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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.
Charles Hoskinson Just Made Bitcoin DeFi Possible on Cardano
Cardano, the 10th largest crypto asset, has just made a bold move in the digital asset space. Founder Charles Hoskinson has introduced the Cardinal Protocol, the network’s first DeFi solution powered by Bitcoin. For the first time, Bitcoin can now be used on Cardano for lending, staking, and more, without the need for third-party custodians. …
Debashree Patra·10 Jun 20252 min
Short NewsMichael Saylor’s Strategy Buys 1,045 BTC
Strategy has acquired 1,045 more Bitcoin for around $110.2 million at an average price of $105,426 per BTC. This brings their total holdings to 582,000 BTC as of June 8, 2025. The company has spent roughly $40.79 billion overall, with an average purchase price of $70,086 per Bitcoin. Year-to-date in 2025, Strategy has achieved a …
Qadir AK·9 Jun 20251 min
NewsCrypto Tax in India Is Crushing Profits, Here’s How Bitcoin ETFs Can Save You
India’s crypto investment scene is under pressure. Despite ₹1 crore in current Bitcoin trading volume, the Indian tax regime is stifling growth with its harsh tax policies. Investors once enjoyed a massive 123% gain on Bitcoin holdings in recent years — but now, they’re calling the current tax system “daylight robbery.” The Harsh Reality of …
Qadir AK·9 Jun 20253 min
Short NewsTokyo Fashion Brand ANAP to Invest ¥11.5 Billion in Bitcoin
ANAP Holdings, a casual fashion retailer listed in Tokyo, announced a ¥11.5 billion third-party allocation fully subscribed by Capital Typhoon fund. Of this, ¥8 billion will be settled directly in Bitcoin, while the remaining ¥3.5 billion received in yen will also be converted to Bitcoin. ANAP plans to hold the Bitcoin investment long-term, signaling a …
Qadir AK·9 Jun 20251 min
Nasdaq Pushes for Expanded Crypto ETF: XRP, SOL, ADA, XLM Join the Index
Nasdaq has taken a big step toward expanding crypto investment options by filing a new rule proposal with the U.S. SEC. The plan could change how crypto ETFs are designed and tracked in the U.S., and the crypto community is calling it a “power move” that may drive more institutional interest. However, despite growing excitement …
Qadir AK·9 Jun 20253 min
Nasdaq Plans to Broaden Crypto Index with Four New Assets
Nasdaq has filed paperwork with the SEC to expand its crypto benchmark index from 5 to 9 digital assets. The new additions —XRP, SOL, ADA, and XLM —will help the Hashdex Nasdaq Crypto Index US ETF (NCIQ) track a wider range of cryptocurrencies. This move aims to offer investors a more diversified crypto exposure. The …
Qadir AK·9 Jun 20251 min
NewsApple, Google, and Uber Quietly Explore Stablecoins to Revolutionize Payments
On the path to innovation, Apple, Google, X, Airbnb, and Uber are quietly exploring stablecoins, and it could reshape how payments work across the globe. Interestingly, with growing prominence and the US president’s support, Stablecoins are growing fast in B2B payments, offering speed, low costs, and dollar stability. B2B transactions hit $36 billion of the …
Qadir AK·7 Jun 20252 min
RegulationCrypto Regulations in Switzerland 2025
Switzerland is one of the world’s most progressive jurisdictions for cryptocurrency and blockchain technology in 2025. It is the home of ‘Crypto Valley’, which has well-regulated crypto frameworks to foster innovation while ensuring compliance. The regulations provide financial stability and investor protection with diverse provisions, assisting millions of Swiss people in using cryptocurrency. Crypto Regulations …
Qadir AK·7 Jun 20253 min
XRP News Today: Ripple Transfers $498M to Unknown Wallet
Ripple recently moved over 230 million XRP, valued at around $498 million, to an unknown wallet, sparking excitement across the crypto space. The transaction was flagged by Whale Alert, with many speculating it could be a strategic transfer by Ripple or a massive whale move. While the destination wallet remains unidentified, the sheer size of …
Qadir AK·7 Jun 20252 min