Bitcoin’s rally is accelerating, but 43% of holders are still at a loss, leading traders to favor put options. Will this week’s gains hold? Key takeaways: Derivatives and onchain data show a lack of bullish conviction, as 43% of Bitcoin holders remain at a loss despite recent price gains. Surging AI energy demand is squeezing miner profits to record lows, forcing major listed firms to offload BTC and pivot to computing. Read more
The infrastructure provider will support the planned launch of Western Union’s USDPT stablecoin on Solana, linking blockchain payments to its global payout network. Crossmint has partnered with Western Union to support the launch of the remittance company’s USDPT stablecoin and its new Digital Asset Network on the Solana blockchain. Wednesday’s announcement said the collaboration will integrate Crossmint’s wallet and payment APIs with Western Union’s infrastructure, allowing fintech platforms to move funds using the stablecoin and connect to Western Union’s global payout network. That Digital Asset Network is intended to link stablecoins with the company’s existing payout infrastructure, enabling users to convert digital dollars into local currency through its network of more than 360,000 cash pickup locations worldwide. Read more