STABLECOIN
A stablecoin (or stable coin), as its name indicates, is a stable cryptocurrency designed to be resistant to the type of price volatility synonymous with cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin and Ether. The key is to understand "stable": what is "stable"? which references are pegged to make its value "stable"? In terms of what we measure the "stability".
Binance Futures Adds United Stables (U) as Margin Asset Starting Feb 5
Binance integrates United Stables (U) stablecoin as margin collateral in Multi-Assets Mode, offering traders a new settlement option with 1% haircut rate.
Tether Launches US-Regulated USAT Stablecoin as Bitwise Enters DeFi Lending
Tether debuts federally compliant USA₮ through Anchorage Digital Bank while Bitwise brings $15B asset manager to Morpho vaults. Plus Flying Tulip raises $225M.
Binance Lists Ripple (XRP)'s RLUSD Stablecoin as Market Cap Hits $1.4B
Binance adds RLUSD spot trading with XRP and USDT pairs. Ripple (XRP)'s stablecoin now trades on world's largest exchange after surpassing $1.3B market cap.
Brale Expands Stablecoin Services to Algorand (ALGO) Blockchain
Brale, a U.S.-regulated stablecoin platform, has extended its stablecoin issuance services to the Algorand (ALGO) blockchain, enhancing options for asset tokenization, DeFi, and more.
Ripple (XRP) USD (RLUSD) Expands to Layer 2 Networks with Wormhole's NTT Standard
Ripple (XRP) USD (RLUSD) is set to expand its reach to Layer 2 networks through Wormhole's NTT standard, enhancing multichain interoperability and compliance.
Ripple USD (RLUSD) Expands with Wormhole's NTT on Layer 2 Networks
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin expands to Layer 2 networks using Wormhole's NTT standard, enhancing multichain capabilities and regulatory compliance.
Tether Partners with HoneyCoin to Boost Stablecoin Adoption in Africa
Tether and HoneyCoin collaborate to enhance stablecoin access in Africa, addressing financial inclusion and cross-border transaction challenges through innovative solutions.
Aleo Integrates USDCx on Testnet, Enhancing Blockchain Interoperability
Aleo introduces USDCx on its testnet via Circle's xReserve, enabling secure USDC-backed transactions across blockchains with privacy features.
Stable Blockchain: A Dedicated Platform for Institutional-Scale Stablecoin Operations
Stable is a blockchain specifically designed to support stablecoin operations, using USDT as its native token, offering high performance and regulatory compliance for financial institutions.
Full Regulatory Pivot: India’s Crypto Licensing Regime is Coming And Why MiCA is the Blueprint
India's shift from a pure tax-and-PMLA regime to a comprehensive MiCA-style licensing framework is inevitable. This move will boost institutional trust and lead to the first five regulated license categories for exchanges, stablecoins, and tokenized securities.
Circle Unveils StableFX and Partner Stablecoins for Global FX Market
Circle introduces StableFX, a stablecoin FX engine, and Partner Stablecoins program to enhance global FX infrastructure, utilizing blockchain technology for efficient, secure transactions.
Sui Launches USDsui Stablecoin to Bolster Onchain Economy
Sui introduces USDsui, a native stablecoin aimed at enhancing the Sui ecosystem's digital economy, in collaboration with Bridge, a Stripe company.
Wyoming Launches First U.S. State-Issued Stablecoin on Avalanche
Wyoming introduces FRNT, the first state-issued stablecoin, on Avalanche. This digital asset promises real-world use and financial innovation, enhancing public finance.
Mastercard Eyes Acquisition of Zerohash for Stablecoin Expansion
Mastercard is reportedly nearing a $2 billion deal to acquire crypto infrastructure firm Zerohash, aiming to bolster its stablecoin and on-chain settlement capabilities.
Andreessen Horowitz Invests in Pakistan's Zar Stablecoin Initiative
Andreessen Horowitz leads a $12.9 million funding round for Zar, a fintech startup in Pakistan, to facilitate cash-to-stablecoin conversions in emerging markets.