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  Africa is taking a decisive step toward modernizing its trade infrastructure, adopting stablecoin technology and digital trade rails built on IOTA to streamline cross-border commerce. In partnership with the Tony Blair Institute (TBI) and the World Economic Forum (WEF) , the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA) Secretariat and the IOTA Foundation are working to transition the continent’s fragmented, paper-heavy systems into a unified digital trade network powered by USDT . If successful, this shift could double intra-African trade, unlock $70 billion in new economic value, and position Africa as a global model for digital-first trade transformation. A Unified Trade System for 55 Countries The initiative falls under ADAPT , a large-scale program led by AfCFTA, designed to harmonize trade processes across all 55 African nations . Today, African trade suffers from slow documentation, manual processes, border bottlenecks, and high transaction costs. Over 40 documents ar...

  Interpretive Letter No. 1186 Gives Banks the Green Light to Hold Crypto for Operational Needs The U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has issued new clarity on how national banks can legally manage cryptocurrency holdings for blockchain-related operations. In Interpretive Letter No. 1186 , released Tuesday, the agency confirmed that banks may keep digital assets on their balance sheets if those assets are reasonably necessary for their day-to-day operations—particularly for paying blockchain “gas fees." Gas fees are the mandatory costs paid in a blockchain’s native token to process transactions. As banks expand into blockchain settlement, tokenized payments, and custody services, the ability to store limited crypto amounts has become essential. The new directive removes years of uncertainty and explicitly authorizes such operational holdings. Why This Matters For banks, interacting with blockchain networks often requires paying network fees directly. However...

  Sidra Chain, a promising blockchain project focused on scalability and smart contract efficiency, continues to make waves in the crypto space. Recent developments suggest that the network is positioning itself for wider adoption and stronger utility in decentralized finance (DeFi) and NFT ecosystems. Sidra Chain Protocol Upgrades The network recently implemented a major protocol upgrade aimed at reducing block validation times and lowering transaction fees . This enhancement not only improves the overall speed and efficiency of the blockchain but also makes it more attractive for developers building decentralized applications (dApps). These upgrades are critical as Sidra Chain seeks to compete with other mid-cap blockchains offering high throughput and low-cost transactions. Analysts expect these improvements to increase daily network activity and transaction volume over the coming months. Ecosystem Growth and Developer Adoption Sidra Chain is expanding its ecosystem rapidly...

Pi Network’s native token, PI, has extended its recovery for the third consecutive day, following a 3.52% surge on Sunday . This rebound aligns with recent updates to Pi App Studio and ongoing technical developments, signaling a potential bullish shift in the midst of its current consolidation. The combination of ecosystem improvements, positive technical momentum, and exchange inflows points to a cautiously optimistic outlook for PI in both the short and medium term. Recent Recovery and Market Context PI has been navigating a consolidation range between the October 11 low of $0.1919 and the declining 50-day EMA at $0.2435 . The three-day recovery marks a positive shift within this range, as the token aims to challenge the 50-day EMA, which has acted as a dynamic resistance since late May. Centralized exchanges have also recorded a net inflow of 1.59 million PI , suggesting that holders are realizing profits amid the rally. While profit-taking could create short-term selling pres...

  Overview Uniswap (UNI) is showing renewed strength as bulls step in to defend a crucial support level, signaling the possibility of a fresh bullish wave. After recent volatility across the crypto market, UNI has found stability around $7.06 , forming a reliable base for potential upside. On-chain, derivatives and technical indicators are aligning in favor of buyers — setting the stage for a push toward the next significant resistance at $8.63 . UNI Holds Key Support at $7.06 Following a series of market-wide pullbacks, Uniswap’s price has stabilized at the $7.06 support zone. This level has historically acted as a springboard for upward moves, and current price action suggests traders view it as a value area for accumulation. The consistent defense of this support highlights strong demand, indicating that bulls remain in control despite recent volatility. On-Chain & Derivatives Data Back Bullish Outlook Several on-chain and derivatives signals point toward increasing bul...

  BNB is once again testing a critical resistance trendline that has capped several breakout attempts this year. As the market enters a decisive phase, whale-sized traders appear to be taking renewed interest, hinting at a potential shift in momentum. Still, mixed technical signals suggest BNB remains at a crossroads. BNB Faces a Crucial Trendline Test After staging a measured recovery over the past week, BNB now approaches a long-standing descending resistance trendline that has kept the asset range-bound for months. This trendline has historically triggered strong selling pressure, making the upcoming sessions especially important for traders watching for a sustained breakout. A successful move above this trendline would signal renewed market confidence and could open the door for a stronger rally. However, failure to clear it may result in yet another pullback, keeping BNB constrained within its broader consolidation structure. Whale Activity Picks Up as Futures Interest Grows...