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Stablecoins: Payments are surging even if supply is barely moving
While the total amount of stablecoins in circulation is stagnant, big players like Visa and Stripe are making them the main character of global payments.
Stablecoin growth hits a wall when bank savings rates rise
If you are wondering why your stablecoin bags aren't mooning, bank interest rates might be the reason.
Circle defends USDC business model as stablecoin competition heats up
The stablecoin issuer is breaking down its financials to show why it maintains its current fee structure amidst pressure from new, yield-sharing rivals.
Tokenization boom: Why the big money is still chasing the infrastructure
Citrini Research says real-world assets are hitting the blockchain, but bagging the big gains means figuring out who actually gets paid.
Polygon moves into payments as Coinme acquisition signals industry pivot
Polygon Labs is pivoting to become a payments-focused company to directly compete with giants like Visa and Stripe.
Bank interest rates could slow down stablecoin growth, study says
A new BIS report suggests banks can keep customers from moving cash into stablecoins like USDC and USDT just by upping their own deposit rates.
Circle eyes massive global expansion for USDC as stablecoin use surges
The stablecoin issuer is plotting a move into 40 new markets across the globe as demand for internet-based money hits an inflection point.
ECB digital euro plans move forward as Christine Lagarde eyes retail
The European Central Bank is betting big on a digital euro to boost competition, even as they navigate the current inflation grind.
Crypto updates: Stablecoin savings, Solana events, and AI hacks
Stablecoins are crushing bank fees, Solana’s Shanghai tour hits a snag, and an AI model went rogue on a crypto wallet.
Stablecoins are officially wrecking traditional bank transfer fees
Sending money across borders is way cheaper on-chain, with new data showing stablecoin rails cut costs by up to 84% compared to legacy banking.
Tokenized Stocks: Why 70% of Trades Now Happen Outside Wall Street Hours
On-chain equities are changing the game by trading 24/7, while Bitcoin miners struggle to fund their AI pivots.
Deutsche Bank enters crypto custody market with German launch and Asian expansion
The banking giant is officially jumping into digital assets, targeting growth through Bitcoin, Ether, and major stablecoins.
Circle eyes massive global expansion for USDC as stablecoin use surges
The company behind USDC is targeting 50 emerging markets to challenge traditional banking and take a bigger bite out of the global cross-border payments pie.
Tokenized assets and stablecoins: Key takeaways from Cointelegraph's Singapore event
Experts discuss why on-chain liquidity, user experience, and market fragmentation are the biggest hurdles for the future of decentralized finance.
Russia to ban peer-to-peer bitcoin trading starting in 2027
New central bank rules will force all crypto transactions through licensed, state-approved intermediaries, effectively killing P2P.
Donald Trump crypto policy team hits a wall as top advisers exit
With the departure of Patrick Witt, the White House's dedicated crypto policy shop is currently ghosting the industry.
Sweden central bank eyes digital krona to keep up with the ECB
The Riksbank is worried that falling behind on CBDC tech could leave the Swedish krona vulnerable to foreign stablecoins.
Mastercard launches global crypto-fiat bridge with BVNK integration
The payments giant is making moves to let businesses hold and spend stablecoins alongside traditional cash in one seamless flow.
Polygon secures 48-state payment access after Coinme acquisition
The blockchain firm just leveled up its US payments game, bagging 37 transmitter licenses to make on-chain-to-cash conversions smooth.
AI agents are fueling a massive surge in crypto micro-payments
New data shows autonomous AI bots are making millions of tiny crypto transactions to pay for digital services like computing power and data.
Crypto market update: Ledger security, bank acquisitions, and stablecoins
Standard Chartered pushes back its $2T stablecoin forecast while Kraken’s parent moves on a bank and Ledger faces supply chain drama.
Circle's USDC gets 'significant' label from EU under MiCA rules
The EBA is officially leveling up oversight for the world's second-largest stablecoin to ensure it plays by European rules.
Standard Chartered sees stablecoin market hitting $2T by 2030
The banking giant says transaction volume is peaking, but the road to a $2T market cap is moving a little slower than they first thought.
Coins.ph faces potential license revocation in Philippines regulatory probe
The country's largest crypto exchange is under fire from the central bank for allegedly supporting offshore gambling operations.
FASB stablecoin accounting update could be a massive W for corporate adoption
New proposed accounting rules might finally let companies list stablecoins as cash equivalents on their balance sheets.
France considers new crypto taxes on stablecoin swaps and exit fees
A legislative committee wants to close tax loopholes for digital assets, but the proposal faces an uncertain future as budget negotiations heat up.
Visa survey reveals APAC appetite for stablecoins
Nearly half of consumers in the Asia-Pacific region are eyeing stablecoins for daily spending, but the knowledge gap is still high-key real.
THORChain USDT vaults hit by surprise freeze from Tether
THORChain's tech co-founder claims Tether blacklisted network wallets without warning, leaving nearly $1.5M in limbo for several hours.
Bitcoin ETFs see $244M bleed as market volatility continues
The crypto market is showing some major red flags as BTC and ETH funds face outflows while liquidations hit the broader space.
XRP Ledger updates with new delegation controls for institutional users
The network's latest upgrade lets businesses split operational tasks without risking their main signing keys.
East Asia crypto: Stablecoin usage spikes in China and Korea's market lead
China's P2P stablecoin wallets surged 43x as South Korea cements its status as the largest crypto economy in East Asia.
Tether partners with Kazakhstan to explore stablecoins and tokenized assets
The stablecoin giant is teaming up with the country’s central bank to study a tenge-pegged token and real-world asset tokenization.
Polygon and TRON team up for easier cross-border crypto payments
Polygon's Open Money Stack is tapping into TRON's massive stablecoin liquidity to make moving money across borders a total vibe.
OKX valuation hits $25B in latest funding round
The exchange is stacking fresh capital from major players to pivot into a full-scale global fintech platform.
Arbitrum joins Global Dollar Network to bag stablecoin rewards
The L2 giant is pivoting to capture yield from stablecoin activity on its rails by joining the Paxos-led USDG consortium.
Binance BTC outflows: Is a massive accumulation phase beginning?
Whales are moving stablecoins into Binance as BTC outflows hit their highest levels since mid-2023, signaling a potential shift in market momentum.
OKX Money launches to bring stablecoins and 10% yield to your daily spend
The exchange is making digital dollars feel like a normal bank account for users who want to bypass traditional finance hurdles.
Rain files for national trust bank charter amid regulatory showdown
The stablecoin infrastructure firm wants a federal charter, but community banks are suing to block the OCC from granting these crypto-focused licenses.
OpenPayd eyeing Nasdaq listing to fuel U.S. expansion
The London-based fintech is moving to go public via a merger as it sets its sights on entering the U.S. market by April 2027.
Cathie Wood: Investors should track AI agents to find next market wave
As AI starts making its own financial decisions, tracking where these digital agents spend money could be the key to spotting future tech trends.
Circle pushes back on EU stablecoin rules as MiCA hits a snag
Circle argues that current MiCA reserve mandates are actually increasing risk and pushing major stablecoins out of the European market.
Anchorage Digital cuts 17% of staff as crypto winter lingers
Even with a $4.2 billion valuation and backing from Tether, the federally chartered crypto bank is trimming its headcount.
USD Stablecoins in Europe: Why local issuers are pushing for dollar tokens
European companies say euro-only stablecoins don't cut it for global trade, prompting a push for MiCA-regulated USD tokens.
Arthur Hayes and Wall Street debate the future of onchain finance
Experts at Cointelegraph’s CONNECT event in Seoul are dissecting how AI, money printing, and institutional players are reshaping the crypto landscape.
LATAM stablecoin market faces liquidity concerns due to thin provider base
New research suggests that a handful of major players control the off-ramps for Latin American crypto users, creating potential risks for cashing out.
Standard Chartered sees Ethena’s USDe hitting $40B and ENA reaching $2
The banking giant is betting big on Ethena’s yield-generating strategy and token buyback potential through 2028.
Ethereum's zk.money makes a comeback: Here’s what you need to know
Aztec Labs is bringing back its privacy-focused wallet to hide your on-chain transaction history.
Citi and Coinbase team up for stablecoin payments
Big businesses can now accept stablecoin payments through Citi’s platform without ever needing to touch the crypto themselves.
AI Agents Could Spark Bank Run, Analyst Warns
Smart money managers might move cash to high-yield accounts, disrupting traditional banking.
RedotPay moves toward U.S. IPO with fresh financial audits
The Hong Kong-based stablecoin firm is prepping for a potential public listing after completing key financial and compliance reviews.
South Korea Considers Legalizing Crypto Market Makers After JPYC Glitch
After a stablecoin price spike on Upbit, regulators are rethinking the ban on market makers to bring more stability to the on-chain ecosystem.
Binance and Circle: A $100M play for stablecoin dominance
Binance is going all-in on USDC with a massive new investment and partnership, aiming to shake up the stablecoin hierarchy.
Federal Reserve seeks public feedback on new stablecoin regulations
The Fed is finally moving on GENIUS Act requirements after missing initial deadlines to set rules for stablecoin issuers.
Tether and the $84M DOJ seizure: Breaking down the Capstone chaos
The DOJ is targeting millions linked to a shady payment processor, and Tether is distancing itself from the fallout.
Crypto and Wall Street are officially entering their merger era
Traditional finance and the crypto ecosystem are colliding as major players race to tokenize everything from the NYSE to your local bank deposits.
Bitget hack: Circle and Tether freeze small portion of stolen funds
After a massive $351.6 million exploit, crypto giants have blacklisted a wallet, but the bulk of the stolen assets remain untouchable.
Tether addresses EQIBank exposure after $89M U.S. asset seizure
Tether says its exposure to the struggling lender is minimal, but the situation is a reminder of the counterparty risks in crypto banking.
KelpDAO sues LayerZero over massive $292M DeFi exploit
The liquid staking protocol is holding LayerZero accountable for the year's largest hack, while the bridge protocol says the lawsuit is meritless.
Federal Reserve: New rules proposed for stablecoins under GENIUS Act
The Fed is officially moving on stablecoin oversight, but it's putting a tight leash on how you can earn rewards on your digital assets.
ESMA Targets AI and Tokenization for 2027 Supervisory Shakeup
The EU's top financial watchdog is leveling up its oversight on how firms deploy AI and tokenized assets in day-to-day operations.