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BlockFi asks court for permission to convert trade-only assets into stablecoins
30.8.2023
The bankrupt crypto lender's request marks another step toward the return of users' funds, a process that the company began in August
Edelcoin: A Stablecoin Revolution
30.8.2023
In the rapidly evolving world of cryptocurrencies, stablecoins have emerged as a beacon of stability amidst the volatility of digital assets like Bitcoin and Ethereum. Stablecoins are digital currencies anchored to a diversified asset, such as fiat currency or different commodities like gold....
Crypto Analyst Predicts Stablecoin Adoption Boom Even in Face of Hostile Regulation
30.8.2023
Jamie Coutts, an analyst from Bloomberg Intelligence, has predicted that stablecoin adoption will grow significantly once the issue of hostile regulations in the U.S. is put aside, noting “adoption under the hood is exploding.” Coutts believes that stablecoin usage may overtake bitcoin...
US Congress Members Clash on the Potential Effect of Proposed Tax Rules on the Crypto Industry
30.8.2023
Members of the U.S. Congress have expressed concerns about the possible problems that implementing the newly proposed crypto tax reporting requirements could create in the entire industry. Patrick McHenry, Cynthia Lummis, and others reacted differently to the potential effects of these proposals...
Governments See CBDCs Making Their Countries ‘More Economically and Financially Efficient’ — Venom Foundation CEO
29.8.2023
According to Louis Tsu, the CEO of Venom Foundation, governments that are seeking to introduce central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) are not being driven by the fear that privately issued digital currencies may soon become the preferred method for cross-border and micropayments. Instead, some...
Lawmakers Object to Federal Reserve’s Stablecoin Guidelines — Say They Undermine Legislative Progress
29.8.2023
Several U.S. lawmakers have objected to the Federal Reserve’s stablecoin regulatory guidelines, which they believe “will undoubtedly deter financial institutions from participating in the digital asset ecosystem.” According to the lawmakers, “The Fed has chosen to effectively...
Colombian Peso Stablecoin Goes Live on Polygon, Aiming for $10B Remittances Market
24.8.2023
Num Finance already issues stablecoins pegged to the Argentine and Peruvian local currencies
New Zealand is ‘Cautious’ on Crypto While Singapore Takes Proactive Approach to Regulate Stablecoins
24.8.2023
Stakeholders in New Zealand are advocating for a gradual and meticulous strategy in regulating the crypto industry in the country. On the other hand, Singapore is embracing a proactive and comprehensive regulatory stance toward stablecoins....
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Shopify Customers Can Now Pay In USDC Via Solana Pay
23.8.2023
Solana Pay, the payment protocol built on the Solana blockchain, is now plugged into e-commerce giant Shopify, allowing users to pay in USD Coin (USDC), the companies announced Wednesday
Coinbase announces investment in Circle to better support stablecoins
22.8.2023
Coinbase has announced that it is strengthening its alliance with Circle through an investment. The purpose is to support USDC in a better manner. This will begin with launching the stablecoin on 6 more blockchains between September and October this year. The development was published by Brian...
Coinbase Acquires Equity Stake in Circle; Companies Reshape USDC’s Future
22.8.2023
In a joint statement, Jeremy Allaire, CEO of Circle, and Brian Armstrong, CEO of Coinbase, announced the dissolution of the Centre Consortium. Consequently, Circle will take exclusive charge of the issuance and governance of USDC. Additionally, Coinbase has acquired an equity stake in Circle while...
Coinbase Gets a Stake in Stablecoin Operator Circle and USDC Adds 6 New Blockchains
21.8.2023
The Centre Consortium, jointly managed by Circle and Coinbase, is being shut down and Circle is bringing issuance and governance of the USDC stablecoin in-house
Latam Insights — Javier Milei’s Victory Divides Argentina; Bitso Launches Cross-Border Institutional Payment Service
21.8.2023
Welcome to Latam Insights, a compendium of Latin America’s most relevant crypto and economic news during the last week. In this issue: Javier Milei’s victory in Argentina causes a devaluation maelstrom, and Bitso launches a cross-border institutional payments service. Javier...
Top 10 Stablecoins Witness Massive Supply Reductions, Yet Dominate 61% of Global Trade Volume
18.8.2023
For the first time in months, the entire list of top ten stablecoin assets has experienced supply shrinkage in the last 30 days. The stablecoin market now stands at $124 billion, following notable reductions across several projects. Yet, stablecoins still dominate in terms of global trade volume...
As Congress Bickers, the Rest of World Recognizes Stablecoins
18.8.2023
Crypto Market Dumps as Coinbase Set to Suspend Tether USDT and Dai Stablecoins for Canadian Users – What’s Going On?
18.8.2023
Crypto trading giant Coinbase, which stepped foot into the Canadian markets early this week, is set to suspend trading of three stablecoins, effective August 31.
The company wrote to its users on Thursday that it would no longer allow trading of Tether (USDT), Dai (DAI) and Rai Reflex Index (RAI)...
Argentines Flock to Stablecoins Amidst Record Devaluation Numbers
18.8.2023
Argentines are flocking to purchase stablecoins to protect their savings as the peso loses value. Local cryptocurrency sources reported an increase of up to 500% in the crypto volumes moved, mostly in stablecoins like USDT, to shield incomes against the raging devaluation registered after...
Coinbase Will Suspend USDT, DAI and RAI Trading for Canadian Users
17.8.2023
The exchange expanded its services in Canada earlier this week
Singapore Announces Stablecoin Rules, MAS to Label Regulated Tokens
16.8.2023
The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) unveiled regulations aimed at ensuring the value stability of each stablecoin regulated in the city-state. Under the new rules, issuers that want their fiat-pegged tokens to be labeled as “MAS-regulated” will have to meet certain requirements. Singapore...
Bank of America Assesses Significance of Paypal’s USD Stablecoin and Fednow System
16.8.2023
Bank of America has provided its analysis of Paypal’s U.S. dollar stablecoin and the Fednow payments system. The bank does not expect the widespread adoption of PYUSD to occur in the near future, noting that the introduction of Paypal’s stablecoin will not lead to “accelerated...