SEC concerns over USDC may complicate Circle’s IPO plans – Barron’s

The US SEC has raised concerns over the status of Circle’s stablecoin, USDC, as the company seeks to go public in a multi-billion dollar initial public offering (IPO), Barron’s reported on June 18, citing regulatory documents. дальше »

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Ripple Completes Standard Custody Acquisition, Appoints New Stablecoin Lead

Ripple has officially finalized its acquisition of Standard Custody & Trust Company, a regulated entity providing high-grade digital asset custody solutions. This acquisition, first announced earlier this year, has received the green light from all necessary regulatory bodies, including the New York Department of Financial Services (NYDFS), which oversees the operation of limited-purpose trust companies. […] дальше »

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U.S. Crypto Regulations Are Moving Against a CBDC and Non-Compliant Stablecoins Like Tether: JPMorgan

Out of four recent crypto regulatory initiatives, the stablecoin bill has the highest chance of being passed before the U.S. presidential election, the report said. дальше »

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Paxos launches yield-bearing stablecoin Lift Dollar (USDL)

Paxos International, a UAE-based affiliate of stablecoin issuer Paxos, has unveiled a new yield-bearing stablecoin dubbed Lift dollar (USDL). USDL will be the first stablecoin to offer eligible users across the globe the chance to bid for daily yield, with this available in wallets under regulatory oversight, the company announced on June 5. USDL is […] дальше »

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Paxos Unveils Yield-Generating Stablecoin Lift Dollar

USDL is issued in the UAE and regulated by the Financial Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) of Abu Dhabi Global Market (ADGM). дальше »

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$1 XRP Price Nigh as Ripple’s Move To Become Stablecoin Giant Proves Weighty with Whales Moving Millions

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Kraken reaffirms commitment to Tether (USDT) amid EU regulatory concerns

In a rapidly evolving regulatory landscape, Kraken, a prominent US-based cryptocurrency exchange, has firmly stated that it has no plans to delist Tether (USDT) from its European platforms. This announcement comes in response to Bloomberg reports that Kraken was “actively reviewing” supporting Tether’s USDT stablecoin on its European platform because of the regulatory scrutiny surrounding […] дальше »

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Kraken considers delisting USDT in Europe due to MiCA rules

Kraken could drop EU support for Tether’s USDT stablecoin, Bloomberg reported on May 17. Kraken Global Head of Regulatory Strategy Marcus Hughes said the company is planning for circumstances in which it is “not tenable to list specific tokens such as USDT. дальше »

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Tether-parent iFinex to aid El Salvador’s crypto rules

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.  дальше »

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Tether Responds to Ripple: A Defense of Transparency and Compliance

Paolo Ardoino of Tether publicly challenges Ripple's Brad Garlinghouse, accusing him of spreading FUD amid Ripple's entry into the stablecoin market, highlighting intense competition and regulatory scrutiny in the crypto sector. дальше »

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US Stablecoin Legislation Nears Approval: Rep. Maxine Waters

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. дальше »

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Ripple’s 3-Year Growth Strategy Unveiled By CEO Garlinghouse

In an interview with FOX Business, Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse detailed the company’s ambitious plans for growth over the next three years, highlighted by the launch of a US dollar-backed stablecoin and a strategic expansion in international markets amidst ongoing regulatory challenges in the United States. дальше »

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Senator Warren wants to extend anti-money laundering rules to crypto miners and validators

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. дальше »

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Binance enhances SAFU fund stability through USDC amid regulatory progress in Dubai and India

Binance has completed the conversion of its Secure Asset Fund for Users (SAFU) into Circle’s USD Coin (USDC) stablecoin, according to on-chain data. In an April 18 statement, Binance confirmed transferring 100% of SAFU’s assets to the USDC stablecoin. дальше »

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US senators propose bipartisan stablecoin bill opening door to FDIC insurance in US

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. дальше »

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Urgent Stablecoin Regulation Needed, Global Financial Watchdog Says

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 […] дальше »

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US Senators Gillibrand and Lummis Set to Unveil a New Stablecoin Legislation

Senators Gillibrand and Lummis's upcoming stablecoin legislation marks a crucial step towards integrating cryptocurrencies into the financial mainstream, promising innovation and regulatory balance. дальше »

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Financial Stability Institute calls for uniform stablecoin regulation

A report published by the Financial Stability Institute on Tuesday warned about the need for uniform regulatory frameworks for stablecoins across different countries. дальше »

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Tether's USDT Gets Delisted on Crypto Exchange OKX for EU Users

The action may foreshadow regulatory restrictions in the region for the largest stablecoin by market capitalization and trading volume, as upcoming E.U. rules will require stablecoin issuer to be licensed electronic money institutions. дальше »

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EU publishes final draft rules on complaints handling for stablecoin issuers

The European Banking Authority (EBA) published the draft rules on complaints handling procedures for issuers of Assets Referenced Tokens (ART) on March 13. EBA collaborated with the European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) to draft the regulatory technical standards (RTS). дальше »

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Hong Kong’s central bank launches stablecoin regulatory sandbox

Hong Kong has initiated a sandbox arrangement for stablecoin issuers to establish regulations for future operations. дальше »

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Hong Kong's Central Bank Starts Regulatory Sandbox for Stablecoin Issuers

The regulator invited applicants with a "genuine interest in developing a stablecoin issuance business" to join the sandbox. дальше »

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Conflux Network introduces AxHKD, Hong Kong Dollar-Backed Stablecoin

Conflux Network, the only regulatory compliant public blockchain in China, today announces its pivotal role in assisting the successful beta-testing of the Hong Kong Dollar (HKD)-backed stablecoin, AxHKD. дальше »

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Uzbekistan taps Tether to boost crypto, blockchain development and regulation

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. дальше »

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USDT To The Moon? Tether Inches Closer To $100 Billion Market Cap

The cryptocurrency world watches with a mix of intrigue and apprehension as Tether (USDT), the most prominent stablecoin, inches closer to a seemingly mythical $100 billion market capitalization. This monumental milestone signifies Tether’s undeniable market dominance, but it also casts a spotlight on the regulatory clouds gathering around the stablecoin and the potential implications for […] дальше »

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Tether CEO implies Circle director misled Congress in ‘desperation’ attack on USDT

Stablecoin issuers Tether told CryptoSlate in a Feb. 16 statement that it is actively averting the misuse of stablecoin technology by working with global law enforcement agencies. The remarks followed comments by Caroline Hill, Senior Director of Global Policy and Regulatory Strategy at Circle, during a House Financial Services Committee hearing titled ‘Crypto Crime in […] The post Tether CEO implies Circle director misled Congress in ‘desperation’ attack on USDT appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Jerome Powell urges for stablecoin regulatory framework

Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell addressed House Democrats regarding the necessity of a legislative framework for stablecoins. дальше »

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