trading
U.S. Federal Reserve considers allowing employees to hold crypto
Michelle Bowman, Vice Chair for Supervision at the U.S. Federal Reserve, said the institution should consider easing restrictions that currently prevent employees from holding cryptocurrencies. The statement was made on Tuesday during a blockchain-focused event in Wyoming.
Currently, Federal Reserve staff and their spouses are prohibited from investing in
Google Trends: alt season search interest plunges 50%
Google search interest for the term “alt season” has dropped by more than 50% in the past week, according to search data. The decline comes just days after searches for “altcoin” reached their highest level since 2021, while “Ethereum” recorded a two-year peak.
The altcoin rally proved short-lived. Dogecoin (DOGE)
Bank of America ready for stablecoin, awaits regulatory clarity
Bank of America is considering entering the stablecoin market, CEO Brian Moynihan said, stressing that the decision depends on regulatory clarity in the United States. The statement was made on August 20, 2025, during financial sector conferences.
According to Moynihan, the bank is prepared to work with the industry and