Sony Bank to launch US dollar pegged stablecoin to power payments in 2026

Sony’s stablecoin aims to reduce payment friction across its gaming and anime platforms. дальше »

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The $300 billion backdoor threat that Europe didn’t see coming

Stablecoins originated as crypto plumbing, tokens pegged to fiat currencies that enable traders to move in and out of volatile assets without relying on traditional banking systems. That narrow use case now sits on a market capitalization of more than $303 billion, up roughly 75% year-over-year, with Tether commanding about 56% of the market and […] The post The $300 billion backdoor threat that Europe didn’t see coming appeared first on CryptoSlate. дальше »

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Cathie Wood sees stablecoins as ‘negative’ for Bitcoin: find out more

Influential investor Cathie Wood has downwardly revised her most optimistic forecast for Bitcoin, citing the rapid ascent of stablecoins as a disruptive force. Speaking this morning with CNBC, the founder and chief executive of Ark Invest acknowledged that digital tokens pegged to fiat currencies are increasingly fulfilling the role she once envisioned for BTC. As […] дальше »

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Kyrgyzstan Unveils Stablecoin KGST On BNB, Plans CBDC And National Crypto Reserve

Kyrgyzstan has launched a stablecoin that is pegged 1:1 to the Kyrgyzstani som, and has also confirmed plans to create a central bank digital currency [...] дальше »

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Japan’s megabanks unite on digital yen and dollar stablecoin initiative

Japan’s three largest financial groups — Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group (SMBC), and Mizuho Financial Group — are joining forces to issue a stablecoin pegged to both the Japanese yen and the US dollar. дальше »

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Japan’s top banks join forces to issue first yen-pegged stablecoin: report 

Japan’s largest financial institutions have joined forces to launch a stablecoin pegged to the yen and US dollar, aiming to revolutionize cross-border payments and streamline financial processes. Japan’s leading financial institutions, Mitsubishi UFJ Financial Group (MUFG), Sumitomo Mitsui Financial Group… дальше »

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Solana partners with Wavebridge to develop a Korean Won-pegged stablecoin

Solana Foundation has announced a strategic partnership with Korean blockchain infrastructure company Wavebridge to build a compliance-ready, Korean won–pegged (KRW) stablecoin. The collaboration, formalised through a memorandum of understanding (MoU) signed on Tuesday, aims to bring regulated, institutional-grade stablecoin solutions to South Korea’s evolving digital asset market. дальше »

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Circle denies plans to issue HKD-backed stablecoins

Stablecoin issuer Circle declares that it has no current plans to issue its own stablecoin pegged to the Hong Kong dollar. However, it is open to collaborating with other firms. According to an interview with the Hong Kong Economic Times,… дальше »

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MUTM among analysts’ top crypto to buy now as whales target 500% ROI in Q4

As 2025’s DeFi market heats up, major investors are turning their attention to Mutuum Finance (MUTM). This emerging protocol introduces a dual lending model with both variable and stable-rate borrowing, combined with a decentralized stablecoin pegged at $1. дальше »

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Ruble-backed A7A5 becomes largest non-USD stablecoin

A7A5, Russian ruble-backed stablecoin issued in Kyrgyzstan has overtaken EURC as the largest non-USD pegged stablecoin in the world with a market cap nearing $500 million. According to data from DeFi Llama, the ruble-backed stablecoin value has skyrocketed by 43%… дальше »

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Bullish Europe partners with Societe Generale-FORGE to launch regulated USDCV stablecoin

Bullish Europe has become the first exchange to list Societe Generale-FORGE’s USD CoinVertible (USDCV), a fully MiCA-compliant U.S. dollar–pegged stablecoin. Bullish Europe announced today that it has become the first exchange to offer Societe Generale-FORGE’s USD CoinVertible (USDCV), a new… дальше »

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China's AxCNH stablecoin vs. U.S. dollar tokens – Who controls the $300B market?

Key Takeaways What is AxCNH, and why is it significant? AxCNH is the first stablecoin pegged to the offshore Chinese yuan (CNH), launched by AnchorX in Hong Kong. Who else has recently launched a sThe post China's AxCNH stablecoin vs. дальше »

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Nubank to explore stablecoin integration for its credit cards

Latin America’s largest neo bank, Nubank, wants to integrate stablecoins pegged to the U.S. dollar into its credit card infrastructure. Nubank insiders believe blockchain technology has the potential to bridge the divide between the traditional banking system and the digital… дальше »

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Concordium Adds StablR, Colb and VNX as Three New Stablecoin Issuers on PayFi

Concordium welcomes StablR, Colb and VNX to its PayFi ecosystem, native protocol-level stablecoins pegged to GBP, USD and AED. дальше »

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China, Japan, and other countries to challenge USD-pegged stablecoins crusade

A lot was said about how the U.S. economy can benefit from USD-pegged stablecoins, especially now, when the GENIUS Act provides a clearer framework for the issuers. But can other countries benefit from issuing stablecoins pegged to their respective national… дальше »

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Curve deploys on Etherlink, bringing major liquidity to Tezos ecosystem

Curve, the decentralised exchange known for facilitating efficient and low-cost trading of stablecoins, pegged assets, and cross-currency pairs, has launched on Etherlink—a Layer 2 blockchain that leverages Tezos Smart Rollups and is compatible with the Ethereum Virtual Machine (EVM). дальше »

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SHIB cuts fees 30% per X post, rival crypto gains 15K users

As the market continues to pivot away from hype-driven tokens toward protocols offering genuine utility, investors are scouting for the next big winner. With smart contract staking, tokenized interest earnings, and a soon-to-launch stablecoin system pegged to $1, Mutuum Finance (MUTM) is capturing attention without any marketing gimmicks — only results and community-led growth. Shiba […] дальше »

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Asia’s stablecoin future: Local stablecoins aren’t just an option, they’re a necessity | Opinion

A stablecoin pegged to the local fiat currency removes the need for currency conversions, offering a far more accessible solution for daily transactions. дальше »

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S&P 500, Nasdaq edge higher amid U.S.-EU trade deal

U.S. stocks rose slightly as investors looked to ride upbeat sentiment pegged to a United States and European Union trade agreement. While the Dow Jones Industrial Average hovered 30 points down, the benchmark index S&P 500 added 0.13% to begin… дальше »

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Ant Group, JD.com Urge China’s Central Bank To Approve Yuan Stablecoin Launch To Break US Dollar Dominance

JD.com and Alibaba’s Ant Group are pushing for the People’s Bank of China (PBOC) to approve the launch of a stablecoin pegged to the yuan [...] дальше »

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Stablecoins gain momentum, but retail payment disruption remains distant

Stablecoins — long pitched as a dull, dependable cousin of cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin — have taken center stage in recent weeks. The asset class pegged to stable currencies like the US dollar, has captured market and political attention as big companies and regulators increasingly enter the fray. дальше »

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Kyrgyz Republic to Launch USDKG, a Gold-Backed Stablecoin Pegged to the U.S. Dollar, in Q3 2025

USDKG to be backed by $500 million in physical gold reserves from the Kyrgyz Ministry of Finance, with planned expansion to $2 billion. The Kyrgyz Republic has announced the upcoming launch of USDKG, a gold-backed stablecoin pegged 1:1 to the U. дальше »

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OKX launches xBTC following new Bitcoin all-time high at $111k

Major crypto exchange OKX will be launching wrapped Bitcoin asset, xBTC, as well as related yield products. BTC recently broke through a new all-time high, surpassing $111,000. According to the official announcement, xBTC is a wrapped token that is pegged… дальше »

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Northern Mariana Islands issues 'first U.S. Govt-issued stablecoin' – Will Wyoming fall back?

Tinian passed a law to issue MUSD, becoming the first U. S. public entity to launch a government-backed stablecoin. The stablecoin will be pegged 1:1 to USD and backed by cash and U. S. Treasury The post Northern Mariana Islands issues 'first U. дальше »

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Russia’s finance ministry suggests creation of ruble stablecoin post-Tether ban

Russia should be eyeing its own fiat-backed stablecoins, a senior finance ministry official has said. According to a Reuters report on April 16, Russia should unveil its own stablecoins after recent events related to the popular U.S. dollar pegged stablecoin… дальше »

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New USDi Stablecoin To be Pegged Against US CPI and Inflation Data

USDi, a novel stablecoin launched by Michael Ashton and his team, is designed to track US inflation, offering a unique hedge against inflationary pressures. The post New USDi Stablecoin To be Pegged Against US CPI and Inflation Data appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Binance’s CZ Is Advising Kyrgyzstan On Crypto and Blockchain Adoption

Changpeng "CZ" Zhao, former Binance CEO, partners with Kyrgyzstan to enhance its Web3 and blockchain landscape, including a new stablecoin pegged to the ruble. The post Binance’s CZ Is Advising Kyrgyzstan On Crypto and Blockchain Adoption appeared first on BeInCrypto. дальше »

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Bitso launches Juno and MXNB stablecoin for cross-border payments

Bitso Business has introduced Juno, a new subsidiary dedicated to issuing stablecoins.  The first offering is MXNB, a stablecoin pegged to the Mexican peso and operational on the Arbitrum (ARB) platform, according to a note shared with crypto.news. The move… дальше »

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Tether eyeing ‘Big Four’ firm for reserve audit: CEO

Tether is reportedly looking to tap a Big Four auditor for its U.S. dollar pegged stablecoin’s reserves. According to Paolo Ardoino, the chief executive officer of Tether, the company is “engaging” one of the top accounting firm in the world… дальше »

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XRP Ledger Welcomes Stablecoin Pegged to Brazillian Real

Braza Group is launching a stablecoin on the XPP Ledger дальше »

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Aston Martin Aramco partners with Coinbase in USDC-paid deal

Aston Martin Aramco Formula One Team has announced a multi-year partnership with Coinbase, marking Coinbase’s debut in Formula One. The deal is notable for being fully transacted in USDC (USDC), a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar. This is the… дальше »

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Taiwan may allow local banks to issue stablecoins tied to the new Taiwan dollar

Taiwan banks may issue NTD-pegged stablecoins FSC to propose a law in June 2025 for oversight Stability and regulation will be key for crypto integration In a groundbreaking move towards integrating cryptocurrency with traditional finance, Taiwan’s financial regulator is to propose legislation enabling local banks to issue stablecoins pegged to the New Taiwan Dollar (NTD). дальше »

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PEPETO, FLOKI, BONK; The Altcoins Pegged For 50x Gains

Over time, many altcoins have succeeded and yielded profits in the cryptocurrency space. However, the most exciting thing about this space is that obtaining such gains is not restricted to just one altcoin but is open to many. дальше »

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iDEGEN fires on all cylinders as Bitcoin, Ethereum struggle

Bulls remain in control of the broader cryptocurrency market as investors’ optimism remains pegged on crypto-friendly policy measures, heightened adoption of these digital assets, and central banks’ strategic reserves. дальше »

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Power of stablecoins: what’s driving their $205 billion growth

While the meteoric rise of Bitcoin grabbed headlines throughout 2024, a quieter revolution was taking place in the cryptocurrency world. This year, major financial firms and payment processors have turned their attention to stablecoins, a unique type of cryptocurrency designed to maintain a stable value, typically pegged to the US dollar or another traditional currency. […] дальше »

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XRP Eyes $5 Monster Move As Ripple’s Stablecoin Goes Live On Major Exchanges

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Circle and Binance partner to bolster USDC adoption

Circle, the issuer of US dollar pegged stablecoin USDC, and Binance, the world’s largest cryptocurrency exchange by user and trading volume, have announced a groundbreaking partnership. The companies revealed the strategic partnership on December 11 at the Abu Dhabi Finance Week. дальше »

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Mercado Bitcoin launches MBRL stablecoin on the TRON blockchain, pegged to the Brazilian real

The MBRL launch on TRON could accelerate blockchain adoption in Brazil, enhancing financial accessibility and digital currency integration. The post Mercado Bitcoin launches MBRL stablecoin on the TRON blockchain, pegged to the Brazilian real appeared first on Crypto Briefing. дальше »

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Kraken-backed stablecoin issuer Quantoz to launch two MiCAR compliant tokens

Dutch fintech firm Quantoz to roll out MiCAR-compliant stablecoins pegged to the euro and U.S. dollar in a bid to facilitate payments and transfers across markets. Quantoz Payments, a Netherlands-headquartered payment tech firm, plans to debut two MiCAR-compliant stablecoins —… дальше »

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Trump’s World Liberty eyes stablecoin launch: report 

Former President Donald Trump’s crypto project, World Liberty Financial, is reportedly planning to issue its own stablecoin, according to Decrypt. The stablecoin is expected to be pegged to the U. S. дальше »

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Stripe in talks to acquire stablecoin platform Bridge — report

Stablecoins pegged to the United States dollar have outpaced Bitcoin as a store of value in developing countries with runaway inflation. дальше »

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Siam Commercial Bank launches Thailand’s first stablecoin cross-border payment system

Siam Commercial Bank has introduced Thailand’s first stablecoin-powered cross-border payment system. Partnering with SCB 10X and Lightnet, the bank will use stablecoins—digital assets pegged to gold or the U. дальше »

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Brazil’s Real-pegged stablecoin BRL1 set to launch later this year

Brazil’s biggest crypto exchange platforms Mercado Bitcoin, Foxbit and Bitso have teamed up to launch BRL1, the first stablecoin pegged to the value of Brazilian Real. According to Brazilian media outlet Valor on Oct. 8, Mercado Bitcoin, Foxbit and Bitso… дальше »

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Ripple’s Garlinghouse Says USD Stablecoin To Debut Within ‘Weeks, Not Months,’ Dismisses US IPO Speculation

Ripple CEO Bradley Garlinghouse has revealed that the fintech company’s U. S. -dollar pegged stablecoin, Ripple USD (RLUSD), is closer than ever to being launched as it eyes a share of the fast-growing stablecoin market. дальше »

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Omnichain BTC Asset FBTC Surpasses $100 Million in Total Value Locked as Ignition Unveils “Sparkle” Campaign”

Ignition is proud to announce that FBTC has crossed $100 million in Total Value Locked (TVL), according to Dune. Ignition’s FBTC is an omnichain Bitcoin asset pegged 1:1 to BTC created to elevate Bitcoin’s utility beyond just a store of value and make it accessible to all users. The asset aims to pave the way […] дальше »

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Tether plans to launch Dirham-pegged stablecoin

Tether will launch a Dirham-pegged stablecoin in collaboration with Phoenix Group. New stablecoin will join USDT, EURT and other Tether-issued stablecoins. Tether plans to add a new stablecoin pegged to the United Arab Emirates’ Dirham to its suite of stablecoins, according to an announcement on Aug. дальше »

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Tether to develop dirham-pegged stablecoin in UAE

Stablecoin issuer Tether has disclosed plans to launch a stablecoin pegged to the United Arab Emirates dirham. In an Aug. 21 announcement, the world’s largest stablecoin issuer Tether Inc. said the new stablecoin would be launched in collaboration with Phoenix… дальше »

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Swiss financial watchdog FINMA rolls out guidance for stablecoin issuers

Swiss regulator FINMA has published guidance on stablecoin issuers, urging them to verify the identity of all persons holding digital tokens pegged to fiat currencies. The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority has published new guidance addressing the risks and challenges… дальше »

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Circle debuts euro-pegged stablecoin EURC on Coinbase’s blockchain

Stablecoin issuer Circle is expanding its reach with the launch of its MiCA-compliant euro-backed stablecoin on layer-2 chain, Base. Circle is bringing its regulated stablecoin, pegged 1:1 to euro (EURC), to Coinbase‘s layer-2 network called Base as part of its… дальше »

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Tron’s USDT Triumphs: Daily Volume Climbs Above $53 Billion, Dwarfing Visa

USDT, Tether’s digital token pegged to traditional currencies, is leading a quiet revolution in the world of finance. In a landmark development, USDT has surpassed Visa’s average daily transaction volume on the Tron blockchain, underscoring its position as the undisputed leader in the stablecoin space. дальше »

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