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FridayJan 16, 2026 9:00 am

Digital Casinos are Working as Testing Grounds for Crypto Uptake

Cryptocurrency has moved well beyond niche forums and speculative trading in recent years, edging into everyday financial conversations, though its uptake has varied widely by sector. One industry where adoption has accelerated faster than many expected is online gambling, particularly internet-based casinos. The digital gaming industry moves at a rapid pace and relies heavily on innovation, making it an ideal environment for testing new financial technologies. As players demand more flexible and faster ways to manage funds, many online casinos have become early adopters of crypto payments. The appeal of crypto in digital gaming comes down to efficiency and convenience.…

ThursdayJan 15, 2026 9:00 am

Catholic Church Enters Crypto Fray with New Offering

The Catholic Church is stepping into the world of cryptocurrency with a new digital offering designed to support faith-based work and help people in need. The project, known as Catholic USD, shows how religion and modern financial technology are beginning to meet in practical ways. Catholic USD is a type of cryptocurrency called a stablecoin. Unlike popular digital coins that rise and fall in value, a stablecoin is tied to a real-world asset. In this case, one Catholic USD is equal to one U.S. dollar. This design makes it more reliable and suitable for everyday use, especially for donations and…

WednesdayJan 14, 2026 12:00 pm

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) Is Building the World’s Largest Solana Treasury Company

After recently debuting the company’s Solana treasury strategy, FWDI holds more than 6.9 million Solana (SOL) and building long-term shareholder value by acquiring more SOL and actively participating in the Solana ecosystem. The company deploys assets strategically through a range of on-chain opportunities, including staking, lending, and participating in decentralized finance (“DeFi”). The company is led by an accomplished board and management team with real world industrial experience including finance, technology, and law. Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI) is a company that continues to compile a large-scale Solana treasury. The strategy for FWDI centers on not only acquiring more SOL, but…

TuesdayJan 13, 2026 10:30 am

BlockQuarry Corp. (BLQC) Opens Orders for U.S.-Manufactured Crypto Mining Platform BLQCBuster

BLQCBuster is designed, engineered, and manufactured entirely in the United States, for both individual and institutional-scale miners. Domestic manufacturing and servicing aim to reduce downtime and supply-chain delays. The platform supports multiple mining algorithms, allowing operators to adapt quickly and easily to market conditions. Orders are being accepted directly through the company’s website, with no minimum purchase requirement. BlockQuarry (OTC: BLQC), a leading innovator in American-manufactured cryptocurrency mining solutions and sustainable energy infrastructure, announced that it is now taking orders for its BLQCBuster(TM) crypto mining platform, marking a commercial milestone for a product it has been showcasing to the industry…

TuesdayJan 13, 2026 9:00 am

PwC to Expand its Crypto Involvement as Regulatory Climate Shifts

PwC, one of the largest accounting firms, is expanding its involvement in the crypto sector, signaling a sharp turn from the cautious stance it maintained for years. The firm’s leadership says recent changes in U.S. policy have altered the risk calculus enough for major institutions to engage more openly with crypto-related work. Paul Griggs, PwC’s U.S. senior partner and chief executive, stated that the firm is preparing to scale up its crypto services after seeing meaningful progress on regulation. According to Griggs, newly enacted legislation and clearer guidance from regulators have helped remove long-standing barriers. A central moment in PwC’s…

FridayJan 09, 2026 9:00 am

Binance Founder Asserts That Crypto Market is Still Minuscule

Changpeng Zhao (CZ), the founder of Binance, recently reignited discussion about the future of crypto by arguing that the sector remains relatively small despite its long-term promise. His remarks, shared widely after being reposted by Watcher.Guru, quickly circulated across social media platforms and crypto forums, prompting renewed debate about where the industry stands in its development cycle. Zhao described the current phase of crypto as an early chapter. In his view, blockchain-based systems have yet to achieve widespread adoption across key areas such as payments, financial services, public administration, and digital property rights. For many investors, this interpretation supports the…

ThursdayJan 08, 2026 9:00 am

UK Crypto Users Start Sharing Their Account Details with Tax Body

UK crypto traders will face tighter reporting rules from the start of the year as tax authorities move to close long-standing gaps in compliance. As of 1 January, individuals using crypto platforms must provide complete account information, or risk incurring penalties. The changes form part of a broader effort by HMRC to ensure taxes linked to crypto activity are properly paid. Under the new framework, HMRC will begin receiving detailed and regular information directly from crypto exchanges. These platforms operate as the main gateways for buying, selling, and holding digital coins, much like banks do for traditional money. The move…

TuesdayJan 06, 2026 9:00 am

Iran is Using Crypto to Buy Weapons to Work Around International Sanctions

Iran has taken steps to widen how it accepts payment for military exports, indicating it is prepared to take crypto in addition to its national currency and non-cash exchanges. The country’s Ministry of Defense Export Center (Mindex) has set out terms aimed at foreign buyers seeking to purchase items ranging from ballistic missiles and naval vessels to other defense-related hardware. Mindex promotes its ties with 35 nations and operates an online showcase listing weapons systems, rockets, munitions, and amphibious craft. While references to alternative settlement options appeared as early as 2025, recent disclosures suggest a more defined framework designed for…

MondayJan 05, 2026 10:30 am

Forward Industries Inc. (NASDAQ: FWDI) Announces the Company’s Shares Are Live on the Solana Blockchain Through Opening Bell

Forward Industries, a Solana digital asset treasury company, recently announced that the company’s shares are now live on the Solana blockchain through Superstate’s Opening Bell platform. This move is important for the industry, marking the first time that a regulated public equity is able to be used as collateral within a live decentralized finance (“DeFi”) market. The partnership shows how companies can extend the utility and life of their shares beyond traditional exchanges. Forward Industries (NASDAQ: FWDI), a company that is building and managing a large-scale Solana (“SOL”) treasury, recently announced that their SEC-registered shares are now live on the…

TuesdayDec 30, 2025 9:00 am

JPMorgan Considers Enabling Institutional Clients to Trade Crypto

JPMorgan Chase is weighing whether to introduce crypto trading services for its institutional customer base, a move that would further signal how deeply large banks are becoming involved in digital assets. The largest bank in the U.S. is currently reviewing which crypto-related products could make sense as it looks to deepen its involvement in the sector. These could eventually include direct purchases and sales, as well as more complex products linked to crypto prices. The internal discussions are still preliminary, and any rollout would depend on whether clients show sustained interest in specific tools or markets. Beyond trading, JPMorgan has…