Tag: stablecoins
All news related to cryptocurrencies pegged to other assets, such as the US dollar.
Ripple and Robinhood expand partnership across stablecoins and trading
Reading Time: < 1 minuteRipple and Robinhood have expanded their partnership to bring the RLUSD stablecoin to Robinhood’s retail and institutional customers, while adding treasury management, lending and trading services.
Canada opens consultation on stablecoin rules modelled partly on US law
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCanada has launched a 60-day public consultation on proposed stablecoin regulations for non-bank issuers, with comments accepted until 23 December.
US regulator urges community banks to issue payment stablecoins
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) has encouraged community banks to enter the payment stablecoin market under its rules implementing the GENIUS Act.
US banking lobby criticises OCC over stablecoin rewards rule
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe American Bankers Association (ABA) has accused US regulators of undermining Congress after the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) issued its final rule implementing the GENIUS Act without taking a firm position on third-party stablecoin rewards.
Tether backs Bolivian fintech to expand USDT payments in Latin America
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTether has led a pre-seed funding round in Bolivian fintech Peso to expand its USDT payment infrastructure across Bolivia, Brazil, Colombia and Argentina. The investment amount was not disclosed.
ABA says OCC’s stablecoin rules undermine Congress
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe American Bankers Association (ABA) has criticised the US Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) over its final rules implementing the GENIUS Act, arguing that the regulator’s approach to stablecoin rewards conflicts with Congress’ intent.
Stablecoin transfers quadruple to $891 billion as bank adoption grows
Reading Time: < 1 minuteStablecoin transfer volume reached $891 billion in the third quarter of 2026, more than quadrupling since early 2023, according to a report commissioned by Coinbase and conducted by The Block Research.
France moves to tax crypto-to-stablecoin swaps
Reading Time: < 1 minuteFrance’s National Assembly has narrowly approved a proposed tax amendment that would make certain crypto-to-stablecoin swaps taxable events from 2027 if enacted.
Mastercard rolls out stablecoin risk screening
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMastercard has introduced a tool to help banks and payment providers identify potentially risky stablecoin transactions before funds move onchain.
Mastercard links stablecoin balances to bank accounts and card payments
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMastercard has launched a platform allowing businesses to connect stablecoin balances with traditional banking and card payment services, expanding its digital asset infrastructure.
Stablecoins Are Quietly Becoming Business Infrastructure, NOWPayments Data Shows
Reading Time: 5 minutesTallinn, Estonia, 8th October 2026, Chainwire
Samsung to add USDC transfers on Solana for US Galaxy users
Reading Time: < 1 minuteSamsung plans to add USDC transfers to Samsung Wallet for eligible Galaxy users in the US, allowing them to send stablecoins across borders without using a separate crypto app.
Changer+ Launches Stablecoin-First Self-Custodial Wallet to Make Stablecoins Easier to Use
Reading Time: 3 minutesSingapore, Singapore, 6th October 2026, Chainwire
Circle calls for changes to MiCA stablecoin reserve rules
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCircle has called on the European Commission to change MiCA rules requiring stablecoin issuers to hold part of their reserves in bank deposits.
ECB explores AI agent payments for digital euro
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe European Central Bank (ECB) has invited fintechs and payment companies to explore how AI agents could be used with the digital euro.
Tether says it helped freeze $550 million in Iran-linked USDT
Reading Time: < 1 minuteTether said it helped authorities freeze about $550 million in USDT linked to Iran during 2026.
Fed proposes new stablecoin rules under GENIUS Act
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Federal Reserve has proposed new rules for stablecoin issuers under the GENIUS Act, including reserve-asset limits and standardised capital requirements.
Visa survey finds bank-style protections could boost US stablecoin use
Reading Time: < 1 minuteStablecoin adoption among US consumers could increase if issuers offered protections similar to those provided by banks.
US considers overseas push for dollar-backed stablecoins
Reading Time: < 1 minuteThe Trump administration is considering a plan to promote dollar-backed stablecoins overseas as part of efforts to support the US dollar’s role in the global financial system.
Circle launches Bitcoin-backed USDC borrowing
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCircle has launched a Bitcoin-backed borrowing service that allows eligible institutional clients to borrow USDC using BTC as collateral.
Circle launches Arc mainnet for stablecoin payments
Reading Time: < 1 minuteCircle has launched the mainnet of Arc, a layer-1 blockchain designed for stablecoin payments and financial markets, including agentic transactions.
BoE official sees stablecoins strengthening dollar demand
Reading Time: < 1 minuteGrowing use of dollar-denominated stablecoins could reinforce the US dollar’s global role and increase demand for US Treasurys, according to Bank of England official Carolyn Wilkins.
17 US attorneys general oppose Clarity Act ahead of Senate vote
Reading Time: < 1 minuteA bipartisan group of 17 US attorneys general has urged senators to reject the Clarity Act, arguing that the bill could weaken states’ ability to pursue crypto fraud and protect investors.
MoneyGram launches stablecoin card as remittance firms enter crypto payments
Reading Time: < 1 minuteMoneyGram has introduced a Visa-branded card that lets customers spend stablecoins, following a similar launch by Western Union as traditional remittance firms expand into digital assets.
Coinbase Invests in ProShares ETF Amid Stablecoin Yield Debate
Reading Time: 2 minutesCoinbase’s investment in a ProShares ETF signals strategic positioning amidst the ongoing stablecoin yield debate and evolving crypto regulations.
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