Xapo Reports 24% Jump in Bitcoin Loans, Surging Stablecoin Use in Emerging Markets
Xapo Bank recorded a 24% global increase in bitcoin-backed loan initiations during Q2 2025, with European members driving 72% of the total volume, according to its Digital Wealth Report released this week. Xapo Q2: Bitco...
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