Markets2m read
AI Microbusinesses Predicted to Drive $262 Billion in Stablecoin Volume by 2033: Swyftx
Australian crypto exchange Swyftx projects AI microbusinesses could generate a staggering $262 billion in stablecoin volume by 2033.
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Regulation1m read
Bank of Thailand Targets USDT in "Gray Money" Crackdown
The Bank of Thailand is initiating a crackdown on USDT and cash flows to combat illicit gains from Chinese-affiliated scam centers.
Regulation2m read
IMF Paper: Dollar Stablecoins Could Amplify Currency Runs While Improving FX Access
An IMF working paper highlights that dollar stablecoins can improve foreign exchange access but risk amplifying currency runs during economic stress.
Markets2m read
Hyundai Pioneers Internal Stablecoin Transfers for Global Operations
Hyundai becomes the first major South Korean company to implement internal stablecoin transfers, signaling a shift in corporate financial operations.
DeFi2m read
Aave Launches Stable Vaults to Deliver Stablecoin Yields to Fintech Platforms
Aave has introduced its new Stable Vaults product, enabling wallets, exchanges, and payment apps to offer yields on stablecoin deposits.
Regulation2m read
EU Officials Plan MiCA Revision to Cover Non-EU Stablecoin Issuers
EU officials are reportedly planning to revise the **Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA)** framework to include **non-EU stablecoin issuers**, reacting to new **US stablecoin laws**.
Regulation2m read
Kazakhstan President Signs Decree to Accelerate Crypto Adoption
Kazakhstan's president has signed a new decree aimed at accelerating crypto adoption, focusing on gas-powered mining, tax exemptions, and stablecoin payments.
Altcoins2m read
Base to Activate B20 Token Standard, Enabling Native Stablecoins and RWAs
Base is set to activate its B20 token standard on Wednesday at 6 pm UTC, enabling native stablecoin and RWA creation.
Markets2m read
Dune Data Reveals USDT Dominates Payments, USDC Leads DeFi as Stablecoins Diverge
New data from Dune analytics indicates a clear divergence in stablecoin use, with Tether's USDT dominating payments and Circle's USDC powering DeFi applications.
Markets2m read
Financial Institutions Shift Focus to Stablecoin Integration Amid Projected Digital Asset Boom by 2030
Financial institutions are actively positioning themselves as secure gateways for stablecoins, anticipating an explosive growth in digital asset volume by 2030.
DeFi2m read
Falcon Finance Executive Argues Collateral, Not Yield, Will Determine Stablecoin Dominance
Artem Tolkachev of Falcon Finance states that stablecoin success hinges on robust collateralization, not just high yield, as the market approaches $50 billion.
Regulation2m read
India's Central Bank Pushes to Insulate Banks from Crypto While Backing Regulated Tokenization
The Reserve Bank of India is reportedly pushing lawmakers to shield banks from crypto and private stablecoins while allowing regulated tokenization.
Regulation3m read
EU Reviews Landmark MiCA Regulation Amid Stablecoin and Tokenization Reshaping
The European Union is reviewing its landmark Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation to address market changes driven by stablecoins and tokenization.
Markets2m read
Cybrid Report Forecasts Stablecoin Business Surge Despite Regulatory Hurdles
A Cybrid report indicates a majority of businesses are likely to adopt stablecoins within 12 months, despite regulatory clarity being the biggest barrier.
Markets2m read
BNY Mellon Expands Institutional Stablecoin Services, Beginning with Circle's USDC
BNY Mellon, the world's largest custody bank, is expanding its stablecoin services to institutional clients, starting with Circle's USDC custody and minting.
Regulation2m read
BIS Warns Stablecoins Are "More Like ETFs Than Actual Money," Citing FX Risk
The **Bank for International Settlements (BIS)** warns in its **latest annual report** that **stablecoins** are **"more like ETFs than actual money"** and create **"FX risk"**.
Regulation2m read
BIS Warns Stablecoins Risk Fragmenting Global Financial System
The Bank for International Settlements warns stablecoins could fragment the global financial system, advocating for official digital currencies.
Regulation3m read
EU Watchdog EBA Details Crypto Fines Up to 12.5% of Revenue Under MiCA
The European Banking Authority (EBA) proposed a penalty framework allowing fines up to 12.5% of annual revenue for non-compliant significant token issuers.
Markets2m read
CryptoQuant Advises MicroStrategy to Halt Bitcoin Buys Amidst Shrinking Dividend Coverage; CBOE Eyes Perpetual Futures
CryptoQuant has urged MicroStrategy to pause its Bitcoin acquisition strategy, citing shrinking dividend coverage, while CBOE explores crypto perpetual futures.
Markets2m read
BitGo Cuts 15% of Staff to Boost AI and Stablecoin Focus
Digital asset custodian BitGo has reduced its workforce by 15% to strategically prioritize its artificial intelligence (AI) and stablecoin initiatives.
Markets2m read
BitGo Cuts 15% of Workforce to Prioritize AI and Stablecoins
Digital asset custodian BitGo has laid off 15% of its staff, with CEO Mike Belshe stating the company will focus on AI and stablecoins.
Markets2m read
Invesco Files for Tokenized Fund Aimed at Stablecoin Reserve Market
Asset management giant Invesco, with $2.5 trillion in assets under management, has filed for a new tokenized fund targeting the stablecoin reserve market.
Markets2m read
21shares Trims 2026 Crypto Forecasts Despite Institutional Adoption Gains
Asset manager 21shares has trimmed its 2026 crypto forecasts, noting infrastructure's rapid growth outpaces price despite institutional adoption.
Markets2m read
21shares Trims 2026 Crypto Forecasts Despite Robust Infrastructure Growth
Asset manager 21shares reports that while crypto infrastructure like ETFs and stablecoins matures, several 2026 price targets are slipping.
Regulation2m read
Eco CEO Ryne Saxe Urges Congress Not to Hinder Stablecoins for Banking Interests
Eco CEO Ryne Saxe argues that Congress should not hinder stablecoins, which he calls a clear advance in payment infrastructure, to protect community banks.
DeFi2m read
Chainlink Joins European and South Korean Bank Consortia to Explore Stablecoin-Enabled FX Settlement
Chainlink has joined bank consortia in Europe and South Korea to study the use of regulated euro and won stablecoins for real-time cross-border foreign exchange settlement.
DeFi2m read
Chainlink Collaborates with 47 Banks to Expedite International Stablecoin Transfers
Chainlink has teamed up with 47 South Korean and European banks to use stablecoins for multi-million dollar, near real-time currency trades between Europe and South Korea.
Markets2m read
Former Robinhood Crypto COO Tanya Denisova Joins Stablecoin Issuer Agora as Head of Operations
Tanya Denisova, former Robinhood Crypto COO, has joined stablecoin issuer Agora as head of operations to scale its AUSD business.
Regulation3m read
European Parliament Backs Digital Euro Framework, Targets 2029 Launch
European Union lawmakers have advanced a legal framework for a state-backed digital euro, targeting a launch by 2029 to reduce reliance on U.S. financial giants.
Regulation2m read
Former BIS Chief Carstens Softens Stablecoin Stance, Backs Regulated Coexistence
Former BIS general manager Agustín Carstens now acknowledges stablecoins' potential for financial inclusion and innovation, advocating for global regulatory frameworks to ensure their coexistence with fiat money.
Regulation3m read
Bank of England Eases Stablecoin Rules, Introduces Temporary £40 Billion Issuance Cap
The Bank of England has eased stablecoin reserve requirements and introduced a temporary £40 billion issuance cap for systemic stablecoins.
Regulation2m read
European Commission Seeks Public Feedback on MiCA Revisions for Stablecoins and DeFi
The European Commission is seeking public comment on potential revisions to its MiCA regulation, with a focus on stablecoins and decentralized finance.
Markets2m read
Bitwise CIO Predicts Slower, Less Volatile Crypto Bull Run Driven by Institutional Shift
Bitwise CIO Matt Hougan suggests the next crypto bull market will be less volatile, driven by growing institutional appetite for stablecoins and tokenized assets.
DeFi3m read
Fidelity Targets Stablecoin Reserve Management Amid Institutional Shift
Financial giant Fidelity is now targeting the management of stablecoin reserves, signaling growing institutional involvement in the digital asset space.
Altcoins3m read
Altcoin Market Sees Staggering $266 Billion Outflow as Capital Shifts
A significant $266 billion has exited the altcoin market, marking a six-year low in spot demand as investors pivot towards stablecoins and traditional assets.
Regulation2m read
China's Central Bank Eyes Stronger Stablecoin Regulation Amid Global Payment Growth
China's central bank is intensifying its focus on stablecoins, acknowledging their expanding role in cross-border payments and calling for stronger global regulation.