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Stablecoins now 43% of Sub-Saharan Africa crypto tx volume: Chainalysis
2.10.2024
Nigeria and Ethiopia have both experienced local currency devaluation which has driven stablecoin adoption.
Circle to Expand USDC Stablecoin to Australia and APAC Region Through Strategic Partnership
2.10.2024
Mark Carnegie’s MHC Digital Group is partnering with Circle Internet Financial to expand the distribution of the stablecoin USD Coin (USDC) to institutional investors in Australia and the broader Asia-Pacific (APAC) region. This strategic collaboration aims to help superannuation funds...
MHC Digital, Circle collaborate to expand USDC access in APAC region
1.10.2024
Australian pension funds can expect a pitch soon for saving money on fees with a stablecoin
Open Interest in XRP Zooms to $1B as Ripple Tests RLUSD Stablecoin
1.10.2024
Recent activities include minting significant amounts of RLUSD, suggesting the testing phase might be wrapping up or moving into a more active phase of development
Circle Signals Plans to Bring USDC to Australia With Venture Capitalist Mark Carnegie
1.10.2024
Stablecoin giant Circle has signalled its plans to bring its digital currency, USDC, into Australia and beyond with the unveiling of a partnership with venture capitalist Mark Carnegie's MHC Digital Group, the companies announced on Tuesday
Japan to Review Crypto Regulations, Potentially Easing Tax Burden
1.10.2024
Japan is reportedly set to review its cryptocurrency regulations, potentially reducing taxes on digital assets. The Financial Services Agency (FSA) plans to assess whether current crypto regulations under the payments act provide sufficient investor protection. The review may lead to reclassifying...
Australian bank joins Project Guardian to explore RWA tokenization
1.10.2024
Major Australian bank ANZ is interested in exploring how it can move its Australian dollar-backed A$DC stablecoin between blockchains
Analyst Clarifies Rumors Around Ripple’s RLUSD Stablecoin
30.9.2024
Ripple’s highly anticipated stablecoin RLUSD, has generated a significant buzz within the XRP community which has given spark…
Canada Sets New Deadline for Crypto Platforms to Comply With Stablecoin Regulations
30.9.2024
The Canadian Securities Administrators (CSA) have announced an updated regulatory framework for stablecoins, also known as value-referenced crypto assets (VRCAs), with a new compliance deadline set for December 31, 2024. The updated regulations emphasize transparency and investor protection...
Tether Aids DOJ in Seizing $6M in Assets Tied to Crypto Scams
30.9.2024
Tether, a stablecoin issuer, said it has collaborated with the U.S. Department of Justice to seize digital assets worth $6 million stolen from victims of crypto confidence schemes. Tether has assisted law enforcement in various jurisdictions, blocking over two billion dollars in USDT and recovering...
Bitcoin targets $70K as stablecoin inflows and China stimulus boost rally
28.9.2024
Bitcoin has surged past $65,000, boosted by China’s stimulus measures and stablecoin inflows
Bitcoin targets $70K as stablecoin inflows and China stimulus boost rally
28.9.2024
Bitcoin has surged past $65,000, boosted by China’s stimulus measures and stablecoin inflows
Canada crypto exchanges get more time for stablecoin compliance
27.9.2024
Crypto platforms in Canada are having trouble preparing for new stablecoin regulations. Take your time, the Canadian Securities Administrators said
Canada crypto exchanges get more time for stablecoin compliance
27.9.2024
Crypto platforms in Canada are having trouble preparing for new stablecoin regulations. Take your time, the Canadian Securities Administrators said
Fed’s dovish move to slash $625M in interest income for stablecoins
27.9.2024
CCData estimates stablecoins will lose approximately $625 million in interest income for each 50-basis point cut. Further cuts in 2024 could reduce annual revenue by as much as $1.5 billion
Tether Helps Dutch and US Authorities Seize $7.8M in Crypto
27.9.2024
Tether, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer, reportedly played a crucial role in a joint operation led by Dutch and U.S. law enforcement agencies to dismantle two cryptocurrency exchanges suspected of money laundering. The operation resulted in the seizure of €7 million ($7.8M) in crypto and...
Blackrock Joins Race to Issue New Stablecoin
27.9.2024
Blackrock has announced its backing of a new stablecoin, UStb, launched by Ethena Labs. Supported by Blackrock’s BUIDL fund, UStb is designed to provide a reliable alternative in the stablecoin market, leveraging investments in U.S. dollars, short-term Treasury bills, and repurchase agreements....
Paypal Rolls Out Crypto Features for Business Accounts
27.9.2024
Paypal has unveiled a new feature allowing U.S. merchants to buy, hold, and sell cryptocurrency from their business accounts. Although not yet available in New York, this move caters to increasing demand from businesses. Paypal has steadily ramped up its involvement in digital currencies, including...
Stacks (STX) makes 30% gain as mainnet upgrade and stablecoin launch approach
27.9.2024
Plans to launch a Bitcoin-pegged stablecoin, an upcoming network upgrade and BTC’s recent recovery could be connected to STX’s 30% rally
Robinhood, Revolut eye entry into the stablecoin market — Report
26.9.2024
Both Robinhood and Revolut are reportedly considering issuing their own stablecoins as the industry continues to expand