Qatar National Bank speeds up USD payments with JPMorgan blockchain
Qatar National Bank Group (QNB), one of the largest financial institutions in the Middle East, has adopted JPMorgan’s blockchain platform, Kinexys, to process corporate payments in US dollars, according to a Bloomberg report.
The move represents a shift from traditional cross-border payment infrastructure, which operates only on weekdays and
PublicSquare launches Cryptocurrency Treasury as a Service for merchants
PSQ Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: PSQH), operating under the brand PublicSquare, has announced a partnership with IDX Advisors to launch its Cryptocurrency Treasury as a Service (TaaS) for businesses in the PublicSquare ecosystem. The collaboration combines PublicSquare’s distribution network with IDX’s crypto technology, enabling merchants to integrate cryptocurrencies and
Google launches AI payments protocol with stablecoin support
Google has launched a new AI payments protocol that enables money transfers between AI agents and supports stablecoins. The open-source protocol integrates traditional payment methods, including credit and debit cards, with digital assets pegged to stable values, such as the US dollar.
To ensure compatibility with stablecoins, Google partnered with
Grayscale Ethereum ETFs Approved by SEC
Grayscale Ethereum ETFs have received approval from the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) to operate under new generic listing standards, allowing for faster approval and more efficient operations for investors. The decision, announced on September 19, 2025, applies to both the Grayscale Ethereum Trust ETF and the Grayscale
From Dubai to Lisbon: The Rise of Crypto-Friendly Travel
The adoption of cryptocurrencies in tourism is rapidly expanding globally, with concrete examples across Asia, Europe, the Middle East, and the Americas. Cities like Dubai, Singapore, Busan, Lisbon, and Buenos Aires are implementing solutions that allow tourists to pay for services using Bitcoin and stablecoins, including hotels, restaurants, and travel
Bank of Korea Launches New Cryptoassets Department
The Bank of Korea (BOK) has officially announced the establishment of a Virtual Asset Division, also referred to as the Cryptoassets Department or the Virtual Asset Group. The new structure operates under the Financial Payment Systems Bureau and is tasked with monitoring the crypto industry and participating in policy-making concerning