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Kraken-backed stablecoin issuer Quantoz to launch two MiCAR compliant tokens
Dutch fintech firm Quantoz to roll out MiCAR-compliant stablecoins pegged to the euro and U.S. dollar in a bid to facilitate payments and transfers across markets. Quantoz Payments, a Netherlands-headquartered payment tech firm, plans to debut two MiCAR-compliant stablecoins —…
Stablecoin firm BVNK looks to raise $50m amid market surge
The London-based stablecoin startup BVNK is exploring a new funding round, aiming to raise $50 million, as investor appetite for the sector grows. Stablecoin payments firm BVNK is said to be in early discussions to raise at least $50 million…
French firm SG-FORGE to launch stablecoin on XRP ledger
Societe Generale-FORGE is set to launch its euro-pegged stablecoin, EURCV, on the XRP Ledger in 2025. The launch on XRPL marks SG-FORGE’s latest expansion in their multi-chain approach, following earlier deployments on Ethereum (ETH) and Solana (SOL). By moving onto…
Binance will launch USUAL stablecoin on Nov. 19
Binance will be the first platform to launch the stablecoin USUAL on Nov. 19. The crypto exchange will provide trading support for USDT and USUAL trading pairs. In a notice published on Nov. 14, Binance announced the 61st project that…
UK government to introduce legislation on stablecoins, staking: report
British officials are reportedly working on a plan to regulate stablecoins and exempt staking services, aiming to strengthen the country’s appeal amid U.S. regulatory shifts. The British government plans to roll out crypto regulations by December, aiming to retain firms…
ERC-20 stablecoin users sent $9.3b to Binance, Coinbase
Ethereum stablecoin users transferred billions to centralized exchanges following the results of the 2024 U.S. presidential race.
BitGo appoints ex-Silvergate president to oversee reward-bearing stablecoin
BitGo has appointed Ben Reynolds, former president of Silvergate Bank, as managing director to lead its stablecoin USD Standard. Global crypto custodian firm BitGo announced Reynolds’ appointment to oversee the growth and global adoption of its recently launched USD Standard…
Paxos unveils USDG stablecoin compliant to Singapore’s upcoming regulatory framework
Stablecoin issuer Paxos has announced a new token dubbed “Global Dollar” that is “substantively compliant with MAS’ upcoming stablecoin framework.” Digital assets company Paxos has launched a new stablecoin, Global Dollar (USDG), designed to meet stringent compliance standards set by…
South Korea’s largest wireless carrier SK Telecom adds support for USDT stablecoin on Aptos
Aptos Foundation has teamed up with SK Telecom to bring Tether’s USDT stablecoin to T wallet. Aptos Foundation is set to integrate Tether’s (USDT) stablecoin into SK Telecom’s web3 product called “T wallet” in a bid to expand access to…
VanEck-backed stablecoin AUSD debuts on Injective blockchain
Agora’s AUSD, a stablecoin backed by VanEck and held by State Street, now powers cross-market liquidity on the Injective blockchain. Injective (INJ) has added support for AUSD, a U.S. dollar-pegged stablecoin issued by crypto startup Agora, marking a significant step…
Stablecoin issuers hold $120b in T-Bills: US Treasury
The United States Treasury reported that stablecoin adoption and crypto volatility could increase T-Bill demand as digital asset growth continues. The U.S. Treasury acknowledged a boom in blockchain use and cryptocurrency investment in its Fiscal Year 2024 Q4 report. Stablecoins,…
Circle CEO predicts stablecoins will play major role in Hong Kong trade
CEO of Circle, Jeremy Allaire, says stablecoins will become a critical part of Hong Kong’s trade settlements as the region transitions into more Web3 territory. According to an Oct. 30 report on South China Morning Post, Jeremy Allaire said Circle(cUSDC)…
Hong Kong stablecoin FDUSD expands to Solana
Hong Kong-based stablecoin issuer First Digital Trust said Thursday it is expanding its FDUSD token to the Solana network. First Digital USD (FDUSD), the fourth largest stablecoin by market capitalization issued by Hong Kong-based firm First Digital Trust, is coming…
Paxos CEO warns US could become ‘rust belt of finance,’ urges stablecoins
In a recent open letter, Paxos CEO Charles Cascarilla expressed concerns that the United States risks falling behind in global finance without adopting stablecoin technology. Addressed to current presidential candidates, Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump, the…
Trump’s World Liberty eyes stablecoin launch: reportÂ
Former President Donald Trump’s crypto project, World Liberty Financial, is reportedly planning to issue its own stablecoin, according to Decrypt. The stablecoin is expected to be pegged to the U.S. dollar to maintain a steady value amid the cryptocurrency market’s…
RD InnoTech to launch HKDR stablecoin on Ethereum
RD InnoTech has partnered with HashKey Exchange to launch its HKDR stablecoin, aiming to facilitate compliant cross-border payments. Hong Kong-based RD InnoTech, a subsidiary of RD Technologies Group, is moving forward with plans to issue its HKDR stablecoin, designed to…
RBI chief says stablecoins threaten India’s monetary sovereignty
The Indian central bank governor views stablecoins as a risk to government sovereignty over the monetary system. Speaking at the G30 39th Annual International Banking Seminar held in Washington DC, Reserve Bank of India governor Shaktikanta Das said he has…
Crypto stablecoin deposits coming to Kalshi’s markets
Kalshi could enable more crypto-related options like stablecoin deposits amid a surge in volume for prediction markets and the approaching U.S. elections. It’s full steam ahead for Kalshi and its CEO, Tarek Mansour, following a court victory over the Commodity…