Stablecoin

Highlights: The new draft bars interest-based stablecoin rewards, which users receive for holding tokens. Stablecoin rewards may survive through loyalty, promotion, or subscription programs. The SEC, CFTC, and Treasury must establish reward regulations within one year. The CLARITY Act’s latest […]

The crypto market moved through a busy week shaped by regulation, fresh institutional moves, exchange shake-ups, and stablecoin developments. U.S. agencies offered clearer rules for major tokens, while companies expanded treasury holdings and new trading products launched. Meanwhile, the ongoing […]

Highlights: CFTC says Bitcoin, Ether, and stablecoins can be used as margin collateral under strict rules. Bitcoin and Ether face at least a 20% haircut, limiting their full collateral value. The first phase allows limited crypto use and requires weekly […]

Highlights: WLFI has launched AgentPay SDK to let AI agents handle payments directly on blockchain networks. USD1 stablecoin is growing as a payment layer for AI-driven financial activity. The SDK adds spending limits and balance checks to keep automated payments […]

Highlights: RAKBANK will start new crypto buying limits for customers in the second quarter of 2026. The bank will set different crypto limits for Retail, Select, and Elite customers. The bank said customers can request higher limits, but approval will […]

Last week, the crypto market moved on a mix of regulation, fresh product launches, security concerns, and major network milestones. From Binance facing scrutiny and BlackRock unveiling an Ethereum staking ETF to Bitcoin crossing 20 million mined coins, the sector […]

Highlights: Takatoshi Shibayama said a broader US yield ban could create openings in other markets. He said tighter US rules may push regulators abroad to revisit stablecoin rewards. He added that Asia is already shifting toward stablecoins, tokenized products, and […]

Highlights: Paolo Ardoino said Tether is stepping up its U.S. expansion plans. He said Tether launched USA₮ and may seek funding at $500 billion. Ardoino pointed out that the company made over $10 billion and holds $122 billion in Treasuries. […]

Highlights: HSBC and Standard Chartered are set to receive stablecoin licenses. The first stablecoin licenses could be granted as early as March 24. The new licenses will bring traditional financial institutions into stablecoin markets. Hong Kong is on the verge […]

Highlights: South Korea plans to regulate the use of stablecoins in businesses. Legal contradictions are leading to the exclusion of stablecoins in investments. Stablecoins face legal hurdles under the Foreign Exchange Act in South Korea. The financial authorities in South […]

Highlights: Visa and Bridge plan to expand stablecoin cards to over 100 countries soon. Users can now pay and settle transactions directly with stablecoins through Visa. Stablecoin cards show growing demand and strong competition in global payment systems. Visa is […]

Highlights: The SoFiUSD stablecoin promotes faster settlements through Mastercard’s system. SoFiUSD is issued by the OCC Bank Charter, providing full backing. Mastercard’s integration boosts the interoperability of digital assets worldwide. SoFi Technologies and Mastercard have joined forces to launch SoFiUSD, […]