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Meme stock Reddit nerds have been notoriously anti-crypto for years. So when we saw that GameStop was about to purchase BTC, and quite a bit of it, we were a bit taken aback.

Are they turning their backs on the very retail investors that saved the company several years ago? Or are they wisely moving in a different direction now that the meme stock phase has died off?

Let’s get after it.

From the Dypto Crypto Newsroom

GameStop Is Getting into the Bitcoin Game

TLDR

• GameStop is adding Bitcoin to its balance sheet.

• The board approved the action last week.

• The company will follow Strategy’s plan of using convertible debt notes to buy up to $1.3 billion in crypto.

If someone told you a year ago that GameStop, the retailer that’s more famous for being a meme stock than selling video games and Funko Pops, would pivot into the video game version of Strategy, would you believe it? 

Well, here we are. GameStop is officially entering the crypto scene,

Why GameStop entering crypto matters. 

You might be asking yourself, “Why does it matter that GameStop wants to buy Bitcoin? Isn’t this just a company trying to stay relevant?” 

Fair question. And first off, yes. 

But here are some other reasons worth noting. 

1. Building on a Trend – GameStop stepping into the crypto arena mirrors what other companies like Strategy and even Tesla have done to diversify their portfolios. These companies believe Bitcoin is a store of value and a potential hedge against inflation. It also looks pretty on the balance sheet. 

2. Connecting to Crypto Culture – The company already has a massive following within internet and gaming culture. If you’re active in crypto communities, you’ll notice a lot of gamers are also here. By investing in Bitcoin, GameStop is leaning into that shared interest. 

3. The Future of Retail and Crypto – Retail companies experimenting with Bitcoin could redefine how we view and interact with traditional businesses. Imagine buying a vintage Nintendo cartridge from GameStop using crypto someday. Far-fetched? Maybe, but GameStop’s investment in Bitcoin opens the door to opportunities like these down the line. 

Read the full article at Dypto Crypto

Binance Introduces CEX to DEX Trading For a Seamless UX

TLDR

• Binance has released two new features to enhance user experience.

• The first allows users to perform seamless CEX to DEX trading.

• The second feature combines Binance Connect with Binance Wallet, letting users buy crypto with fiat with Apple Pay, debit and credit cards, and more.

Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange, is pushing the boundaries of convenience by bridging the gap between centralized exchanges (CEX) and decentralized exchanges (DEX). 

With its latest feature, Binance Wallet now allows users to trade tokens directly using their Binance Exchange funds.

Why these new features are ultra-relevant. 

For crypto beginners, onboarding can often feel like a headache, especially when it comes to moving between fiat and crypto or navigating separate centralized and decentralized platforms. 

By integrating Binance Connect and enabling fiat-to-crypto purchases directly in Wallet, Binance is reducing these barriers to entry. Users can expect faster transactions, complete control over their assets, and access to competitive rates all in one platform.

Read the full article at Dypto Crypto

UAE Digital Dirham Set to Roll Out in Q4 2025

TLDR

• The UAE plans to release a CBDC by Q4 of this year.

• The country has been working on the idea for nearly two years. They believe blockchain tech provides more safety for users and will help prevent financial crime.

• The speed of blockchain transactions could promote more international trade with the country and attract more businesses.

The United Arab Emirates is gearing up for a major leap in its financial system with the highly anticipated launch of its digital dirham, a central bank digital currency (CBDC), slated for the fourth quarter of 2025. 

Why UAE’s CBDC matters.

Governments are no longer just observing the rise of digital currencies from the sidelines. They are stepping in and designing alternatives fully backed and regulated by their central banks. 

For businesses, especially those in fintech and e-commerce, the digital dirham could mean fewer transaction costs, faster payments, and smoother cross-border trade. Sending money to another country could become as quick and cheap as sending an email. 

That’s the promise the UAE is tapping into, which will undoubtedly draw more international trade and become an even more welcoming place for companies (especially tech startups).

Read the full article at Dypto Crypto

Question of the Week

Multiple YouTube and TikTok followers - Please explain burning tokens and token takes.

Meme of the Week

Source

Deep Dive - “Internet Money Thingys”

A mystery crypto enthusiast created a Dypto Crypto-themed meme coin after our founder, Peter, posted a video referring to meme coins as “Internet Money Thingys”. Spoiler alert: That someone wasn’t us — but we thought it was hilarious and we’re all for it. 

“Internet Money Thingys” is a meme coin created on Pump.fun, the Solana-based crypto launchpad known for its user-friendly token creation. 

Pump.fun gives users the power to create tokens instantly and trade them on the platform or, for the ambitious ones, scale their tokens onto decentralized exchanges in a process called “graduation.” While meme coins are famously known for having “no utility” outside of speculation, they’ve become a vibrant space for community-driven projects and creative chaos.

The story behind this one is tied to one of Peter’s videos where he casually referred to meme coins as “Internet Money Thingys.” It happens right around the 20-minute mark.

Someone in the Pump.fun community fully embraced the comment, turned it into a coin, and chaos ensued. With the internet being the internet, it wasn’t long before the coin gained hype, generating $10 million in volume and sparking conversations across platforms like X and Telegram.

For the record, we had NO hand in creating the meme coin, but watching the community rally around it has been an absolute blast.

Even though we had no part in making or promoting the token, we appreciate the love and support that has come to our platform since its launch. From the entire Dypto Crypto Team, thank you.

Read the full article at Dypto Crypto

Question of the Week Answer

Let's talk about crypto token "burning." No, despite how overly dramatic crypto can be, nothing is being set on literal fire. Burning tokens removes them from the circulation — forever. Think of it like tossing them into a black hole where they can never be used, traded, or seen again.

The goal? Scarcity. 

Some projects will add a tax to transactions and then burn those taxes, removing them from the total circulating supply.

Reducing the total supply of a token means that the remaining tokens might become more valuable (in theory). It’s the crypto world’s version of upping the exclusivity factor. 

Does it actually work? 

On paper? Sure. Mostly, burning tokens can boost confidence and drive demand, which is the avenue most projects use it for. Most of the time, it’s just a flashy move that doesn’t have much long-term effect. The official Dypto Crypto verdict? It sounds neat, but it has yet to be proven in practice.

Luckily, there’s more than one way to skin a token. Some projects use a concept called "locking" to restrict the circulation of their tokens. This means that a certain number of tokens are held by team members, investors, or even community members for a set period of time before they can be traded or used. Unfortunately, most of these tokens are instantly dumped upon unlocking.

Locking tokens creates an artificial shortage, similar to burning them, but without actually reducing the total supply. It's a popular tactic among newer projects that want to build hype and increase demand for their token.

So what’s the play? Well, that’s up to you. There’s a large gambling element, especially with memes and new DeFi projects. Unless you truly believe in the long term potential of a project or token, the best thing you can do is buy low and sell high. That’s pretty much all there is to it, and the only real way for gamblers to win.

Want something to buy and hold forever? Well, those are going to be your blue chip tokens — BNB, BTC, and ETH.

Invest in crypto via proxy? Check out stocks like MARA Holding, Strategy, and Cleanspark.

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