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Qadir Ak is the founder of Coinpedia. He has over a decade of experience writing about technology and has been covering the blockchain and cryptocurrency space since 2010. He has also interviewed a few prominent experts within the cryptocurrency space.
Hong Kong Moves Forward with Stablecoin Licensing
The Hong Kong Legislative Council has passed the Stablecoin Bill, clearing the way for regulated stablecoin issuers. Starting later this year, institutions can apply to the Hong Kong Monetary Authority to become licensed stablecoin providers. The new rules require stablecoins to be fully backed by legal tender, aiming to increase trust and security in the …
Qadir AK·21 May 20251 min
South Korea Tightens Crypto Rules as New Policies Roll Out
Starting June 2025, South Korea will allow non-profits to sell donated cryptocurrencies and let exchanges convert user fees paid in crypto. At the same time, the Financial Services Commission (FSC) is stepping up efforts to prevent money laundering by enforcing stricter KYC (Know Your Customer) rules. Exchanges and banks must improve their identity checks and …
Qadir AK·21 May 20251 min
Short NewsCoinbase Confirms Breach, Refuses to Pay Up
Coinbase has revealed a security breach where attackers bribed overseas customer support agents to access user data through social engineering. The compromised information affected less than 1% of monthly users and included names, addresses, phone numbers, and limited account details. Importantly, no passwords, private keys, or user funds were accessed. The attackers demanded a $20 …
Qadir AK·15 May 20251 min
Mastercard & MoonPay Launch Stablecoin Cards for 150M Merchants
Mastercard has partnered with MoonPay to introduce stablecoin cards, allowing users to pay with cryptocurrencies at more than 150 million merchants worldwide. This collaboration makes it easier for people to use digital currencies in daily life, bridging the gap between traditional finance and crypto. By bringing stablecoins into Mastercard’s extensive payment network, the partnership aims …
Qadir AK·15 May 20251 min
Ukraine Set to Launch National Bitcoin Reserve
Ukraine is preparing to create a national Bitcoin reserve. MP Yaroslav Zheleznyak announced that a draft bill is being developed and will be submitted soon. The legislation will help formalize the country’s plan to hold Bitcoin as part of its national assets. This step highlights Ukraine’s growing focus on integrating cryptocurrency into its financial system, …
Qadir AK·15 May 20251 min
NewsDid Pi Network Mislead Its 70M Users? Pioneers Speak Out
The Pi Network Core Team is facing heavy criticism from its own community after announcing Pi Network Ventures, a $100 million fund to build decentralized applications (DApps) on its platform. Rather than celebrating, many long-time Pioneers are calling the move a betrayal. Pioneers Feel Betrayed by Ventures Fund According to Pi analyst Dr Altcoin, over …
Qadir AK·15 May 20252 min
Pi Network Prepares for Major Consensus 2025 Reveal: What to Expect
Pi Network is gearing up for a major ecosystem reveal during Consensus 2025 in Toronto, a key moment for the project’s 60 million-strong user base. The Pi Core Team confirmed that the announcement will go live on May 14, fueling speculation around a potential Binance listing or DeFi integration. The event could mark a major …
Qadir AK·14 May 20252 min
Robinhood Acquires WonderFi to Enter Canada’s Crypto Market
Robinhood is acquiring WonderFi, one of Canada’s top crypto platforms, in a move to grow its presence in the Canadian market. This deal will help Robinhood offer more crypto services to users across Canada, tapping into a fast-growing and crypto-friendly region. With WonderFi’s strong local reputation and user base, the acquisition marks a key step …
Qadir AK·13 May 20251 min
CPI Report Today LIVE: U.S Inflation Report Release, CPI Data Expectations and FED News
May 13, 2025 10:11:29 UTC Gold Under Pressure Ahead of CPI Data and Rising Bond Yields Gold remains under pressure as key fundamental factors lean bearish. The upcoming U.S. CPI release could strengthen the dollar if inflation comes in hot, pushing gold lower. The Fed’s cautious stance on rate cuts further dampens gold’s appeal, as …
Qadir AK·13 May 20253 min