STABLECOINS
Bank of Italy Urges EU to Explore Tokenized SEPA Payments
Bank of Italy calls for tokenization of SEPA payments to maintain euro dominance in digital finance as ECB pilots DLT initiatives.
Polygon (MATIC) Adds Privacy Payments, Targets Institutions
Polygon unveils private stablecoin payments using zero-knowledge proofs, aiming to attract institutional adoption for onchain transactions.
Western Union Launches USDPT Stablecoin on Solana (SOL)
Western Union debuts USDPT, a Solana-based stablecoin for cross-border payments, starting in Bolivia and the Philippines, with plans for global expansion.
Pendle Effect Spurs Explosive Growth in Stablecoin Demand
Pendle Finance's tokenized yield markets drive stablecoin adoption, with assets like USDe and USR seeing surges in holders and supply.
A16z Says 'Stablecoin' Term Outdated as Sector Hits $321B
Andreessen Horowitz's Robert Hackett calls for a rethink on the term 'stablecoin,' arguing the technology has evolved into core financial infrastructure.
How AI in the Agentic Economy Could Reshape Banking
AI-driven economic activity is challenging banks to redefine roles in trust, programmable money, and risk governance. Here's what that means.
USDC and Circle's CCTP Go Live on Pharos Blockchain
USDC and Circle's Cross-Chain Transfer Protocol (CCTP) are now supported on the Pharos blockchain, enabling crosschain transfers and institutional-grade DeFi apps.
Stablecoin Volume Drops 19% Despite Supply Growth
Stablecoin transfer volume fell 19% to $8.31T in April 2026, even as supply rose 2% to $305.29B. What this signals for on-chain activity.
HKMA Warns of Fraudulent Tokens Claiming Stablecoin Links
The HKMA has warned against tokens falsely linked to licensed stablecoin issuers HSBC and Standard Chartered.
EU Expands Sanctions, Fully Bans Russian Crypto Platforms & CBDC
The EU’s 20th sanctions package targets Russian crypto exchanges, stablecoins, and the digital ruble to curb sanctions evasion.
Stablecoins Reshape Global Finance with Onchain Infrastructure
Stablecoins are driving a financial overhaul with faster payments, cross-border efficiency, and a new onchain stack for global banking and credit.
Banking Circle Expands Stablecoin Settlement Services with CASP License
Banking Circle launches stablecoin settlement services with MiCA-compliant assets, joining Europe's competitive regulated crypto market.
Stablecoins Hit $33T Volume in 2025, Ripple (XRP) Pushes Multi-Asset Infrastructure
Global stablecoin transaction volume hit $33T in 2025. Ripple (XRP) argues payments infrastructure must embrace multi-asset capabilities to stay competitive.
Stablecoins Shift from Speculation to Payments Infrastructure
Stablecoins are evolving into core financial infrastructure, with $4.5T in Q1 2026 volume and growing use in local payments and commerce.
Morgan Stanley Launches Stablecoin Reserves Fund Amid Rising Demand
Morgan Stanley unveils a compliant stablecoin reserves fund, allowing issuers to earn interest while aligning with GENIUS Act regulations.