Market Analysis
XRP Signals Bearish Sentiment as Funding Rates Plummet
XRP's recent price action shows a significant downturn, prompting traders to reconsider their bullish strategies as funding rates hit record lows.
Crypto
YouTube Lets US Creators Receive Payments in PYUSD Stablecoin
YouTube has announced that creators in the US can now receive payments in PayPal's PYUSD stablecoin, enhancing the potential for crypto adoption on the platform.
Finance
Standard Chartered and AirAsia's Parent Company to Experiment with Ringgit-Backed Stablecoin
Standard Chartered Malaysia and Capital A are set to launch a ringgit-pegged stablecoin for wholesale transactions, marking a key step in Malaysia's digital asset landscape.
News
UK Lawmakers Express Concerns Over Bank of England's Stablecoin Regulation
A group of UK parliamentarians warns that proposed stablecoin regulations by the Bank of England may lead innovation to migrate overseas.
Crypto
Tether's USDT Secures Regulatory Approval in Abu Dhabi
The Abu Dhabi Global Market has recognized Tether's USDT as an accepted fiat-referenced token, a pivotal move for stablecoins in the region.
Blockchain
US Stablecoin Regulations Create Divergence in Global Liquidity, CertiK Warns
New regulations under the US GENIUS Act are leading to a split in global liquidity dynamics, contrasting with Europe's approach.
Crypto
Unlimit Joins the Race for Stablecoin Infrastructure with Innovative Clearinghouse
Unlimit has launched a platform that aims to streamline stablecoin transactions globally, offering a non-custodial solution featuring direct off-ramps.
Financial Analysis
Bitcoin Plummets to $84K: Is Japan's Bond Market to Blame or Are There Deeper Issues?
The decline of Bitcoin to $84,000 is primarily attributed to concerns surrounding US dollar stablecoins, a faltering global economic outlook, and other factors unrelated to Japan's bond market pressures.
Crypto
China Reinforces Cryptocurrency Ban Amidst Resurgence of Speculation
China's central bank, the People's Bank of China, has reiterated its stance on the cryptocurrency ban, citing renewed trading and intentions to tackle stablecoins.
Cryptocurrencies
Sony Bank to Launch Dollar-Pegged Stablecoin for PlayStation Payments by 2026
Sony is planning to introduce a stablecoin connected to its ecosystem by 2026, facilitating transactions in the US.
Crypto
Can the GENIUS Act Create Stealth Buyers of US Government Debt?
The GENIUS Act aims to regulate stablecoins, potentially transforming issuers into key buyers of US Treasury bills.
News
Wemade collaborates with partners to advance KRW stablecoin initiative following challenges
Wemade has formed the GAKS alliance, comprising Chainalysis, CertiK, and SentBe, to support the mainnet for a compliant KRW stablecoin after facing various obstacles.
News
Tether Announces Exit from Bitcoin Mining in Uruguay Amid Rising Energy Expenses
Tether ceases its Bitcoin mining operations in Uruguay due to escalating energy costs and a significant debt dispute.
News
Uzbekistan Approves Stablecoins for Payments Under New Regulatory Framework
Uzbekistan is set to implement stablecoins as a legitimate payment method starting January 2026 through a newly established regulatory sandbox.
News
Abu Dhabi Gives Green Light to Ripple's RLUSD Stablecoin for Institutional Use
Ripple achieves a significant regulatory milestone as Abu Dhabi permits the use of its RLUSD stablecoin in its international financial center.
News
Deutsche Börse Expands Its Euro Stablecoin Portfolio with EURAU Integration
Deutsche Börse announces the incorporation of AllUnity's EURAU stablecoin, marking a significant step in the exchange's digital asset strategy.
Blockchain
Klarna Launches USD Stablecoin on Stripe’s Tempo Blockchain
Klarna has debuted a new USD stablecoin, making it the first digital bank to utilize the Tempo blockchain developed by Stripe.
Business
Paxos Expands Its Capabilities with Fordefi Acquisition
Paxos has acquired Fordefi to enhance its stablecoin and tokenization infrastructure, strengthening its offerings in regulated crypto custody and transactions.
Finance
US Bancorp Initiates Stablecoin Pilot Using the Stellar Network
US Bancorp has embarked on a stablecoin pilot program utilizing the Stellar blockchain, collaborating with PwC and the Stellar Development Foundation to enhance digital banking.
News
Korean Stablecoin Regulations at a Standstill Due to Bank Disputes
South Korea faces delays in establishing a framework for stablecoins amidst disagreements regarding the involvement of banks in issuance.
