MoonPay has launched a new app inside ChatGPT that lets users buy cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin, XRP and Solana through chatbot conversations. Users still need to complete identity checks and payment approval through MoonPay, as the company expands its push into AI-powered crypto services.

South Korea has confirmed that a tax on cryptocurrency gains will start on 1 January 2027 after multiple delays and political debate.

AWS overheating at a Northern Virginia data centre disrupted cloud systems in one zone, affecting platforms like Coinbase and FanDuel. Coinbase users faced trading delays while AWS worked to restore cooling and recover services gradually.

Circle has partnered with Lighter to make USDC the main stablecoin used across its trading platform, including spot and perpetual markets, settlement, liquidations and onboarding.

TON Tech has launched AI agents on Telegram that can make onchain transactions like transfers, swaps and trading using user-funded wallets. Users keep control of funds while agents act within set limits without needing approval for every action.

Crypto exchange Gemini has rolled out Agentic Trading, a new system that allows users to connect AI models such as ChatGPT and Claude directly to their exchange accounts—effectively handing autonomous systems control over market monitoring, trade execution, and risk management.

Binance has launched a new keyless “Agentic Wallet,” positioning it as a solution to one of the most pressing challenges in crypto: how to safely let AI systems control real user funds.

Uzbekistan is opening its doors to global crypto miners with sweeping tax incentives, but at the same time tightening control over where the money goes.

Bybit led an $8 million funding round in Malaysia-based Hata, joined by global family offices. The money will support user growth, liquidity, and new crypto products under local licences.

X has launched an updated Cashtags feature that turns stock and crypto tickers into interactive pages with live prices, charts and related posts inside the app.