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Global BTC Trading App Strike Launches ‘First Fully-Featured Region Outside the US’
29.2.2024
The fiat and bitcoin payments app, Strike, has launched its “first fully-featured region outside the U.S.” According to Jack Mallers, the founder and CEO of Strike, the African continent presents “immense opportunities for financial innovation and economic freedom.” High...
Crypto Exchanges in Nigeria Cease Naira Purchases of USDT and USDC Amid Central Bank Scrutiny: Report
28.2.2024
Several crypto companies in Nigeria have made the decision to disallow users from buying the USDT and USDC stablecoins with Naira in light of renewed scrutiny from the Central Bank of Nigeria (CBN).
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Lemon Report: Argentina Leads Crypto Adoption in Latam; Tether Dominates Stablecoin Sector
28.2.2024
Argentina is leading the adoption of cryptocurrency in Latin America. According to a report titled “Argentina Crypto Capital,” produced by Lemon, a leading exchange in the country, four of every ten cryptocurrency apps in Latam are being used by Argentines, with over 70% of...
Nigerian Users Criticize Binance for Imposing Exchange Rate Caps on USDT to Naira Transactions
22.2.2024
Some Nigeria-based users of Binance’s peer-to-peer platform have blasted the crypto exchange’s decision to block or remove traders quoting USDT to naira exchange rates exceeding NGN1,802. Binance says it has the right to remove “users behaving in a malicious or manipulative...
Binance Implements Price Cap for USDT on Nigerian P2P Platform to Comply with Local Regulations
21.2.2024
Binance has introduced a price cap for Tether (USDT) tokens on its peer-to-peer (P2P) platform in Nigeria in order to comply with local regulatory requirements.
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Former NFL Star Russell Okung’s Crypto Adoption Comments Ignite Bitcoin vs. Stablecoins Debate
21.2.2024
Comments on Lightning Network adoption, made by Russell Okung, a former NFL star who is among the first to receive part of his salary in crypto, sparked a discussion that highlighted the opposing opinions of the crypto community about the usage of bitcoin and stablecoins in emerging markets....
Deltec Bank Accused of Secretly Extending a $2 Billion Credit Line to Alameda Research
20.2.2024
Deltec Bank and Trust Ltd, based in The Bahamas, stands accused of covertly extending a $2 billion line of credit to Alameda Research. A lawsuit, filed by those who claim to be victims of Sam Bankman-Fried, accused Deltec of granting a three-day grace period to Alameda Research for the settlement...
U.S. Regulators Can Influence Tether’s Offshore Usage: JPMorgan
17.2.2024
Tether’s (USDT) dominant position as the largest stablecoin faces regulatory challenges and risks from various authorities and jurisdictions as they seek to impose more transparency and compliance on stablecoins. The stablecoin is vulnerable due to its dependence on the American market and pending...
USD-Pegged Stablecoins Could Boost Dollar Dominance: Fed Governor
16.2.2024
The US Fed Governor Christopher Waller, who previously voiced cryptos are “risky,” now throws a positive stance on dollar-pegged stablecoins. Speaking at a conference in Nassau, Bahamas on Thursday, Waller said that decentralized finance (DeFi) could actually boost dollar dominance. He stressed...
Does rising dominance of Tether pose risks to the crypto market?
15.2.2024
Stablecoins are unique crypto coins specifically known for their peerless stability in their values. One of the best examples of the most popular stablecoins out there is Tether, which has grabbed the attention of worldwide investors due to its unique value stability. However, Tether’s value...
Stablecoins Are the ‘Biggest Misnomers’ and ‘Oxymorons’ Says New Zealand Central Bank Governor
15.2.2024
The New Zealand Central Bank governor, Adrian Orr, recently branded stablecoins “the biggest misnomers” and “oxymorons.” Orr also rejected the notion that cryptocurrencies could serve as a replacement or supplement to central bank-issued money. Stablecoins Not a Viable...
Diversifying Stability: Stablecoins Finding Home Beyond the Greenback
7.2.2024
Following the success of Tether and USDC, a generation of stablecoins are offering new features for investors and holders, says Scott Sunshine, Managing Partner of Blue Dot Advisors
Tether adoption in emerging markets: Boon or bane for financial inclusion?
7.2.2024
Released in 2014, Tether is recognized as a notable blockchain-enabled platform, fundamentally designed to make fiat currencies, primarily USD digitally. Tether (USDT) has won spurs in the crypto sector due to its great stability in terms of price and continues to be on the rise universally among...
Tether Launches Tether Edu, Expands Educational Initiatives in Emerging Markets
6.2.2024
Tether, the largest stablecoin company, has announced the launch of Tether Edu, an initiative that will concentrate all of the global educational and learning programs of the institution. Tether Edu will focus on emerging markets, offering courses and hybrid programs in blockchain, artificial...
JPMorgan Warns of Increased Risk for Crypto Market Due to Tether’s ‘Lack of Regulatory Compliance and Transparency’
6.2.2024
JPMorgan has warned of increased risk for the crypto market resulting from Tether’s “lack of regulatory compliance and transparency.” The global investment bank’s analysts explained that other stablecoin issuers that have been more compliant with existing regulations...
Tether emerges as a profitable stablecoin titan with educational goals
2.2.2024
Tether has emerged as a leading stablecoin, as evidenced by the highlights of its latest quarterly attestation. Also, its native ecosystem is leaping forward with Tether Edu, an educational initiative that will be available to people across the world. The rise is noteworthy, considering the crypto...
Tether Achieves Record $6.2 Billion Annual Profit, Nears $100 Billion In Assets
1.2.2024
In 2023, Tether saw its assets approach the $100 billion mark, following a $6.2 billion profit according to the company’s Q4 attestation report released on January 31. The financial surge, detailed in Tether’s latest financial statements, reflects a strategic allocation of assets....
Tether’s ‘Record-Breaking’ Q4 Profit Partly Attributed to Gold and BTC Price Appreciation
1.2.2024
In the last quarter of 2023, Tether Holdings Limited registered a “record-breaking net profit of $2.85 billion.” Overall, the stablecoin issuer’s net profit in 2023 topped $6.2 billion. Tether’s secured loans ($4.8 billion), which are collateralized by highly liquid...
Tether Reports Record $2.85B Profit as Biggest Stablecoin Nears $100B Market Cap
31.1.2024
The USDT stablecoin issuer held over $5.4 billion in excess reserves as of 2023 year-end, according to its latest attestation
Stablecoin Market Cap Climbs $4.85 Billion in 30 Days; USDT, USDC, FDUSD Spearhead Growth
31.1.2024
In the past month, data reveals a significant increase in the combined market capitalization of leading stablecoins, rising from $131.71 billion to $136.56 billion. The top two stablecoins, tether and usd coin, experienced notable expansions in their supplies, with increases of 4.8% and 7.2%...