Stripe acquired Bridge for $1.1B to launch stablecoin infrastructure targeting global payments in underbanked markets.

From Bridge to Backbone: How Stripe Is Reinventing Global Payments with Stablecoins

Stripe is rolling out stablecoin-based payments using Bridge’s infrastructure, targeting regions underserved by traditional banking. The focus is on real-world deployment, not speculation.
Playtron to issue Game Dollar stablecoin

From Console to Crypto: How Playtron Plans to Tokenize the Gaming Experience

Playtron is launching Game Dollar, a stablecoin built on the Sui blockchain, to power its vertically integrated Web3 gaming ecosystem. By unifying hardware, software, and payments, the company aims to redefine how players interact with digital economies.
Injective tokenizes Meta Stock.

Meta Goes On-Chain: Injective Opens the Door to 24/7 Stock Trading Without a Broker

Injective has launched a tokenized version of Meta stock via its iAssets framework, allowing users to trade it around the clock without a broker. This move opens new access to traditional equities through decentralized finance, especially for underserved investors.
Arbitrum DAO to decide on the fate of its Gaming Catalyst Program

Gaming Catalyst Program: Arbitrum DAO Debates Future of $225 Million Investment

Arbitrum DAO is reconsidering its $225 million Gaming Catalyst Program after delays and transparency concerns sparked a community-wide debate. The outcome could significantly impact the future of Web3 gaming on the Arbitrum network.
Blockchain technology is reshaping sports betting and prediction markets far beyond its use of crypto for payments.

Crypto-Powered Betting: The Rise of DeFi Sportsbooks

Decentralized finance (DeFi) is reshaping sports betting by eliminating middlemen and using blockchain-based smart contracts to automate wagers, ensuring transparency and instant payouts. As platforms like BetDEX, Polymarket, and Wagerr gain traction, the rise of DeFi sportsbooks signals a shift toward a trustless, peer-to-peer betting ecosystem - but regulatory uncertainty looms over its mainstream adoption.

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