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What a long way we’ve come in the United States in three months. On Sunday, President Trump announced the names of five digital assets he expects to include in a new U.S. strategic reserve of cryptocurrencies. The previous week, the SEC dropped its case against Coinbase and certain other digital asset firms. Both moves show that the new administration is determined to embrace a competitive advantage by bringing growth and innovation onshore. These decisions follow reports from Fox Business on the SEC’s increasing interest in staking, with the agency requesting a memo on its various types and benefits. Staked crypto holdings, integral to Proof-of-Stake blockchain protocols, play a vital role in the healthy functioning of the on-chain finance ecosystem. Blockchain platforms use staking to validate transactions, bolster security, and maintain the network while promoting inclusivity for wallet owners worldwide. Users should absolutely be able to support this activity and earn from that support. ?? Against this background, I am pleased to announce that Uphold is today reintroducing staking on 19 digital assets in the U.S., including #SOL, #ETH, and #HBAR.

?? Big news for U.S. crypto holders: Staking has landed at Uphold! ???? Staking is live again at Uphold for our U.S customers. This is a huge moment, not just for Uphold, but for the entire crypto community. ?? What’s staking? It’s like putting your crypto to work. You temporarily lock up your assets to help secure the network they run on. In return, you earn rewards—up to X% rewards on your staked crypto. ?? Staking is more than earning rewards; it’s about giving your assets purpose. It helps secure blockchain networks while offering tangible benefits to holders. With staking, you can now support the networks you believe in while earning rewards—all within our reliable and intuitive platform. ?? Find out more and start staking today: https://uphold.com/staking __ Don’t invest in crypto unless you're prepared to lose all the money you invest. These are high-risk investments and you should not expect to be protected if something goes wrong. Crypto assets are unregulated, highly volatile, and subject to significant risks, which may not be suitable for you. Take 2 minutes to learn more.

Uphold today announces a groundbreaking partnership with Exa Labs, a decentralized credit protocol, which aims to offer the first fixed-rate loans in DeFi spendable on a Visa-backed credit card. Uphold’s proposal was approved yesterday by the Exactly Protocol DAO. As a result, our users in Latin America will gain access to an innovative credit card backed by crypto assets. This service allows borrowers to take out crypto-secured loans while enabling lenders to earn yield. By making everyday purchases possible leveraging the value of crypto, the service leapfrogs other CeFi and DeFi offerings by delivering real-world spendability. Under the collaboration, Uphold becomes the primary CeFi partner for the Exa project. (Proposal subject to due diligence and individual approvals.)

??New Partnership Alert! ?? Uphold and EXA are teaming up to bring crypto credit cards and yield services to the masses. ?? Here's what you need to know: ?? The first innovative crypto-backed credit card combined with fixed-rate DeFi loans, spend without selling your assets. ?? Deposited assets act as collateral, determining the user’s credit limit. ?? Borrow, Spend, and Earn: All On-Chain. ??? Users can repay the loan in up to six fixed installments, scheduled every 28 days. ?? Supports USDC, ETH, wstETH, WBTC, & OP. ?? Launching first in Latin America. “We’re very excited that our Exactly partnership leapfrogs other CeFi/DeFi offerings because it delivers real-world spendability against crypto,” - Simon M., CEO of Uphold. ??Learn more: https://lnkd.in/dzP8edgZ

"As fintech becomes more prevalent, the sector becomes a more attractive target for cybercriminals. CIOs must invest in advanced cybersecurity measures to protect sensitive financial data and maintain customer trust." This insight from Christopher Adjei-Ampofo, Chief Information Officer at Uphold, highlights the growing importance of robust cybersecurity in the fintech sector. Celebrating 10 years in business in 2024, Uphold continues to lead with its patented Anything-to-Anything trading experience, while prioritising information security and data privacy. To learn more about the role of CIOs in addressing cybersecurity challenges and Uphold's commitment to security, read the full article here - https://lnkd.in/dPRwfZ3R #Uphold #Fintech #Cybersecurity #CIO #FinancialServices #Blockchain #DigitalAssets #TechEnquirer #FinancialData #DataPrivacy #EmergingTech #Crypto #CyberRisks #FintechSecurity #CustomerTrust #FinancialTechnology

More than ~20 states are moving forward with crypto-focused legislation. For instance, Utah’s Bill HB0230 would allow four key public funds to invest up to 5% of their total assets in Bitcoin. According to Utah’s 2024 financial report, this could translate to a purchasing power of over $70 million, $300 million overall, considering that 52 million Americans hold crypto. However, there is also opposition. Montana's House rejected a bill on Feb. 22 to make Bitcoin a state reserve asset, citing concerns over risky speculation with taxpayer funds. While the U.S. is still in the early stages of regulatory development, I believe we’re on the right track, and I’m excited to see how these efforts continue to shape the industry's future.

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Consumers expect instant payments... everywhere. From utilities and taxes to transport, tolls, subscriptions, and groceries, speed is a necessity. ? The real-time payments market, valued at ≈$24.91B in 2024, might reach $284B in 2032, although estimates vary. ? By 2028, real-time payments could account for 27.1% of all electronic transactions. Meanwhile... ? Digital wallets are expected to account for more than 50% of e-commerce transaction value globally by 2025. ? Stablecoins have surpassed a market cap of $200 billion, with institutional adoption on the rise. The shift toward real-time payments is also a story of infrastructure. Legacy payment rails weren’t designed for instant settlement at scale. Next-generation infrastructure, such as blockchain, provides a way to handle high volumes with lower overhead, benefiting both businesses and consumers.

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