STABLECOINS
NYDFS and EU Sign Stablecoin Oversight Pact Under MiCA
New York and EU regulators team up for stablecoin oversight under MiCA, aiming to enhance transparency and stability in the $319B market.
UK Lords Push BoE to Ease GBP Stablecoin Rules
The UK House of Lords warns strict BoE stablecoin rules risk stifling GBP-pegged token innovation. Recommendations prioritize viability and competitiveness.
Coinbase Invests in ProShares’ IQMM ETF to Boost Stablecoin Reserves
Coinbase backs ProShares’ IQMM ETF, a $22.7B Treasury-focused fund, as stablecoin regulation under the GENIUS Act reshapes reserve management.
Movement Secures US, EU, Canada Payment Rails to Boost Stablecoin Adoption
Movement gains licensed payment access across US, Canada, EU, aiming to expand stablecoin settlement and remittance infrastructure in emerging markets.
Fireblocks Launches Flow to Simplify Stablecoin Payments for PSPs
Fireblocks unveils Flow, enabling PSPs and fintechs to seamlessly accept stablecoin payments, settle in preferred currencies, and integrate compliance tools.
Federal vs. State Regulation Reshapes Crypto Rules for 2026
The GENIUS Act and evolving federal regulation shift oversight of digital assets in the U.S., impacting stablecoin issuers, brokers, and consumers.
ECB Warns Stablecoins Risk Monetary Control, Touts Digital Euro
ECB highlights risks of stablecoins like bank runs, while advocating for a digital euro to modernize public money and ensure financial stability.
Circle Freezes $12.6M USDC in Zama Protocol, Sparks Criticism
Circle's $12.6M USDC freeze in Zama's protocol raises concerns over unilateral actions and selective enforcement in the stablecoin market.
Payment Interoperability Crucial As Stablecoins Expand Use
Global payments face fragmentation issues, but stablecoins like USDC and multichain designs offer a path to seamless money movement.
Aave Labs' Push Secures FCA Approval for UK Stablecoin Ramping
Aave Labs' UK subsidiaries gain FCA registration, advancing regulated stablecoin infrastructure and aligning with upcoming UK crypto rules.
Crypto Card Volume Hits $7.8B, Up 230% YoY as Stablecoins Drive Adoption
Crypto-linked payment cards surged 230% in volume to $7.8B, fueled by stablecoin integration and Visa's dominance in the sector.
Mastercard Granted New York BitLicense for Crypto Expansion
Mastercard secures a coveted New York BitLicense, advancing its stablecoin and tokenized payments infrastructure in a heavily regulated market.
Anchorage Digital Issues fUSD as SoFi Enters Stablecoins
Anchorage Digital launches fUSD, a federally regulated stablecoin, while SoFi unveils SoFiUSD for retail users on Ethereum and Solana.
Banca Sella Secures MiCA Approval, Pioneers Crypto Services in Italy
Banca Sella becomes the first Italian bank authorized under MiCA, paving the way for regulated crypto custody and transfers in 2026.
AI Agents Drive Demand for Embedded Wallets in 2026
AI agents are reshaping payments. Learn why embedded wallets and stablecoins are critical for autonomous commerce in 2026.
