Tag: Stablecoin
USDC Lands on XRP Ledger Amid Global Dollar Debates
Reading time: < 1 minuteAs questions mount over the US dollar’s long-term strength, Circle’s USDC has launched on the XRP Ledger (XRPL)—a strategic move for cross-border liquidity.
Treasury’s $2T Stablecoin Projection Raises Questions as Bill Advances
Reading time: < 1 minuteWhile endorsing ambitious growth projections for dollar-backed stablecoins, Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent acknowledged significant uncertainties during Wednesday’s Senate hearing.
Senate Pushes GENIUS Stablecoin Bill Despite Warren’s Warnings
Reading time: < 1 minuteThe Senate voted 68-30 to advance the GENIUS Act, despite objections from Senator Elizabeth Warren, who slammed the bill for ignoring key amendments and failing to address risks.
Stablecoins Gain Traction as Fortune 500 Interest Jumps 3x
Reading time: < 1 minuteA Coinbase survey underscores accelerating corporate crypto adoption, with Fortune 500 stablecoin interest skyrocketing from 8% to 29% year-over-year.
Big Banks Join Crypto: Societe Generale Debuts Dollar Stablecoin
Reading time: < 1 minuteBreaking new ground, Societe Generale is rolling out a dollar-pegged stablecoin, marking the first major bank-backed entry into the fast-growing stablecoin market.
President Lee Fulfills Pledge as South Korea Moves to Legalize Stablecoins
Reading time: < 1 minuteSouth Korea’s ruling Democratic Party has introduced a landmark crypto bill to authorize domestic stablecoin issuance, delivering on President Lee Jae-myung’s campaign promise.
Circle’s IPO Success Highlights Stablecoin Appeal—And Growing Pains
Reading time: < 1 minuteCircle’s 167% first-day pop on the NYSE underscores surging mainstream interest in stablecoins—but also reveals cracks in crypto’s “community-first” ethos.
Stablecoins Could Slash Uber’s Payment Costs
Reading time: < 1 minuteUber’s exploration of stablecoin payments centers on one key advantage: reducing the substantial costs of moving money across borders.
Circle’s Growing Ambitions: IPO Now Targets $1.05B
Reading time: < 1 minuteCircle Internet Group is making a bold entrance into public markets, increasing its IPO target to $1.05 billion after strong investor interest.
Santander’s Stablecoin Plans Face Industry Pushback
Reading time: < 1 minuteBanco Santander is weighing a foray into stablecoins and retail crypto offerings—but not without resistance from traditional finance players.