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Report Shows Explosion in APAC and Latin America Crypto Adoption
A report from Chainalysis reveals a seismic shift in the crypto world. In today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie breaks down the key findings from the 2025 Global Crypto Adoption Index, including powerful growth in adoption in Latin America, which is up 63%, and the emergence of growth in on-chain activity for the Asia-Pacific (APAC) region.
CoinDesk Live at Stellar Meridian 2025
Join CoinDesk Live from Stellar Meridian, the annual convening where builders, institutions, policymakers, and the Stellar community come together to set the blueprint for blockchain’s real economy. Tune in as we speak with Arculus, MoneyGram, PayPal, Pantera Capital and more!
PayPal to Allow Direct Transfer of BTC and ETH
PayPal is expanding its peer-to-peer service to include crypto transfers to its payment flow. The payment giant said U.S. users will soon be able to send digital assets like bitcoin and ether across PayPal, Venmo, and other crypto-compatible wallets. CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie breaks down what this means for crypto mainstream adoption on “CoinDesk Daily.”
DOGE ETF Could Debut This Week
The Rex Shares-Osprey Dogecoin ETF (DOJE) is set to debut as the first U.S. memecoin ETF, blurring the lines between internet culture and tradfi. In today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie discusses what this means and if this will open the floodgates for other memecoins to hit Wall Street.
Algorithmic Sameness and the Future of Creativity with Kyle Chayka
Kyle Chayka, Staff Writer at The New Yorker and author of Filterworld, breaks down how algorithmic sameness is reshaping global culture—and what it means for creativity, identity, and authenticity online. He explores how creators are challenging traditional media, why crypto could become the internet’s native currency, and how digital identity is evolving in a world shaped by metrics, machines, and media. Joining him is Keith Soljacich of Publicis Media, as they explore opportunities to create deeper meaning amid these cultural shifts.
Pantera-Backed Firm Raises $500M for Solana Treasury Company
Pantera Capital-backed Helius Medical Technologies is raising over $500 million to create a new Solana treasury company, as a new battle for the future of crypto treasuries heats up. In today's "Chart of the Day," presented by Crypto.com, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie explains what this means for the crypto market and if this the start of a new digital asset treasury race.
Polymarket Weighs $9B Valuation Amid User Surge and CFTC Approval: Report
Polymarket is considering a deal that would value the company at $9 billion, according to a report from The Information. The number is a dramatic climb from its $1 billion valuation just three months ago, when it raised funds in a round led by Peter Thiel’s Founders Fund. What drove the surge in prediction market's valuation? CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”
Episode 7: The Protocol Playground
In this episode of Privacy in Motion, we explore the dark side of centralized AI and its growing influence over our digital lives. As a handful of powerful corporations gain control over AI systems, what does this mean for privacy, autonomy, and the future of personal freedom? Could we be heading toward a digital dystopia—a modern-day 1984? To learn more, visit https://midnight.network/break-free.
Tether Unveils USAT to 'Revolutionize the U.S. Financial System'
In an exclusive interview, CoinDesk's Jennifer Sanasie sits down with Tether CEO Paolo Ardoino and newly appointed USAT CEO Bo Hines to discuss the launch of their new stablecoin designed specifically for the US market. Plus they discuss how it will work alongside the globally dominant USDT and reveal their mission to provide financial access to underserved communities, reduce transaction costs, and build a more efficient financial system in the United States.
Will the US Government’s $345B Deficit Impact Rates?
The US government posted a $345 billion deficit in August, with its revenue of $344B overshadowed by $689 billion in spending. The net interest at $93 billion highlights the growing pressure that rising borrowing costs are placing on federal finances. Will this have any impact on the upcoming Federal Reserve interest rate decision? CoinDesk’s Jennifer Sanasie hosts “CoinDesk Daily.”
