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#StripeStablecoinAccounts Stripe and Cryptocurrency: What is it?

Stripe is one of the largest payment platforms in the world (fintech company) that allows businesses to accept online payments. In the context of cryptocurrency, “Stripe crypto” usually means that Stripe:
• Supports the acceptance of payments in cryptocurrency (for example, USDC — a stablecoin based on Ethereum, Solana blockchains, etc.).
• Allows converting crypto to fiat (dollars, euros, etc.) so that sellers do not have to deal with volatility.
• Integrates Web3 projects — Stripe supports blockchain startups for user verification (KYC), payouts, etc.

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Examples of usage:
• In 2022–2024, Stripe allowed payouts in USDC through the Solana network.
• The platform actively works with NFT marketplaces and wallets, such as Phantom or Rainbow.
• Many Web3 startups use Stripe for legal fiat on-ramping (withdrawing money from crypto to dollars or euros).

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Stripe is not a cryptocurrency — it is a bridge between traditional finance and the crypto sphere.

Do you want examples of websites that already accept cryptocurrency payments through Stripe?

#BTCBreaks99K As of May 8, 2025, the price of Bitcoin (BTC) fluctuates between $98,900–$99,400 USD, which is close to the historical maximum.

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📈 Current Bitcoin Price
• In US Dollars (USD): approximately $99,250 . 
• In Ukrainian Hryvnias (UAH): about ₴4,123,796 for 1 BTC . 

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📊 Additional Information
• Market Capitalization: over $1.97 trillion . 
• Number of Bitcoins in circulation: approximately 19,861,781 BTC . 

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🔮 Forecasts

Analysts predict that the price of Bitcoin could reach $250,000 by the end of 2025 and $1,000,000 by 2030 . 

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$BTC Stefan Thomas – lost access to 7002 BTC

Stefan Thomas is a German programmer who lost access to a wallet containing 7002 BTC, which at its peak was worth over $300 million.

What happened:
• In 2011, he received bitcoins as payment for creating the video “What is Bitcoin?”.
• He stored the private key on an encrypted IronKey flash drive.
• He wrote down the password on a piece of paper… which he later lost.

IronKey allows only 10 password attempts – after which the contents are destroyed.

Current status:
• He has only 2 attempts left.
• He is not trying to guess because he understands that each mistake brings him closer to total loss.
• In 2021, he stated that he has come to terms with it and does not want this money to “consume his life.”

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This story is often cited as an example of how irreversible the loss of access to cryptocurrency can be without backups or a reliable storage method.

$USDC USDC (USD Coin) — is a stable cryptocurrency (stablecoin) pegged to the US dollar at a 1:1 ratio. It is designed to provide stability in value in the digital environment, combining the advantages of cryptocurrencies with the reliability of traditional currencies. 

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🔹 Key facts about USDC
• Issuer: Circle, which since 2023 has been the sole operator of USDC after the dissolution of the Centre consortium, a joint project with Coinbase. 
• Backing: Each USDC token is fully backed by reserves in cash and short-term US government bonds, held in regulated financial institutions such as Bank of New York Mellon. Reserve management is conducted by BlackRock. 
• Transparency: Circle regularly publishes independent reports on the status of reserves, ensuring a high level of user trust. 
• Blockchain platforms: USDC is available on various blockchains, including Ethereum (ERC-20), Solana, Polygon, Avalanche, and others. In 2024, support for USDC on the Tron blockchain was discontinued due to a risk review.

$USDC USDC (USD Coin) is a stable cryptocurrency (stablecoin) pegged to the US dollar at a 1:1 ratio. It is designed to provide stability of value in the digital environment, combining the advantages of cryptocurrencies with the reliability of traditional currencies. 

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🔹 Key facts about USDC
• Issuer: Circle, which has been the sole operator of USDC since 2023 after the dissolution of the Centre consortium, a joint project with Coinbase. 
• Collateral: Each USDC token is fully backed by reserves in cash and short-term US government bonds, held in regulated financial institutions such as Bank of New York Mellon. Reserve management is carried out by BlackRock. 
• Transparency: Circle regularly publishes independent reports on the status of reserves, ensuring a high level of user trust. 
• Blockchain platforms: USDC is available on various blockchains, including Ethereum (ERC-20), Solana, Polygon, Avalanche, and others. In 2024, support for USDC on the Tron blockchain was discontinued due to a review of risks. 

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💰 The role of USDC in the financial system
• Usage: USDC is widely used for international transfers, cryptocurrency trading, DeFi protocols, and as a means of storing value.
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$USDC USDC (USD Coin) is a stable cryptocurrency (stablecoin) pegged to the US dollar at a 1:1 ratio. It was created to provide stability of value in the digital environment, combining the advantages of cryptocurrencies with the reliability of traditional currencies.

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🔹 Key facts about USDC
• Issuer: Circle, which has been the sole operator of USDC since 2023 after the dissolution of the Centre consortium, a joint project with Coinbase.
• Backing: Each USDC token is fully backed by reserves in cash and short-term US government bonds, held in regulated financial institutions such as Bank of New York Mellon. The management of reserves is conducted by BlackRock.
• Transparency: Circle regularly publishes independent reports on the state of reserves, providing a high level of user trust.
• Blockchain platforms: USDC is available on various blockchains, including Ethereum (ERC-20), Solana, Polygon, Avalanche, and others. In 2024, support for USDC on the Tron blockchain was discontinued due to a risk review.

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💰 Role of USDC in the financial system
• Usage: USDC is widely used for international transfers, cryptocurrency trading, DeFi protocols, and as a means of storing value.

$BTC Where will Bitcoin go next — a question to which no one can definitely answer, but we can assess the likely scenarios for 2025:

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1. Bullish Scenario (BTC → $100K–150K+)

Conditions:
• Institutional investors enter en masse (ETFs, pension funds, etc.)
• Few negative news/regulations
• Strong macroeconomics or inflation (people looking for a hedge)

Probability: high if it stays above $60K and hype is maintained.

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2. Sideways ($55K–70K)

Conditions:
• The market has saturated after halving
• Investors are waiting for new triggers (such as the launch of new ETFs, political elections in the USA)
• High activity of altcoins and meme coins is diverting attention

Probability: medium — if there are no clear growth drivers.

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3. Bearish Scenario (BTC → $40K or below)

Conditions:
• Strict regulation from the SEC or other countries
• Global crisis, stock market crash, panic
• Collapse of a major crypto project (like FTX earlier)

Probability: low, but always possible (especially in case of surprises).

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Final Note:

Technically: if BTC holds above $60–65K in May-June — we will likely see new highs by autumn.

Do you want me to create a chart for you with all three scenarios?

$TRUMP Here's how Trump might look if he talked about crypto in his style:

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"Crypto is great. It's a revolution. I would say, I even invented crypto. People say it’s Satoshi... But has anyone seen Satoshi? No. But me - they have seen. So, think for yourselves."

"And also - if you invested in Bitcoin, you are a genius. If not - it’s a conspiracy, all rigged. But we will fix it all. I promise."

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Do you want a few more such 'quotes' from Trump about crypto, or a meme in the style of a poster/photo?

#BTCPrediction The Bitcoin forecast always depends on a bunch of factors: macroeconomics, interest in ETFs, regulation, halving, geopolitics, and market sentiment. As of May 2025, the situation looks like this:

Current picture (as of May 2025)

(I update data from the real market, if needed — just let me know.) But the general trends:
• After the halving in April 2024, Bitcoin has historically tended to rise over the next 12-18 months.
• ETFs in the USA have launched, which has brought a significant influx of institutional money.
• The target of many analysts is $100,000+ in 2025.

Forecasts for 2025 (from various sources):

Factors that may influence:
• Bullish: institutional investments, stable dollar, economic instability in the world.
• Bearish: new regulation, collapse of stablecoins, geopolitical escalation.

Do you want a brief chart-forecast or a comparison with past cycles?

#MEMEAct The term "meme crypto" (or "meme coins") refers to cryptocurrencies that were created more as a joke or meme than as a serious investment project. However, some of them have gained immense popularity and increased in value due to hype and communities on social media.

Key characteristics of meme crypto:
• Lack of foundation — usually do not have serious technology or real application.
• Dependence on community — growth depends on popularity in the network (Twitter/X, Reddit, etc.).
• High risk/high reward — you can catch X100, but also lose everything.
• Examples:
• Dogecoin (DOGE) — the father of all meme coins, started as a joke in 2013.
• Shiba Inu (SHIB) — dubbed the "Dogecoin killer."
• Pepe (PEPE) — based on the famous internet meme of the frog.
• Floki, Bonk, Wojak, Jeo Boden — new popular meme coins.

Why do they "take off"?
1. Meme-ability — easy to remember.
2. Virality — easily spread on social media.
3. Speculation — traders and influencers often "pump" them for quick profits.

Want examples of trending meme coins in 2025 or a meme about crypto?

#EUPrivacyCoinBan The European Union (EU) has a clear and gradually formalized position on cryptocurrencies. Here are the main points to know as of 2024–2025:

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1. Legislative Framework — MiCA Regulation

In April 2023, the EU officially adopted the MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) regulation — the first major legislation in the world that systematically regulates the cryptocurrency market. It will come into full effect in 2024–2025.

What MiCA entails:
• Requirements for crypto companies — licensing, reporting, anti-money laundering (AML/KYC).
• Regulation of stablecoins — mandatory asset backing.
• Consumer protection and fraud prevention.
• Public disclosure of information about crypto assets prior to their launch (whitepaper).
• Increased transparency in the operations of exchanges and wallets.

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2. Digital Euro

The European Central Bank (ECB) is actively working on the issuance of a digital euro (CBDC). Currently, the preparation phase for implementation is ongoing — testing, consultations with the public and banks.

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3. Tax Regulation

The EU aims to standardize cryptocurrency taxation:
• Member countries are gradually introducing rules for declaring profits from cryptocurrency.
• Some countries (Germany, Portugal)

#AppleCryptoUpdate 1. Cryptocurrency wallets on iPhone

Official wallet apps are available for download from the App Store on iPhone:
• Trust Wallet — a convenient multi-currency wallet (BTC, ETH, BNB, etc.)
• MetaMask — a popular wallet for Ethereum and DeFi
• Coinbase Wallet — suitable for both storage and trading
• Binance App — a cryptocurrency exchange with a built-in wallet

All these apps utilize the built-in cryptographic features of the iPhone, such as protection via Face ID / Touch ID.

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2. Crypto payments via Apple Pay

Some platforms already allow purchasing goods with cryptocurrency through Apple Pay. This is facilitated by intermediaries like Mesh:
• For example, you can select “Pay with Apple Pay,” but BTC or ETH will be deducted from your crypto wallet.
• It looks like a regular payment — but “under the hood” it works with crypto.

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3. Crypto security on iPhone

iPhone has a secure environment called Secure Enclave, where private keys are stored (if the wallet supports it). This complicates hacking or data theft.

#DigitalAssetBill In Ukraine, new legislation regarding cryptocurrencies is being prepared, which is set to come into effect on January 1, 2026. This draft law provides for comprehensive regulation of the virtual assets market and establishes clear taxation rules for individuals and businesses.

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🔍 Key provisions of the new draft law

📌 Status of cryptocurrency
• Cryptocurrency is defined as movable property in electronic form that exists due to blockchain technology.
• It is not considered a legal means of payment and is classified as a separate type of digital asset.

💰 Taxation
• Individuals:
• Taxation will occur only during the conversion of cryptocurrency into fiat currency (hryvnia, dollar, etc.).
• The tax rate will be 18% of net income plus 1.5% military tax.
• In 2026, a preferential rate of 5% will apply to crypto assets acquired before the law comes into effect.
• Legal entities:
• Transactions with cryptocurrency are allowed only under the general taxation system.
• Single tax payers will not be able to carry out transactions with virtual assets.

#SaylorBTCPurchase Michael Saylor – an American entrepreneur, co-founder and CEO of MicroStrategy, known for his fanatical attitude towards Bitcoin. He has become one of the largest corporate Bitcoin holders in the world.

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Key facts about Michael Saylor:
• Company: MicroStrategy (analytics and business intelligence).
• First major Bitcoin buyer: In 2020, MicroStrategy began accumulating BTC as a reserve asset instead of dollars.
• How many Bitcoins: By 2025, MicroStrategy owns over 200,000 BTC (worth over $12 billion+).
• Personal stance: Saylor considers Bitcoin "digital gold", the only reliable form of money in the long term.
• Public voice: Actively speaks in interviews, at conferences, YouTube, X (Twitter), promoting Bitcoin philosophy.

$BTC Here are some well-known hacking attacks related to Bitcoin and cryptocurrency in general:

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1. Mt. Gox (2014)
• Lost: ~850,000 BTC (at the time over $450 million, now — billions).
• What happened: A Japanese exchange that processed ~70% of global BTC transactions at the time suffered a years-long theft due to vulnerabilities in the system.

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2. Bitfinex (2016)
• Lost: ~120,000 BTC (over $70 million at the time, now — over $7 billion).
• What happened: Hackers exploited a bug in the multi-signature system from a third-party provider. Some of the Bitcoins were laundered for years until the FBI arrested the suspects in 2022.

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3. Ronin Network (Axie Infinity) — 2022
• Lost: ~$625 million (not only BTC, but also ETH/USDC).
• What happened: The North Korean-controlled Lazarus group hacked the private keys of validators.

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4. NiceHash (2017)
• Lost: 4,700 BTC ($64 million at the time).
• What happened: A breach of the password management system — hackers accessed the service's wallet.

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5. Poly Network (2021)
• Lost: ~$611 million (ETH, BSC, USDT, etc.).
• What happened: Exploitation of vulnerabilities in smart contracts. Interestingly, the hacker (or “white hat”) returned the funds.

In his first 100 days of the second presidential term, Donald Trump implemented a series of large-scale and controversial reforms that significantly changed both domestic and foreign policy in the United States.

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🏛️ Domestic Policy
• 142 executive orders: A record number covering immigration, the economy, energy, and social issues.
• Immigration: The Laken Riley Act was signed, deportations were intensified, a state of emergency was declared at the border with Mexico, and an attempt was initiated to revoke birthright citizenship.
• Education: The Department of Education was abolished, and programs related to critical race theory and diversity were canceled.
• Energy: A state of emergency in energy was declared, restrictions on drilling and oil extraction were lifted, contributing to the growth of domestic production.

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💼 Economy and Trade
• “Liberation Day” (April 2): A basic tariff of 10% on all imports was introduced, with increased rates up to 54% for certain countries such as China. This caused a global market crash.
• Tax Reform: A proposal was made to eliminate taxes on tips, overtime work, and social security payments.

#AltcoinETFsPostponed Altseason — is a period in the crypto market when altcoins (all coins except Bitcoin) show significant growth compared to BTC. In other words, altcoins grow faster than Bitcoin, and BTC's dominance in the market decreases.

How to understand that the altseason is starting:
1. BTC dominance falls below ~45–50%.
2. Bitcoin is 'stuck' in a sideways movement or is growing slowly.
3. Capital flows into top altcoins (ETH, SOL, AVAX, etc.), then into mid and small projects.
4. Interest in new tokens, meme coins, and airdrop projects increases.
5. Trading volumes in altcoins increase.

When to expect the next altseason (as of 2025)?
• Historically, altseason arrives a few months after a significant rise in BTC or its hardcore stabilization.
• If BTC is already approaching its peak in the cycle (for example, 80–100 thousand dollars) and moves into consolidation — this is a good premise.
• 2025 is a likely year for altseason, as the halving has already occurred (in April 2024), historically this pushes the market up after 6–12 months.

What to do now:
• Monitor BTC dominance (for example, through TradingView: 'BTC.D').
• Select strong altcoins with a strategy for the long or medium term.
• Do not go all-in — the market is very volatile.

#AirdropStepByStep Airdrop in crypto is the distribution of tokens or coins for free, usually to promote a new project or reward the community. The main goal is to attract attention, increase the number of users, and ensure the decentralization of tokens.

There are several types of airdrops:
1. Standard (no actions): you simply receive tokens if you hold a certain cryptocurrency or wallet.
2. Bounty airdrop: you need to complete tasks - subscribe to social networks, retweet, fill out a form, etc.
3. Holder airdrop: tokens are given for holding another cryptocurrency (for example, if you held ETH, you received tokens of a new project).
4. Exclusive/loyalty airdrop: for early users of the platform or active community participants.
5. Hard fork airdrop: creation of new cryptocurrency through the split of an existing network (like Bitcoin Cash after the Bitcoin fork).

Pros:
• Free tokens.
• Opportunity to earn from price appreciation.
• Low entry threshold.

Cons:
• Often scams or phishing attacks.
• Low real value of tokens.
• May require sharing personal data or access to your wallet.

#AirdropSafetyGuide Airdrop in crypto is the distribution of tokens or coins for free, usually to promote a new project or reward the community. The main goal is to attract attention, increase the number of users, and ensure the decentralization of tokens.

There are several types of airdrops:
1. Standard (no action): you simply receive tokens if you hold a certain cryptocurrency or wallet.
2. Bounty airdrop: you need to complete tasks — follow on social media, retweet, fill out a form, etc.
3. Holder airdrop: tokens are given for holding another cryptocurrency (for example, if you held ETH — you receive tokens of a new project).
4. Exclusive/loyalty airdrop: for early users of the platform or active community participants.
5. Hard fork airdrop: the creation of new crypto through the splitting of an existing network (like Bitcoin Cash after the Bitcoin fork).

Pros:
• Free tokens.
• Opportunity to profit from the increase in value.
• Low entry threshold.

Cons:
• Often scams or phishing attacks.
• Low real value of tokens.
• May require giving personal information or access to the wallet.

#XRPETFs The Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA), enacted in 2017 during President Donald Trump’s first term, introduced significant reductions in individual and corporate tax rates. Many of these provisions are set to expire at the end of 2025. In his second term, President Trump is advocating for the permanent extension of these tax cuts, along with additional tax relief measures.  

Key Proposals in the 2025 Tax Plan
• Permanent Extension of 2017 Tax Cuts: The administration seeks to make the individual tax cuts from the TCJA permanent, preventing their scheduled expiration at the end of 2025.
• New Tax Breaks: Proposals include eliminating taxes on tips and Social Security income, making car loan interest tax-deductible, and introducing new benefits for manufacturers. 
• Adjustments to SALT Deduction Cap: Discussions are ongoing about modifying the state and local tax (SALT) deduction cap, a point of contention among lawmakers from high-tax states. 

Fiscal Implications

Extending and expanding these tax cuts is estimated to add between $4.6 trillion and $5.8 trillion to the national debt over the next decade. To offset these costs, Republicans propose $2 trillion in federal spending cuts over ten years, targeting programs such as Medicaid, green energy tax credits, education, and agriculture.  

Political Landscape

The proposed tax plan faces challenges within Congress. House Republicans aim to finalize the legislation by Memorial Day, but disagreements persist over how to cover the costs and the extent of spending cuts. Moderate Republicans express concerns about potential harm to Medicaid beneficiaries and environmental programs, while some fiscal conservatives advocate for deeper spending reductions.