Markets
Record-Breaking Stablecoin Retail Transfers Surpass $5.8B in August
Retail transfers under $250 hit unprecedented levels, with BSC and Ethereum gaining prominence as Tron declines, according to a report from CEX.io.
Weekly Summary
Weekly Digest: Bitcoin's Resilience Amid Market Fluctuations
This week saw Bitcoin recover above $112,000 while Ethereum faced significant outflows amidst shifting market sentiments. XRP and Dogecoin experienced notable trading activity, with bullish signs hinting at potential recoveries.
Business
Stripe's CEO Discusses the Growing Use of Stablecoins by Businesses
Patrick Collison of Stripe explains the surge in stablecoin use as businesses seek faster and more efficient payment solutions.
Business
Elliptic Launches Crime-Tracking Solution as Stablecoins Gain Popularity
Elliptic has introduced a new product aimed at reducing risk associated with stablecoins for banks and compliance departments.
Crypto
Stripe and Paradigm Launch Tempo for High-Speed Stablecoin Transactions
Stripe and Paradigm have introduced Tempo, a blockchain aimed at enhancing stablecoin payments to support global transactions and microtransactions.
Crypto
Ripple Expands $700M RLUSD Stablecoin Initiatives Across Africa with Weather Insurance Trials
Ripple is launching its RLUSD stablecoin in Africa to facilitate cross-border payments and support climate insurance projects.
Finance
ECB's Lagarde Advocates for Strict Regulations on Foreign Stablecoins
Christine Lagarde emphasizes the necessity for foreign stablecoins to adhere to the EU's regulatory framework.
Finance
Solowin Completes $350 Million Acquisition of AlloyX to Enhance Stablecoin Infrastructure in Emerging Markets
The acquisition of AlloyX by Solowin aims to boost its capabilities in the stablecoin sector, integrating advanced technologies for broader market reach.
Crypto
Asia Morning Briefing: Are Stablecoins Driving Global Dollar Demand or Pointing to a 2008-Style Liquidity Crunch?
Stablecoins have gained traction, posing challenges to Treasury liquidity and invigorating debates on their impact on financial markets.
Finance
Kite Secures $18 Million in Funding to Enhance Autonomous Transactions with Stablecoins
Kite has raised $18 million in Series A funding to expand its platform for enabling autonomous agents to make transactions using stablecoins.
Finance
Hyperliquid's HYPE Token: The 126x Potential According to Arthur Hayes
Arthur Hayes analyzes the possible significant rise of Hyperliquid's HYPE token, connecting it to the decline of fiat currencies and the growth of stablecoins.
Business
Startup M0 Secures $40 Million in Series B Round as Investor Interest in Stablecoins Grows
M0, a stablecoin startup, has successfully raised $40 million in Series B funding, bringing its total capital raised to nearly $100 million, while details regarding its valuation remain undisclosed.
Crypto
Asia Morning Summary: How Stablecoins Could Enhance Beijing's Cross-Border Currency Role
China is turning to stablecoins to safeguard its currency amid U.S. dollar supremacy, while efforts face challenges from capital controls.
Business
Finastra Partners with Circle to Enable USDC Settlements in Global Payments
Finastra is integrating Circle's USDC stablecoin into its payments hub, aiming to streamline cross-border payment processes.
Crypto
Aave Labs Introduces Horizon for Institutional Stablecoin Lending
Aave launches Horizon, allowing institutions to borrow stablecoins against tokenized real-world assets.
Finance
Chainlink Collaborates with SBI Group to Enhance Tokenized Assets and Stablecoins in Japan
Despite the significant partnership, LINK has experienced a decline of 5% within a 24-hour period in line with the broader downturn in the cryptocurrency market.
Weekly Summary
Weekly Crypto Market Digest: Market Fluctuations and Institutional Movements
This week saw significant fluctuations in the cryptocurrency market, driven by anticipation surrounding Federal Reserve announcements and notable market events. Key assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum exhibited volatility as traders navigated through profit-taking and institutional maneuvers.
Economy
Stablecoins: The Next Edge in Economic Evolution
Shan Aggarwal highlights the impending stablecoin transformation within the financial sector, emphasizing its capacity to modernize monetary interactions and its accelerating impact fueled by AI.
Crypto
Haycen Obtains License for Stablecoin Issuance in Bermuda
Haycen has successfully secured a stablecoin issuance license from the Bermuda Monetary Authority to bolster its efforts in trade financing.
Economy
U.S. Stablecoin Legislation Triggers EU's Digital Euro Strategy Reevaluation
The passage of the GENIUS Act has taken European policymakers by surprise and raised alarms about the future of digital currency in Europe.
