2025-3-24 10:15 |
Stablecoins should be treated as both payment tools and investment assets, requiring a comprehensive regulatory framework, a new research suggests. A stablecoin tied to the Korean won could give South Korea a stronger footing in the global stablecoin race, according… origin »
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Will the GENIUS Act push stablecoins into mainstream finance, or will Tether struggle to meet transparency and reserve requirements under the new U. S. regulatory framework? Stablecoins get a rulebook For the first time in U.
2025-3-15 16:10 | |
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SBI VC Trade has become Japan’s first company to receive official approval to handle stablecoins like USD Coin (USDC), marking a significant step in the country’s crypto market. On March 4, the firm announced its registration as an “Electronic Payment Instruments Business Operator” under Japan’s updated regulatory framework.
2025-3-5 19:15 | |
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Kraken and Crypto. com are among crypto exchanges developing their own stablecoins in response to the EU’s new regulatory framework, which is set to tighten oversight on third-party issuers, Bloomberg News reported on Feb.
2025-2-22 03:30 | |
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Tether's collaboration with US lawmakers on stablecoin regulation could reshape the crypto market, impacting compliance and operational strategies. The post Tether engages with US lawmakers on stablecoin regulatory framework, says CEO Paolo Ardoino appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2025-2-15 04:42 | |
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Tether's collaboration with US lawmakers on stablecoin regulation could reshape the crypto market, impacting compliance and operational strategies. The post Tether engages with US lawmakers on stablecoin regulatory framework appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2025-2-19 04:42 | |
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Plasma, a Peter Thiel-backed crypto platform looking to build a Bitcoin-based network for stablecoins, has announced it raised $20 million in its Series A round. Venture capital firm Framework Ventures led the stablecoin startup’s latest funding round, Plasma said on…
2025-2-14 21:23 | |
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A stablecoin framework could enhance consumer protection and foster a more balanced regulatory environment for the crypto industry. The post Fed advocates for stablecoin regulatory framework to protect consumers, says Chair Powell appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2025-2-12 19:28 | |
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Senator Hagerty's legislation proposes a stablecoin regulatory framework, ensuring safe issuance backed by USD and stringent oversight. The post Senator Bill Hagerty proposes legislation for stablecoin framework appeared first on Crypto Briefing.
2025-2-6 18:30 | |
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Tron founder Justin Sun has outlined ambitious plans to revolutionize stablecoin transactions by eliminating fees. According to a Jan. 23 statement on X, Tron’s development team is creating a framework that would enable zero-cost transactions for stablecoins, aiming to boost the adoption of these assets.
2025-1-24 16:35 | |
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Is the EU’s MiCA framework forcing investors to rethink their allegiance to Tether’s USDT and explore alternatives like Circle’s USDC and Ripple’s RLUSD? USDT under radar For years, Tether’s USDT (USDT) has been the go-to stablecoin for traders and investors.…
2025-1-10 03:05 | |
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In the evolving landscape of digital finance, MiCA (Markets in Crypto-Assets) stands as a transformative framework poised to reshape the regulatory environment for digital assets. With stablecoins gaining momentum and mainstream adoption of crypto accelerating, MiCA introduces challenges and opportunities for fintech companies, traditional banks, and stablecoin issuers.
2025-1-6 17:02 | |
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The Series A funding round was led by Framework Ventures and included contributions from UXTO Management, Presto Labs and Kenetic Capital
2024-12-24 17:17 | |
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Hong Kong presents a stablecoin bill to solidify its digital asset regulatory framework. At a legislative council meeting on Dec. 18, Christopher Hui, Hong Kong’s Secretary for Financial Services and the Treasury, presented a stablecoin bill in its second reading.…
2024-12-18 15:14 | |
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Tether, the company behind the USDT stablecoin, made an investment in the European firm StablR. The investment comes as the European Union prepares to implement the Markets in Crypto-Assets regulatory framework on December 30, 2024.
2024-12-17 18:22 | |
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USDT issuer Tether has halted support for EURT, its euro-tied stablecoin. Meanwhile, regulatory changes as the European Union embraced the inclusive MiCA regulatory framework triggered Tether’s decision.
2024-11-28 20:50 | |
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Officials say the United Kingdom (UK) government is preparing to set a new regulatory framework for the crypto industry, including stablecoin, by next year. The newly formed government of the UK will advance the cryptocurrency regulations after being delayed due…
2024-11-22 04:51 | |
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The UK will introduce unified crypto regulations, including stablecoins, in early 2025. New rules aim to simplify oversight and avoid restrictive staking classifications. Labour government aims to compete with EU’s MiCA rules and US pro-crypto policies.
2024-11-22 00:12 | |
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The U.K. government plans to unveil draft regulations for the crypto and stablecoin markets in early 2025, Bloomberg has reported. According to the publication, Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s administration aims to establish a regulatory framework for overseeing the crypto industry,…
2024-11-21 23:15 | |
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Paxos, a prominent stablecoin issuer, has reached an agreement to acquire Membrane Finance, a Finland-based electronic money institution, in a strategic move to gain access to the European Union. This acquisition comes about five months after the EU’s stablecoin regulations, part of the broader Markets in Crypto Asset (MiCA) framework, were implemented. Crypto firms are […]
2024-11-19 19:10 | |
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Stablecoin issuer Paxos has announced a new token dubbed “Global Dollar” that is “substantively compliant with MAS’ upcoming stablecoin framework.” Digital assets company Paxos has launched a new stablecoin, Global Dollar (USDG), designed to meet stringent compliance standards set by…
2024-11-1 11:22 | |
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Senator Bill Hagerty (R-TN) unveiled a discussion draft of new legislation designed to provide a clear regulatory framework for stablecoin issuers. Hagerty, a member of the Senate Banking Committee, aims to remove regulatory uncertainty and unlock stablecoins’ full potential in enhancing payment systems and supporting US Treasury demand.
2024-10-12 02:00 | |
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In July 2024, Circle became the first stablecoin issuer to comply with the European Union’s Markets in Crypto-Assets regulatory framework.
2024-8-16 23:30 | |
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The UAE Central Bank approved a framework for stablecoin regulation which allows only dirham-backed stablecoins to be used for payments. Cryptocurrency like Bitcoin and Ethereum will be restricted to trading, investment, and corporate treasury purposes while foreign stablecoins will only be permitted for purchasing specific virtual assets like NFTs.
2024-7-23 20:41 | |
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Adoption of Markets in Crypto Assets Regulation (MiCA), new EU legal framework for crypto, might unlock new opportunities for Ripple's stablecoin
2024-7-21 21:02 | |
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The Monetary Authority of Singapore released its stablecoin framework last year.
2024-7-3 12:39 | |
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Australia's regulators have provided rare updates on their plans for the digital assets sector, including plans to introduce a draft framework for stablecoins and hinted that more enforcement is on its way against unlicensed entities during an event in Sydney on Wednesday.
2024-6-14 14:06 | |
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The BSP's pilot project for the PHPC stablecoin aims to revolutionize financial transactions by providing a secure, regulated framework to assess its potential and impact. The post Philippines Approves Stablecoin Pilot for Remittances appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2024-5-13 18:01 | |
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Bitcoin-friendly nation El Salvador is working on a crypto regulatory framework and has enlisted help from a digital asset titan affiliated with the largest stablecoin.
2024-5-14 17:23 | |
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US Representative Maxine Waters, the ranking member of the Financial Services Committee, has suggested that bipartisan consensus is imminent regarding stablecoin legislation. This development underscores ongoing efforts across party lines and government agencies to establish a regulatory framework for digital assets.
2024-4-25 14:14 | |
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Since its inception, Tether has expanded from a stablecoin to a financial linchpin in developing regions, according to its CEO Paulo Ardoino, speaking at Token 2049 in Dubai. Asserting its new role as an ecosystem architect with the launch of a multi-divisional framework aimed at fostering resilient, future-ready financial systems.
2024-4-18 17:29 | |
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US Senator Elizabeth Warren said any new crypto regulation, including the newly proposed regulatory framework for the stablecoin market, must include the full suite of anti-money laundering authorities that the Treasury Department requested in November 2023.
2024-4-18 16:30 | |
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US senators Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand have jointly unveiled bipartisan legislation aimed at creating a clear regulatory framework for payment stablecoins, according to an April 17 statement.
2024-4-17 17:50 | |
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In a bid to navigate the complex landscape of stablecoin regulation, the Bank for International Settlements (BIS) has sounded the alarm for urgent global oversight. The latest report from the BIS underscores the pressing need for a unified regulatory framework to address the significant regulatory fragmentation hindering the widespread adoption of stablecoins. Related Reading: Shiba […]
2024-4-11 11:00 | |
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Stablecoin issuer Tether Limited has entered a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Republic of Uzbekistan’s National Agency of Perspective Projects (NAPP) to develop a regulatory and legal framework for digital assets in the country, according to a March 7 press release.
2024-3-8 00:39 | |
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Circle cited its “risk management” framework as part of the decision, among other factors.
2024-2-22 06:48 | |
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Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell addressed House Democrats regarding the necessity of a legislative framework for stablecoins.
2024-2-15 22:00 | |
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The European Banking Authority (EBA), the banking watchdog of the European Union (EU), has launched consultations on draft capital requirements for stablecoin issuers. EBA’s Regulatory Technical Standards (RTS) were announced on Wednesday and seeks to establish a common funds requirements framework for stablecoin companies ahead of the EU’s Markets in Crypto-Assets (MiCA) regulation. According to […]
2023-11-9 19:17 | |
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Michael Barr called for a robust regulatory framework, preferably determined by Congress, to govern stablecoins. Moody's Analytics noted that the stablecoin market has shown increased stabilitThe post Federal Reserve VC calls for stablecoin regulation appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2023-11-8 17:30 | |
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The UK’s Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) has joined forces with the Bank of England (BOE) to gather public input on their forthcoming regulatory framework for stablecoins. In a joint statement released on Nov.
2023-11-7 21:00 | |
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A Hong Kong politician describes significant progress toward finalization of a framework governing stablecoin issuance. The post Hong Kong Edges Closer to Regulatory Framework for Stablecoin, Lawmaker Says appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2023-9-20 20:00 | |
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Leading Republican House Financial Services Committee members have voiced deep concerns over recent actions taken by the Federal Reserve Board (Fed) that they believe undermine the progress made by Congress in establishing a regulatory framework for payment stablecoin.
2023-8-29 04:00 | |
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The Monetary Authority of Singapore (MAS) has unveiled the features of a new regulatory framework aimed at ensuring a high degree of stability for stablecoins in the country. This is the outcome of the central bank’s public consultation, which commenced in October 2022.
2023-8-15 16:00 | |
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Singapore's Monetary Authority releases a draft of requirements for private stablecoin issuers. The post Singapore Announces Framework for Non-Government Stablecoins appeared first on BeInCrypto.
2023-8-15 15:28 | |
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Stablecoins must hold minimum base capital 1 million Singapore dollars ($740,000) and provide redemption within no more than five business days of a request.
2023-8-15 14:42 | |
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The central bank would label these crypto tokens as MAS-regulated stablecoins. This way users would be able to distinguish these coins from non-regulated stablecoins. Singapore’s central bThe post Singapore pushes into crypto regulation with new stablecoin framework appeared first on AMBCrypto.
2023-8-15 13:00 | |
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The framework outlines requirements for stablecoin issuers to meet to be deemed as regulated by the Monetary Authority of Singapore.
2023-8-15 08:45 | |
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According to a recent report by Bloomberg, Maxine Waters, the top Democrat on the House Financial Services Committee, expressed deep concern over PayPal Holdings Inc. ’s stablecoin launch without a comprehensive regulatory framework.
2023-8-10 08:00 | |
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Democratic U. S. Congresswoman and House Financial Services Committee Ranking Member Maxine Waters criticized PayPal’s stablecoin on Aug. 9. Waters said in a statement: “I am deeply concerned that PayPal has chosen to launch its own stablecoin while there is still no Federal framework for regulation, oversight, and enforcement of these assets.
2023-8-10 04:00 | |
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Representative Patrick McHenry, (R-NC), chair of the U. S. House Financial Services Committee Chairman, endorsed PayPal’s recently-announced stablecoin on Aug. 7. McHenry said in a statement: “[PayPal’s] announcement is a clear signal that stablecoins—if issued under a clear regulatory framework—hold promise as a pillar of our 21st century payments system.
2023-8-8 04:00 | |
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Sony Singapore has announced that it will start accepting customer payments in USDC through Crypto.com. The company also plans to accept other crypto assets in the future. Starting from April 2 11:00 SST, Singaporean users can start paying for Sony…
On Mar. 31, 2025, Strategy (formerly known as MicroStrategy) bought $2 billion worth of bitcoins. The company now holds 528,185 BTC, representing over 2.5% of the total Bitcoin supply. While Michael Saylor, the frontman of Strategy, is widely celebrated as…
Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group, the parent company of Japan’s second-largest bank, Sumitomo Mitsui Banking Corporation, plans to launch its own stablecoin. The stablecoin project, according to a report published on April 1, 2025 by Nikkei, will be a collaboration between…
Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong is advocating for U.S. regulations to permit consumers to earn interest on stablecoins. Armstrong argued in an X post that allowing stablecoin interest would benefit consumers, expand financial access globally, and strengthen the U.S. economy. He…
Circle Internet Financial, the issuer of USDC, is taking a major step toward its long-anticipated initial public offering. The fintech company has enlisted investment banks JPMorgan Chase and Citi to help facilitate the offering, sources familiar with the matter told…
Crypto is entering the next stage of its evolution, but it’s not driven by hype or surging retail volumes, according to Ayesha Kiani, Chief Operating Officer at MNNC Group. Speaking during a Bloomberg TV interview over the weekend, Kiani said…
Donald Trump is waging a “quiet and consistent war” on the Federal Reserve, not through direct confrontation, but by reshaping the foundations of U. S. macroeconomic policy, according to Nigel Green.