#Stablecoin

Highlights: The OCC has finalized new US stablecoin rules under the GENIUS Act to strengthen issuer oversight. The rules cover stablecoin reserves, customer redemptions, risk management, audits, and approval requirements for issuers. The new framework takes effect in January 2027, […]

Highlights: Shinhan Card and SBI Group have partnered to test Japanese yen-backed stablecoin payments between South Korea and Japan. The companies will explore card payments, digital wallet transfers, and faster cross-border settlements using stablecoin technology. The partnership will also focus […]

Highlights: The Crypto Council has asked the US Treasury to clarify stablecoin rules under the GENIUS Act. CCI wants foreign stablecoin issuers to handle compliance instead of placing extra responsibilities on crypto exchanges. The group also seeks temporary rules for […]

Highlights: Japanese tourists could soon use stablecoins to pay at South Korean businesses under a new partnership. The partnership also includes Everspin and SBI Everspin to develop AI-powered security for cross-border financial transactions. The companies will test payment systems, refunds, […]

Highlights: Standard Chartered has launched custody services for Ripple’s RLUSD stablecoin on the XRP Ledger in Dubai. The bank is working with Ripple and LMAX Group to allow institutions to use RLUSD as trading collateral. The planned integration would let […]

Highlights: Samsung Wallet will introduce USDC stablecoin transfers for eligible US Galaxy users in late October 2026. Users can send USDC to crypto wallets worldwide and bank accounts in over 60 countries. Samsung partners with Coinbase and Bastion to support […]

Highlights: Tether signed an MoU with Kazakhstan officials to explore stablecoins, tokenization, and digital financial infrastructure. The partners may develop a tenge-linked stablecoin concept and pilot real-world asset tokenization in Alatau City. Kazakhstan will also study global best practices, regulation, […]

Highlights: HSBC plans to launch RedCoin, a Hong Kong dollar stablecoin, for customer payments later in 2026. RedCoin will first support person-to-person transfers and merchant payments through PayMe and HSBC’s Hong Kong banking app. HSBC says RedCoin is not yet […]

Highlights: Russia is tightening crypto regulations as officials estimate 20 million people use digital assets across the country. Independent crypto exchanges face lower capital requirements, while unlicensed businesses could face criminal penalties under proposed rules. Russia is exploring a domestic […]

Highlights: Michael Saylor says the CLARITY Act setback could open another path for U.S. crypto growth. He opposes parts of the latest compromise, including stablecoin reward limits and a restricted innovation sandbox. Saylor wants regulators to use existing powers while […]

Highlights: Revolut’s euro stablecoin EURR starts with selected customers across Denmark, Poland, and Portugal. Bridge issues EURR under MiCA rules, with reserves designed to support a €1.00 peg. Multiple blockchains and external wallets will support euro-denominated transfers.  UK-based neobank Revolut […]

Highlights: Shinhan Financial and Visa will test stablecoin issuance, transfers, redemptions, and payment services in South Korea. The partnership also covers AI-based payments and new services for businesses and consumers across Shinhan’s financial network. The companies plan to build a […]