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Brazilian authorities just pulled off a major crackdown on a sophisticated money laundering network with the help of Tether. The stablecoin giant’s real-time tracking tools led to the freeze of R$32 million in USDT, exposing how crypto forensics is outpacing traditional finance in hunting down dirty money. On July 18, USDT issuer Tether announced its role in assisting Brazilian law enforcement to dismantle a sprawling cyber fraud operation, codenamed Operation Magna Fraus. According to the press release, the São Paulo Public Prosecutor’s Office and Federal Police targeted a criminal syndicate accused of siphoning funds through Brazil’s PIX payment system before…

Brahma’s partnership with Euler Labs introduces a credit card that taps directly into DeFi collateral, letting users spend without liquidating holdings. The innovation could redefine how crypto interacts with traditional payment rails. Crypto credit card startup Brahma announced on July 18 that it has partnered with Euler Labs to launch Swype, a virtual card that lets users tap into their DeFi lending positions for real-world payments, without selling or bridging assets. Crypto unlocked programmable capital. TradFi still owns the payment rails.Brahma is changing that, building the backbone for Internet Finance.Credit cards are just the first step.First in action: https://t.co/MspvYGnahNComment “SWYPE”…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Little Pepe could outshine Shiba Inu with Layer 2 utility and viral momentum, eyeing a 20,488% surge. The memecoin universe is heating up once more, but while many eyes stay glued to Shiba Inu (SHIB), a new contender is quietly preparing for an explosive leap: Little Pepe (LILPEPE).  This viral memecoin is unlike anything we’ve seen before. With advanced utility, an ultra-hyped presale, and a Layer 2 chain built purely for memes, Little Pepe might be the absolute moonshot…

The price of Ethereum Classic rose sharply on July 18 as bullish sentiment catalyzed a rally to highs of $24.55. Ethereum Classic (ETC) traded 20% up in 24 hours, surging to highs last seen in January 2025. This uptick came as top cryptocurrencies looked to hold onto gains, and ETC stood out as it outpaced peers across the top 100 by market capitalization. Notably, these upward moves by Ethereum Classic bulls aligned with overall upside strength for ETH, XRP and a host of other coins. The ETC token benefited from a spike in interest, with data showing Open Interest in…

Mastercard publicy embraced stablecoins following the passage of the Genius act, but sees itself at the core of the system. The Genius Act is already having a tangible impact on the discourse around stablecoins. Following its passage, the payments giant Mastercard publicly embraced stablecoins, signalling that the legislation cleared a major roadblock to expansion. Still, Mastercard’s vision is not one of decentralized money. “Stablecoins are at a turning point. The passage of the GENIUS Act by the U.S. Congress signals a new era of regulatory clarity and confidence in digital assets,” Jesse McWaters, Executive Vice President at Mastercard stated. Stablecoins…

Zebec Network has confirmed a strong bullish retest at major support between 0.002 and 0.0035 satoshis. With price holding firm, a volume-backed rally could reclaim higher levels in the coming sessions. Zebec Network (ZBCN) is showing signs of early accumulation after a corrective pullback from recent highs. The asset has retested a critical high time frame support zone between 0.002 and 0.0035 sats, which also aligns with the 0.618 Fibonacci retracement. This area previously sparked impulsive upside moves, and the current reaction suggests that demand remains strong. Key technical points Bullish retest at 0.002–0.0035 sats: Major support holding with clear…

Disclosure: This article does not represent investment advice. The content and materials featured on this page are for educational purposes only. Little Pepe raises $5.9m in presale, outpacing SHIB’s momentum as it eyes a possible $1 target next cycle. Shiba Inu is the name everyone knows. It defined what a memecoin could become — billions in market cap, listings on every major exchange, and a community that rivaled Bitcoin in raw online energy.  But as SHIB holds steady in a maturing phase, Little Pepe is emerging with speed and structure. Little Pepe is still in presale, yet it has already…

The XLM crypto price went parabolic and reached its highest level since December after the GENIUS Act vote passed and its USDC volume and transactions surged. Stellar Lumens (XLM) advanced to a high of $0.5205, up 140% from its June low. This surge, which occurred in a high-volume environment, saw daily trading volume climb above $2 billion. The XLM token rally mirrored that of Ripple (XRP), which jumped to a record high after the GENIUS Act passed. The two, which trace a similar origin, have exposure to the booming stablecoin industry.  Ripple Labs recently launched the Ripple USD stablecoin, which…

The crypto market continued its strong performance on Friday, July 18, as total market capitalization jumped to $4 trillion for the first time ever. Small-cap coins like Chainbase (C), Assemble AI (ASM), DegenCoin (DEGE), and Sologenic (SOLO) were the best performers, rising by over 50% in the last 24 hours.  The main catalyst for their rally was the passing of the GENIUS Act and two additional bills in the House of Representatives. This marked the first time both the House and the Senate voted in favor of crypto-related legislation. These tokens also surged following reports that Donald Trump is considering…

Every day, the media are telling us how various countries take legal steps to embrace cryptocurrency. However, not the entire humanity is moving in the same direction in this regard. On July 14, 2025, Hungary introduced the law turning “unauthorized crypto trading” into a crime punishable with several years behind bars. Several other governments are busy narrowing the legal spaces for crypto, too. News from Hungary The Hungarian attack on crypto is described as “sudden,” and generally, it doesn’t fit in the overall European approach to crypto regulation. The government banned trading on unlicensed platforms. Violators face up to several…