Enable – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com Latest Crypto News Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:40:28 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://wordpress.org/?v=6.9.7 https://i0.wp.com/earlybirdsinvest.com/wp-content/uploads/2024/12/cropped-New-Project-2024-12-17T235703.455.png?fit=32%2C32&ssl=1 Enable – Earlybirds Invest https://earlybirdsinvest.com 32 32 240146708 NEAR and TRON Enable Seamless Cross-Chain Stablecoin Transfers with NEAR Intents Integration https://earlybirdsinvest.com/near-and-tron-enable-seamless-cross-chain-stablecoin-transfers-with-near-intents-integration/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/near-and-tron-enable-seamless-cross-chain-stablecoin-transfers-with-near-intents-integration/#respond Thu, 04 Sep 2025 17:40:28 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/near-and-tron-enable-seamless-cross-chain-stablecoin-transfers-with-near-intents-integration/

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Geneva, Switzerland, September 4, 2025  – TRON DAO, the community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet through blockchain technology and decentralized applications (dApps), today announced a strategic collaboration with NEAR to integrate NEAR Intents on the TRON blockchain. The integration enables seamless swaps through a frictionless, intent-based experience for users and ecosystem developers. NEAR Intents is a multichain transaction protocol that allows users to make a request and let third parties compete to provide the best solution. The protocol can be applied to a wide range of use cases, creating a universal marketplace across crypto and traditional services.

NEAR Intents redefines user experience and onboarding across the greater crypto space by abstracting away blockchain complexity. The addition of TRON to NEAR’s chain abstraction stack represents a major milestone, unlocking cross-chain transfers that require no wallet setup, no bridging, and no awareness of chain mechanics required for users on one of the world’s most active blockchains. NEAR’s chain abstraction allows AI to interact with assets, applications, and services across multiple chains as if they were a single system, streamlining user behaviors into clear and direct actions. By integrating TRON, which hosts one of the largest global blockchain user communities, NEAR demonstrates how chain abstraction can be leveraged to increase adoption by removing friction for users at scale. 

“NEAR Intents going live on TRON is a significant step in making blockchain technology more accessible and powerful for users worldwide,” said Sam Elfarra, Community Spokesperson for the TRON DAO. “Combining TRON’s massive user base with NEAR’s innovative chain abstraction technology positions both ecosystems to drive the next phase of Web3 adoption.”

“Swapping native assets in a single click delivers true interoperability, unlocking new possibilities in DeFi and AI for users and builders on TRON,” said Illia Polosukhin, co-founder of NEAR Protocol. “We’re happy to welcome the TRON community into the NEAR Intents ecosystem and continue advancing the unified liquidity layer.”

As TRON continues to advance to meet the growing needs of institutions, emerging opportunities in stablecoin innovation, agent-driven finance, and AI-powered intents will further reinforce its standing as a leading blockchain. By combining institutional-scale capability with a commitment to financial inclusion, TRON is laying the groundwork for mainstream adoption and a more accessible global economy.

The blockchain industry is moving  toward greater interoperability, and NEAR Intents on TRON demonstrates how barriers to entry can be removed while scaling decentralized finance. Developers interested in integrating TRON cross-chain capabilities can access documentation and resources at SwapKit.dev, while users can begin experiencing seamless USDT swaps immediately through supported wallets and applications. 

About TRON DAO

TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps.

Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON blockchain has experienced significant growth since its MainNet launch in May 2018. Until recently, TRON hosted the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin, which currently exceeds $79 billion. As of September 2025, the TRON blockchain has recorded over 329 million in total user accounts, more than 11 billion in total transactions, and over $28 billion in total value locked (TVL), based on TRONSCAN. Recognized as the global settlement layer for stablecoin transactions and everyday purchases with proven success, TRON is “Moving Trillions, Empowering Billions.”

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About NEAR Protocol 

NEAR Protocol is the blockchain for AI, built to power intelligent agents and decentralized apps at scale. Its AI-native stack combines User-Owned AI, Intents and Chain Abstraction, and a sharded blockchain to enable secure, low-cost, and seamless interactions across Web2 and Web3. NEAR provides the speed, simplicity, and interoperability needed to build user-owned, AI-driven applications for the open internet.

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Bitcoin Hyper Aims to Solve Bitcoin’s Performance Issues to Enable Lighting-Fast Transactions https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-hyper-aims-to-solve-bitcoins-performance-issues-to-enable-lighting-fast-transactions/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-hyper-aims-to-solve-bitcoins-performance-issues-to-enable-lighting-fast-transactions/#respond Sun, 10 Aug 2025 16:24:25 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/bitcoin-hyper-aims-to-solve-bitcoins-performance-issues-to-enable-lighting-fast-transactions/

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Bitcoin Hyper ($HYPER) is the Layer 2 solution to Bitcoin’s subpar performance that keeps the network miles behind providers like Solana.

Bitcoin’s primary downfall is the protocol’s limitation to 7 transactions per second (TPS), which pales in comparison to Solana’s 1,183 real-time TPS and 2,909 max TPS calculated per 100 blocks.

Even Ethereum racks in three times Bitcoin’s performance with an average of 20.04 and a maximum of 63.24 TPS.

Bitcoin Hyper aims to address this very problem to bring Bitcoin to modern standards in terms of transaction speed and costs.

How Bitcoin Hyper Changes the Bitcoin Ecosystem

Bitcoin Hyper’s ($HYPER) Canonical Bridge is the heart of the project, linking Bitcoin’s native ecosystem to Hyper’s Layer 2. Users can deposit their Bitcoins into the Bridge, which then mints their equivalent into Hyper’s Layer 2.

How Hyper works

You’ll send Bitcoins to a designated address, the Canonical Bridge will lock them and mint wrapped $BTC on the Layer-2 for you to use.

The role of the Canonical Bridge is to decongest the Bitcoin network and speed up transaction confirmation with the help of the Bitcoin Relay Program, which verifies and confirms transaction details.

The Solana Virtual Machine (SVM) is another useful addition, enabling the ultra-fast execution of smart contracts and DeFi apps, lifting Bitcoin’s performance to Solana-grade levels.

These tools turn Bitcoin Hyper into a high-end Layer that enables near-instant finality, scalability, and smooth performance, while benefiting from Bitcoin’s security and brand recognition.

Bitcoin Hyper also supports a variety of perks, like swaps, staking, and lending, dev tools for Rust-based smart contracts, and multi-wallet integrations.

Presale Status and Performance

The $HYPER presale started in May and it just broke through the $8M threshold, marking an outstanding performance and showcasing the investor’s trust in the project.

$HYPER is now listed at $0.012625 and comes with a staking APY of 133%.

Holding $HYPER qualifies you for several benefits, including staking rewards, voting rights, and developer bounties.

As a $HYPER holder, you’ll also get privileged access to upcoming presales and beta features before they hit the public sphere.

$HYPER incentives as stated in the whitepaper

Coinsult and SpyWolf have audited the presale and deemed it safe for investors. According to the findings, the owners cannot mint new tokens, cannot blacklist addresses, and there’s no risk of a honeypot.

If you want to invest, it’s as easy as visiting the official presale page and buying your $HYPER there.

Bitcoin Hyper Development and $HYPER Price Prediction

What we do know is that Bitcoin Hyper is currently one of the most promising crypto projects of 2025. The project’s roadmap consists of five phases, each with several planned features and upgrades.

Bitcoin Hyper’s Roadmap

Bitcoin Hyper is nearing the end of Phase 2 and plans to reach full maturity in 2025. So, we’re not talking about investing in a several-years-long project; it’s happening now.

Based on the project’s details and scope and $HYPER’s presale performance, our analysts expect a post-launch boom, likely bringing $HYPER up to $0.32 by the end of 2025.

Even accounting for the expected bear movements, which are normal during the project’s developmental process, we should still get a $1.50 $HYPER by the end of 2030.

This translates to a 11,781% five-year return rate. An investment as low as $100 could turn into $11,781 in just five years, provided $HYPER doesn’t go even higher.

This prediction isn’t a certainty, but an educated expectation based on the project’s long-term potential and scope.

Should You Buy $HYPER?

Whether you should buy $HYPER or not depends on your risk tolerance and investment strategy. However, given the project’s details and presale performance, we believe that Hyper is on its way to resounding success.

If Bitcoin Hyper manages to succeed where the Lightning Network failed, $HYPER could see wealth-building chart performances over the next two to five years.

This isn’t financial advice. Do your own (DYOR) research and invest wisely.

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OpenSea Acquires Rally to Enable Mobile NFT Trading https://earlybirdsinvest.com/opensea-acquires-rally-to-enable-mobile-nft-trading/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/opensea-acquires-rally-to-enable-mobile-nft-trading/#respond Thu, 10 Jul 2025 15:13:48 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/opensea-acquires-rally-to-enable-mobile-nft-trading/

The leading NFT marketplace, OpenSea, has announced a new acquisition that will enable it to provide a mobile experience for users. According to an X report by the company’s Chief Technology Officer (CTO), Chris Maddern, the NFT platform has purchased the Web3 wallet app Rally.

Rally will utilize its expertise in mobile and token trading to help OpenSea develop a mobile app. Maddern is Rally’s co-founder and has joined OpenSea as its CTO. The other co-founder, Christine Hall, will also be joining OpenSea’s leadership.

OpenSea and Rally will join forces to build a product that will expand the on-chain economy for creators, collectors, and traders. The aim is to increase the adoption of on-chain assets and culture beyond early adopters and into the hands of real people. OpenSea aims to ensure that the next generation of on-chain consumers is mobile-first.

The upcoming mobile app will focus on both tokens and NFTs, not just one or the other. OpenSea intends to create a platform where tokens and NFTs do not compete, but complement each other. The process for achieving this goal entails making decentralized finance (DeFi) simple and accessible. Developers will also utilize artificial intelligence to enable users to easily understand the crypto space.

“While most products in crypto treat memecoins as simply an asset with a price, OpenSea will be a home for both the memes & the movements, not just the dollars,” Maddern stated.

Another primary reason for providing a mobile experience is to migrate users from centralized exchanges to on-chain platforms. OpenSea claims the industry has ignored the Web3 space for so long, and that needs to stop. The mobile app will be an all-in-one platform, featuring interconnected chains, staking capabilities, NFT experiences, and DeFi primitives such as lending.

Maddern noted that the Rally app will continue to work as it does until developers provide a migration path to OpenSea’s new platform. This could take between five and twelve months, as OpenSea intends to launch in 2025, while continuing to develop the product for at least a year.

Meanwhile, OpenSea is offering rewards to commemorate the latest development. The company will give tiered OpenSea treasures to users holding Floor Genesis NFTs. The rewards will recognize users who have made meaningful contributions and supported the platform for an extended period. The company took a snapshot on July 8 and will make the treasuries available in the coming weeks.

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World Liberty Financial readying to enable WLFI token transfers amid institutional interest https://earlybirdsinvest.com/world-liberty-financial-readying-to-enable-wlfi-token-transfers-amid-institutional-interest/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/world-liberty-financial-readying-to-enable-wlfi-token-transfers-amid-institutional-interest/#respond Thu, 26 Jun 2025 10:47:51 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/world-liberty-financial-readying-to-enable-wlfi-token-transfers-amid-institutional-interest/

World Liberty Financial, the DeFi project part-owned by US President Donald Trump, has announced plans to enable transfers of its WLFI token.

In a June 25 post on X, the team stated:

You asked to make WLFI transferable — we heard you. The team is working behind the scenes to make it happen.”

The team failed to provide further information about the timeline for this development.

WLFI is the core governance token for World Liberty Financial. It is designed to give holders voting rights over protocol upgrades and help steer the direction of the platform.

Until now, investors who acquired WLFI earlier this year have been unable to trade the asset, raising concerns about transparency and liquidity. The tokens are currently non-transferable between wallets, with the smart contract enforcing a restriction and indefinitely locking all tokens in wallets or smart contracts.

Despite the restrictions, select platforms like LBank have begun offering WLFI in a pre-market environment. At press time, the token is trading around $1, with daily trading volume nearing $5 million, according to LBank’s data.

Rising institutional interest

The decision to make WLFI transferable comes as the DeFi project’s ecosystem is experiencing significant improvements.

During a recent industry gathering, Zak Folkman, a co-founder of World Liberty Financial, reportedly revealed that the project is developing a mobile app to improve retail users’ accessibility to crypto tools.

While full details have not been released, the app is expected to simplify entry into DeFi for newcomers.

Meanwhile, he also revealed that multiple public companies are exploring adding WLFI to their crypto holdings.

According to Folkman:

“There has been a lot of interest from several public vehicles who want to use WLFI to be held in their treasuries as well.”

This trend mirrors a broader shift in traditional finance, where firms increasingly engage with crypto, especially under the current administration’s pro-crypto stance.

USD1 prospects

At the same time, Folkman revealed that the firm is also conducting an independent audit of its USD1 stablecoin.

Notably, the DeFi project executive believes the dollar-pegged asset has strong market potential and could replace Tether as the largest stablecoin by market cap.

According to data from CryptoSlate, USD1’s current circulating supply is estimated at $2.2 billion. Earlier this month, USD1 was distributed via an airdrop to WLFI holders as part of a community incentive and to test on-chain distribution mechanics.

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How Smart Contracts Enable Decentralized NFT Transactions https://earlybirdsinvest.com/how-smart-contracts-enable-decentralized-nft-transactions/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/how-smart-contracts-enable-decentralized-nft-transactions/#respond Mon, 16 Jun 2025 23:44:41 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/how-smart-contracts-enable-decentralized-nft-transactions/

Non-fungible tokens (NFTs) have become a major force in digital ownership, art, gaming, and business. At the center of every NFT transaction is a smart contract — a self-executing program that runs on a blockchain, automating agreements and making transactions transparent, secure, and efficient. For businesses and clients exploring NFT solutions, understanding how smart contracts enable decentralized NFT transactions is critical to making informed decisions and building trust in this technology.

In this blog, we’ll break down the fundamentals of smart contracts, their role in NFT transactions, and how businesses can benefit from working with a reputable Smart Contract Audit Company to create robust, secure, and transparent NFT solutions. We’ll also explore key features, real-world use cases, and best practices for deploying smart contracts in NFT marketplaces.

A smart contract is a piece of code that lives on a blockchain and automatically executes actions when certain conditions are met. Unlike traditional contracts, smart contracts do not require a central authority or intermediary to enforce the rules. This makes them ideal for digital transactions between parties who may not know or trust each other.

Key Features of Smart Contracts:

  • Automated execution of agreements
  • Immutable and tamper-proof records
  • No need for intermediaries
  • Transparent and auditable by all participants
  • Can be programmed for complex logic, including royalties, auctions, and more

NFTs represent unique digital assets — such as art, collectibles, music, or in-game items — on a blockchain. Each NFT is distinct, with its ownership, provenance, and metadata recorded on the blockchain. The decentralized nature of NFT transactions means that ownership can be transferred peer-to-peer, without relying on centralized platforms or authorities.

Why Decentralization Matters:

  • Reduces risk of fraud and manipulation
  • Removes single points of failure
  • Promotes transparency and trust among users

1. Automating Ownership and Transfers

When an NFT is created (minted), a smart contract defines its properties, such as the creator, metadata, and unique token ID. This contract also encodes the rules for transferring ownership. When a buyer purchases an NFT, the smart contract verifies the transaction, updates the ownership record, and triggers any additional logic, such as royalty payments to the original creator.

2. Enforcing Rules and Royalties

Smart contracts can be programmed to automatically pay royalties to creators each time an NFT is resold. This ensures creators are compensated for their work, even as it changes hands multiple times.

3. Enabling Marketplace Functions

NFT marketplaces use smart contracts to automate listing, buying, selling, bidding, and delisting of NFTs. These contracts handle all the logic, including:

  • Accepting bids and determining winners in auctions
  • Managing transaction fees and commissions
  • Updating listings in real-time
  • Ensuring only valid transactions are processed

4. Security and Transparency

All transactions executed by smart contracts are recorded on the blockchain, creating an immutable audit trail. This transparency builds trust among buyers and sellers, as anyone can verify the history and authenticity of an NFT.

Businesses looking to enter the NFT space can benefit from smart contract-driven NFT transactions in several ways:

  • Reduced Operational Costs: No need for intermediaries or manual processing.
  • Faster Settlements: Transactions are executed automatically, reducing delays.
  • Increased Security: Immutable blockchain records and automated execution reduce the risk of fraud.
  • Programmable Logic: Custom rules for royalties, access control, and more can be embedded directly into the contract.
  • Global Reach: NFTs and smart contracts operate across borders, opening new markets and audiences.

Deploying smart contracts requires expertise in blockchain programming and security. Bugs or vulnerabilities in smart contracts can lead to financial loss, data breaches, or exploitation by malicious actors. A Smart Contract Audit Company specializes in reviewing, testing, and verifying smart contract code to identify and fix potential issues before deployment.

Key Services Provided:

  • Code review for vulnerabilities and logic errors
  • Security testing against known attack vectors
  • Compliance checks with industry standards
  • Recommendations for best practices and improvements

Partnering with an experienced audit company is essential for businesses that want to build trust with users and avoid costly mistakes in their NFT projects.

Let’s break down the typical flow of an NFT transaction powered by smart contracts:

  1. Minting: The creator uploads digital content and metadata. The smart contract mints a new NFT, assigning ownership and unique identifiers.
  2. Listing: The NFT is listed for sale or auction. The smart contract records the listing details and conditions.
  3. Buying/Selling: When a buyer initiates a purchase, the smart contract checks if the NFT is available and if the buyer has sufficient funds.
  4. Transfer: Upon successful verification, the smart contract transfers ownership of the NFT to the buyer and releases funds to the seller (and creator, if royalties are set).
  5. Recordkeeping: The entire process is recorded on the blockchain, providing a transparent and immutable history.

While smart contracts bring many advantages, they are not without limitations:

  • Immutability: Once deployed, smart contracts cannot be changed. Bugs or errors can be costly.
  • Human Factor: Poorly written code can introduce vulnerabilities.
  • Complexity: Advanced logic can increase the risk of errors if not properly tested.

Best Practices:

  • Use established standards (like ERC-721, ERC-1155 for NFTs)
  • Conduct thorough testing and third-party audits
  • Keep contracts as simple as possible
  • Regularly monitor for new security threats

1. Art and Collectibles

Artists mint NFTs to represent their digital artwork. Smart contracts automate sales, ownership transfers, and enforce royalties on secondary sales, providing ongoing revenue streams.

2. Gaming

NFTs represent in-game assets like weapons, skins, or characters. Smart contracts handle the trading and ownership of these assets, allowing players to buy, sell, or trade items securely.

3. Music and Media

Musicians and content creators use NFTs to sell music, videos, or exclusive experiences. Smart contracts manage distribution, royalties, and access rights.

4. Real Estate and Domain Names

NFTs can represent ownership of digital real estate or domain names. Smart contracts automate the buying, selling, and transfer processes, reducing paperwork and manual intervention.

As NFT adoption grows, smart contracts will continue to play a central role in automating, securing, and scaling decentralized transactions. Emerging trends include:

  • Multi-chain Interoperability: Smart contracts that work across different blockchains, expanding reach and reducing costs.
  • Advanced Royalty Models: More flexible and customizable royalty structures for creators.
  • Integration with DeFi: Combining NFTs with decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols for collateralized loans, fractional ownership, and more.
  • User-Friendly Tools: Simplified interfaces for creating, managing, and auditing smart contracts, making NFT solutions accessible to a broader audience.

If your business is considering launching an NFT marketplace, integrating NFTs into your products, or exploring new digital revenue streams, working with experienced smart contract developers is essential. The right development partner will:

  • Guide you through the process of designing, coding, and deploying secure smart contracts
  • Help you choose the right blockchain and NFT standards for your use case
  • Provide comprehensive testing and audit services to minimize risks
  • Offer ongoing support and updates as your project evolves

Smart contracts are the backbone of decentralized NFT transactions, automating ownership transfers, enforcing rules, and building trust in digital marketplaces. For businesses and creators, they unlock new opportunities for monetization, efficiency, and transparency.

However, the complexity and immutability of smart contracts mean that expertise in development and security is non-negotiable. Partnering with a trusted Smart Contract Audit Company is the best way to build robust, secure, and future-proof NFT solutions.

If you’re looking to develop smart contracts for NFTs or launch a decentralized NFT marketplace, Codezeros offers end-to-end Smart Contract Development services. Our team combines deep blockchain expertise with rigorous security practices to deliver reliable, transparent, and scalable NFT solutions for businesses of all sizes.

Contact Codezeros today to discuss your project and discover how our Smart Contract Development services can help you unlock the full potential of NFTs.

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Shopify to Enable USDC Payments on Coinbase's Base for Merchants Worldwide https://earlybirdsinvest.com/shopify-to-enable-usdc-payments-on-coinbases-base-for-merchants-worldwide/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/shopify-to-enable-usdc-payments-on-coinbases-base-for-merchants-worldwide/#respond Thu, 12 Jun 2025 21:54:10 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/shopify-to-enable-usdc-payments-on-coinbases-base-for-merchants-worldwide/

E-commerce giant Shopify (SHOP) is bringing stablecoin payments to its merchants over Base, crypto exchange Coinbase (COIN)’s Ethereum layer-2 network, the companies said on Thursday.

The integration is set to roll out on June 12 to a limited group of early access merchants, with broader availability expected later this year for all merchants using Shopify Payments, the companies said.

Once the rollout is complete, merchants will be able to accept payments of Circle’s (CRCL) USDC token on-chain while receiving local currency settlements without incurring foreign transaction fees. Shopify said it plans to give 1% cash back to customers who pay with USDC. This feature that will launch later in the year.

Stablecoins, digital tokens whose value is tied to a real-world asset, are finding a wider range of uses than simply allowing traders to move funds between cryptocurrencies without converting to fiat currency. Usage is exploding, with a 54% growth in supply year-on-year, and increased usage by companies such as PayPal (PYPL) and Grab (GRAB) for payments and international remittances.

The new initiative is designed to streamline global commerce with crypto-native infrastructure, lowering costs and boosting efficiency, and is underpinned by a new open-source payments protocol jointly developed by Coinbase and Shopify.

The smart contract and commerce payments protocol supports standard features such as delayed capture, tax calculation and refund processing, and is integrated directly into merchants’ existing order fulfillment systems, the companies said.

Shopify said it selected Base for its low-cost, high-speed, and secure transaction environment, aiming to help bring crypto payments into the mainstream retail experience.

Read more: Shopify Customers Can Now Pay In USDC Via Solana Pay

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AEON Integrates TRON Network to Enable Seamless In-Store Payments https://earlybirdsinvest.com/aeon-integrates-tron-network-to-enable-seamless-in-store-payments/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/aeon-integrates-tron-network-to-enable-seamless-in-store-payments/#respond Thu, 05 Jun 2025 08:50:26 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/aeon-integrates-tron-network-to-enable-seamless-in-store-payments/

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Singapore – June 5, 2025 – AEON, the next-generation crypto framework built for payments, has integrated the TRON network to enable seamless in-store payments. Through AEON Pay, users can now transact using TRX, the native utility token of the TRON network. USDT and USDD on TRON for offline payments are also included to bring fast and low-cost digital payments into everyday retail experiences. This integration marks a major milestone in AEON’s mission to make crypto spending frictionless and widely accessible, while significantly expanding the utility of TRON-based digital assets in global retail environments.

As one of the most actively used public layer-1 blockchains, TRON’s high throughput and low transaction fees have earned it a reputation for fast and secure payments. In addition to TRX, USDD and USDT on TRON can now be used to make purchases at thousands of physical retail locations. From global franchises to local stores, approximately 10,000 brands and 20 million merchants across Southeast Asia can now tap into a circulating supply of $77B+ stablecoins on TRON. Expansion into Africa and Latin America is currently in development.

“TRON encompasses a global community that has embraced blockchain as a fast, affordable, reliable, and stable means of transacting,” said AEON’s CEO, Eddie Li. “The sheer volume of users and stablecoin activity on their network is extremely well-suited to AEON’s growing suite of payment services for users around the world.”

To make purchases, users simply open the AEON Pay app, scan the merchant’s QR code, and pay directly with their TRON-based digital assets. By tapping into TRON’s expansive global user base, AEON is accelerating crypto adoption where it matters most: on the streets, in cafes, and at retail counters.

“AEON Pay’s integration greatly enhances TRON’s mission to become a global settlement layer,” said Sam Elfarra, Community Spokesperson for the TRON DAO. “We each approach the goal of driving Web3 adoption by building bridges between crypto and traditional finance.”

This strategic collaboration with TRON underscores AEON’s leadership in real-world crypto payment innovation. As AEON continues to shape a globally connected Web3 economy, its support for TRON reaffirms its commitment to driving mass adoption of crypto and integrating it into everyday payment experiences.

About AEON

AEON is the next-generation crypto payment framework, built for AI to drive intelligent, automated payments across Web3 and simplify how crypto works in real life. With omni-chain support, AEON’s AI Payments system allows intelligent agents to manage and automate transactions, payments, subscriptions, and remittances for users.

With offerings like Web3 Mobile Payment that allows users to pay with crypto across 10,000 brands at 20+ million retail merchants in SEA, Africa and Latin America, Online Web3 Payment, Swap Pay, and a growing suite of AI-integrated payment services, AEON aims to create a future of crypto finance that’s intelligent, scalable, and borderless, where AI meets real life through seamless, scalable payments for next billion of users.

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About TRON DAO

TRON DAO is a community-governed DAO dedicated to accelerating the decentralization of the internet via blockchain technology and dApps.

Founded in September 2017 by H.E. Justin Sun, the TRON blockchain has experienced significant growth since its MainNet launch in May 2018. TRON hosts the largest circulating supply of USD Tether (USDT) stablecoin, exceeding $77.7 billion. As of June 2025, the TRON blockchain has recorded over 310 million in total user accounts, more than 10 billion in total transactions, and over $21.5 billion in total value locked (TVL), based on TRONSCAN.

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Thai Government Plans to Enable Crypto Spending via Credit Cards for Tourists https://earlybirdsinvest.com/thai-government-plans-to-enable-crypto-spending-via-credit-cards-for-tourists/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/thai-government-plans-to-enable-crypto-spending-via-credit-cards-for-tourists/#respond Wed, 28 May 2025 08:57:51 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/thai-government-plans-to-enable-crypto-spending-via-credit-cards-for-tourists/

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Thailand has recently announced plans to introduce a novel initiative that would allow international tourists to spend cryptocurrencies through credit card-linked payment systems.

The ambitious move, announced by Deputy Prime Minister and Finance Minister Pichai Chunhavajira at an investment seminar in Bangkok, is part of the country’s broader efforts to integrate digital assets into its financial infrastructure and modernize its overall economic system.

Facilitating Crypto Adoption for Tourists

Under the proposed scheme, tourists will have the capability to connect their cryptocurrency holdings to credit cards, facilitating local transactions. Merchants receiving payments would continue to obtain funds in Thai baht, thus remaining unaware that cryptocurrencies were initially used.

According to Minister Pichai, the approach is specifically designed to mitigate risks associated with directly using cryptocurrencies in domestic transactions, safeguarding the stability of Thailand’s national currency.

The adoption of crypto spending for tourists aligns with Thailand’s strategic intent to attract tech-savvy international visitors and to position itself as a “forward-thinking, digitally inclusive economy.”

This method, currently being reviewed by the Ministry of Finance and the Bank of Thailand, aims to leverage existing payment infrastructures, thus facilitating easier and immediate integration once regulatory approvals are secured. Implementation is expected to commence following comprehensive infrastructure assessments and the establishment of necessary regulatory frameworks.

Minister Pichai emphasized that the planned system would be straightforward to implement, provided that all supportive technological and regulatory components are strongly established.

The pilot phase will serve as a practical evaluation of the approach, which if successful, could serve as a model for further integration of digital assets within Thailand’s financial ecosystem.

Broader Financial Regulatory Reform

Asides its cryptocurrency initiative for tourists, Thailand is also advancing significant financial regulatory reforms aimed at unifying the regulatory environment for traditional capital markets and the emerging digital asset sector.

Currently, these two financial sectors operate under distinct sets of regulations, and the proposed unification would streamline operations and enhance market clarity.

Additionally, the Thai government is considering modernizing restrictions on institutional investors, allowing major financial entities, such as life insurers and large investment funds, greater access to equity markets and private-sector investments.

This shift represents a considerable move away from current limitations, where institutional investors are largely restricted to safer assets such as government bonds.

The Ministry of Finance is further drafting legislation intended to enhance the enforcement capabilities of the Thai Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC).

Under the new law, the SEC would potentially gain the authority to directly escalate major legal violations to prosecution stages, thereby strengthening overall regulatory oversight and market fairness.

As part of this broader financial evolution, Minister Pichai also introduced the concept of “G-Tokens,” blockchain-based fractional government bonds accessible to retail investors. This initiative aims to improve investment returns for smaller investors and boost Thailand’s international financial profile.

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How Cross-Chain Bridges Enable Seamless Crypto Transactions? https://earlybirdsinvest.com/how-cross-chain-bridges-enable-seamless-crypto-transactions/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/how-cross-chain-bridges-enable-seamless-crypto-transactions/#respond Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:22:13 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/how-cross-chain-bridges-enable-seamless-crypto-transactions/

The blockchain realm has been a revolutionary form of innovation in the 21st century. However, the expanding acceptance as well as increasing popularity of blockchain has given rise to a plethora of blockchain networks. That’s true! Thus, it has led to the high fragmentation of the blockchain ecosystem, thereby giving rise to interoperability concerns. This is when cross-chain bridges come into the picture. 

The emergence of cross-chain bridges has been a breath of fresh air for the entire blockchain community. Cross Chain Bridges in crypto facilitate composability across diverse blockchain networks. Let’s explore deeper to understand how cross-chain bridges support seamless crypto transactions.

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A Glimpse into Cross-Chain Bridges

Cross Chain Bridges have come into existence as the perfect solution to address interoperability concerns in the crypto space. Cross Chain Bridges can be defined as the protocols that allow the transfer of data, information as well as assets between diverse blockchain networks. You can think of them as connecting agents that support two or more blockchains to engage and interact with each other. Hence, crypto bridges transactions are able to overcome the natural obstacles and bottlenecks that exist within individual blockchain ecosystems.

In the current time when the blockchain realm is booming and expanding like never before, the concept of cross chain bridges has been revolutionary. That’s correct! These bridges have led to the unlocking of a plethora of new possibilities. These new possibilities include better liquidity, a higher satisfaction level of users as well as a higher degree of decentralization. 

Although the concept relating to Cross Chain Bridges in crypto are fairly new, they are full of promise. Within a short span of time, Cross Chain Bridges have successfully paved the way for a new blockchain era. If you are wondering how, the answer is quite straightforward. The emergence of cross-chain bridges has made it possible for isolated blockchain networks to work in a cohesive manner.

Core Mechanisms of Cross-Chain Bridges

Now that you have an insight into cross-chain bridges, you may be wondering, ‘What is a bridge transaction?’ It is very obvious to have this question in mind. However, in order to answer this question, you need to become familiar with the core mechanisms that are involved in cross-chain bridges. By looking at this area, you can understand how cross-chain bridges function, leading to bridge transactions.

When an individual wishes to transfer their asset from one blockchain network to another, the first step involves asset locking. The bridge locks the asset on the source blockchain. It implies that the asset is held securely as it is sent to a custodial wallet or a smart contract. 

  • Creation of Wrapped Assets

In the next stage, Cross cross-chain bridges in crypto are responsible for issuing a corresponding asset. It is also known as a wrapped asset, and this asset is created on the destination blockchain network. The role of the specific asset is of cardinal importance. This is because it represents the value of the user’s original asset.

  • Facilitation of Cross-Chain Transfer

After the wrapped assets have come into existence in the destination chain, they are ready for cross-transfer. That’s right! They are transferred to the user’s wallet on the destination blockchains. Thus, the cross-chain transaction comes to an end.

  • Burning of the Wrapped Assets

In case the user wishes that their asset should return to the original blockchain, this is done by destroying the wrapped asset on the destination chain. After the process, the cross-chain bridge is responsible for unlocking the equivalent amount of the users’ original asset. Therefore, the user has the opportunity to reclaim their asset. The specific model that is adopted ensures that there exists proper consistency when it comes to the supply of the assets in both blockchains. Moreover, it helps prevent issues relating to double spending.

The underlying mechanism of cross-chain bridges serves as a catalyst and boosts interoperability. In order to maximize the benefits of these bridges, you may consider referring to the cross-chain crypto list. It can certainly help you strategically leverage cross-chain bridges and enjoy engaging in seamless crypto transactions.

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Bright future of cross-chain bridges

The future of Cross Chain Bridges is full of promise. It has emerged as a revolutionary solution that helps to improve interoperability in the crypto landscape by bridging the gap between individual blockchain networks. As the crypto realm expands at a rapid pace, the value of cross-chain bridges may further magnify and reach new heights in the future. 

In the future, it is likely that the utility of cross-chain bridges crypto will further skyrocket. With the rising adoption of cryptocurrencies, more people will be willing to engage in crypto bridge transactions. Thus, they will be able to seamlessly transfer assets in the blockchain ecosystem without having to worry about its fragmented nature.

In the evolving and expanding crypto domain cross-chain bridges have the potential to support interoperability at the multi-chain level. By capitalizing on the underlying mechanics of cross-chain bridges in crypto, users will be able to engage in diverse assets and applications without any obstacles. Therefore, crypto bridge transactions can help you derive optimum value from crypto transactions.  

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Potential challenges to consider

In order to get a holistic insight into cross-chain bridges in crypto, it is a must to consider potential challenges that may arise in the path. Even though the future of cross-chain bridges is full of new possibilities, certain challenges may arise. Only by identifying the potential challenges is it possible to prepare oneself to leverage cross-chain bridges to the fullest. 

  • Security-related concerns

One of the main challenges that may arise in the context of crypto bridge transactions revolves around security. That’s right! You cannot ignore the possibility of security-related concerns. As several interaction points exist between different blockchain networks, security may be breached by malicious actors. In case any vulnerability exists in the bridge, it may be exploited, leading to the compromise of the asset transfer process. 

Another challenge for the users of crypto bridge transactions may arise in the form of high cost. Crypto bridge transactions may be much more expensive in comparison to other transactions that take place within individual blockchain networks. Thus, if you plan to make use of cross-chain bridges in crypto, you should be ready to bear additional transaction fees.

  • Poor degree of standardization

Although Cross cross-chain bridges have the potential to revolutionize the crypto landscape by redefining interoperability, a major obstacle may arise in the path. The obstacle is related to the absence of standardization. Due to poor standardization in terms of protocols, ambiguity may arise in the context of cross-chain bridges in crypto. It may undoubtedly diminish its potential and the value that users are able to derive from crypto bridges transactions. 

  • Concerns relating to scalability

Another potential challenge revolves around scalability aspects. The rising popularity as well as acceptance of cross chain bridges in crypto may give rise to scalability issues. The issue may further intensify when the traffic is high. Thus, users may find it challenging to effectively transfer their assets from one blockchain network to another. If focus is not laid on improving the scalability feature of Cross Chain Bridges in the future, it may act as a major hinderance for users. This is because the overall performance as well as reliability of crypto bridges transactions may diminish. 

In the future, stringent and complex regulations may arise in the crypto realm. These regulations may increase the overall complications with regard to crypto bridges transactions. The lack of adherence to the necessary regulations and legislation may give rise to serious problems for diverse stakeholders that exist in the crypto space. 

The challenges that have been identified need to be addressed in a strategic manner. Only by adopting a strategic approach will it be possible to optimally utilize cross-chain bridges in crypto and engage in seamless crypto transactions. 

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Final words

The introduction of cross-chain bridges has been a transformational force in the prevailing cryptocurrency realm. These bridges have created a unique pathway that can help in addressing the concerns relating to the interoperability aspect of blockchain. The crypto bridges transactions allow users to transfer assets between different blockchain networks. 

As a result, it has become possible to overcome the issues concerning the fragmented nature of individual blockchains. In order to leverage cross-chain bridges in crypto to the fullest you need to understand its underlying mechanisms and associated challenges at a comprehensive level. 

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CoinPayments and Verified Investing Education Partner to Enable Crypto Payments for Master Trading Courses https://earlybirdsinvest.com/coinpayments-and-verified-investing-education-partner-to-enable-crypto-payments-for-master-trading-courses/ https://earlybirdsinvest.com/coinpayments-and-verified-investing-education-partner-to-enable-crypto-payments-for-master-trading-courses/#respond Fri, 14 Feb 2025 15:12:21 +0000 https://earlybirdsinvest.com/coinpayments-and-verified-investing-education-partner-to-enable-crypto-payments-for-master-trading-courses/

Crypto payments adoption is growing fast and globally, especially after the pandemic. Likewise, two industries have experienced exponential growth in recent years: e-learning and trading.

At CoinPayments, we are delighted to support both sectors simultaneously thanks to our latest partnership. Today we announce that our crypto payment gateway has been integrated by Verified Investing Education, one of the best educational platforms for stock and cryptocurrency trading.

Now, users can learn how to become winning traders with Verified Investing Education’s first-class trading courses and then pay for those courses with cryptocurrencies.

Want to know more? Here are all the details, but first let’s get to know our new partner in more detail.

About Verified Investing Education

Verified Investing Education is an educational platform co-founded by Gareth Soloway, a master trader with over 20 years of profitable trading experience.

Throughout his career, Gareth has given investors major tops and bottoms in the stock market, gold, silver and cryptocurrencies. He has also helped thousands of traders achieve financial freedom through his proven 80+% win rate on trade alerts and his highly accurate technical analysis.

Now, newcomers and experienced traders alike can learn how to become winning traders in stocks, crypto, commodities, or forex in this new 3-course series designed for traders of all levels to go from never having placed a trade to ultimate trading mastery.

The bundle to master trading 

IIn collaboration with Kitco Media and The Better Traders, Verified Investing Education has created The Winning Trader Series by Gareth Soloway, a 3-course series that includes:

  1. Strategies of a Winning Trader, where you can learn how to trade the right way for building a solid and profitable trading foundation.
  2. Setups of a Winning Trader, where Gareth Soloway will teach you advanced technical analysis techniques that will help you become a winning trader.
  3. Secrets of a Winning Trader, where you will gain full access to Gareth’s favorite and most advanced signals, confirmations, go-to chart patterns, and his most closely held secret ingredients for ultimate trading mastery.

Each course can be purchased separately as a stand-alone solution that provides high-level, quality trading education. However, Verified Investing Education has created the ultimate trading learning package: the Master Trader Bundle.

With this bundle, you will have access to all 3 courses, as well as to a number of exclusive benefits such as

  • 18 hours of livestream training with Gareth Soloway.
  • Additional rewards and opportunities.
  • Special discounts & exclusive bonuses.

For a complete A-Z roadmap to mastering stock and cryptocurrency trading, see the Verified Investing Education website* and the social media details** at the end of the blog post.

Learn trading, pay with crypto

The widespread adoption of cryptocurrencies is rising exponentially, reaching all sectors. Now it is also a reality in the e-learning trading industry.

Thanks to the integration with CoinPayments, cryptocurrencies are available as a payment method for the Master Trader Bundle and The Winning Trader Series courses.

A partnership that opens up an incredible opportunity, as Verified Investing Education says.

At tAt the moment, Verified Investing Education allows paying for its courses with 4 different cryptocurrencies:

  • Bitcoin (BTC) 
  • Ethereum (ETH) 
  • Solana (SOL) 
  • Tether (USDT) via Ethereum network -ERC20- 

However, they could enable up to 120 different cryptocurrencies to be accepted thanks to the versatility of CoinPayments system.

This is one major advantage of integrating the world’s leading cryptocurrency payment gateway, but there is more.

Advantages of accepting crypto with CoinPayments 

  • Reaching a new audience. An increasing number of people worldwide want to pay for their online purchases with cryptocurrencies. 
  • Reduce transaction fees. While credit cards charge 2-4% transaction fees, CoinPayments charges only 0.5%, the lowest in the industry. 
  • Raising the bottom line. According to a study by Zippia, 40% of customers who pay with crypto spend twice as much money. 
  • No more delays. Crypto payments are received within minutes, even if it’s after 5 pm, on weekends or holidays. 
  • Avoiding friendly fraud. Thanks to Blockchain technology, any crypto payment is impossible to be returned, unlike traditional payment methods. 

These and other advantages of accepting cryptocurrencies with CoinPayments have motivated Verified Investing Education to open this new payment method for its courses. 

Embrace crypto in your business easily with CoinPayments 

Verified Investing Education and more than 117,000 merchants worldwide are already enjoying all the benefits of accepting cryptocurrencies with CoinPayments.

If you are an entrepreneur offering educational products and services or have a business of any kind, accepting cryptocurrency payments is a natural step. We make that step easy for you.

Sign up now for your Business account and start accepting Bitcoin, Ethereum, and over 120 other cryptocurrencies today.


*Verified Investing Education website: verifiedinvestingeducation.com 

**Verified Investing Education on Twitter. 

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