Japan is set to approve its first yen-backed stablecoin this autumn, led by fintech firm JPYC. The token will be tied one-to-one with the yen and supported by bank deposits and government bonds.
WeatherlyBlue Origin now accepts Bitcoin, Ethereum, Solana, and stablecoins for booking space flights through a partnership with Shift4. This move aims to make high-cost space tourism payments easier for digital asset holders using popular crypto wallets.
WeatherlyFigma’s share price jumped 250% on its NYSE debut, closing at $115 and rising further after hours. The company also revealed it had put nearly $100 million into Bitcoin and stablecoins as part of its treasury plan.
WeatherlyJPMorgan is working with Coinbase to let customers buy crypto more easily using Chase cards and accounts. From 2026, users can also turn reward points into stablecoins and access new crypto features for both personal and business use.
WeatherlyPolymarket is thinking about launching its own stablecoin or cutting a deal with Circle to earn interest from the funds users keep on the platform. This would give Polymarket more control over its money system as it grows and prepares to reenter the US market.
WeatherlyRipple has applied for a US national bank charter and a Federal Reserve account to support its stablecoin RLUSD. The move comes as new laws push stablecoin issuers to meet tougher rules, with Ripple aiming to boost trust and compete with USDC and USDT.
WeatherlyCircle has applied for a national trust bank licence in the US to launch a fully regulated digital currency bank that will manage USDC reserves and offer asset custody to institutions. This move follows its $18 billion IPO and shows its shift toward stricter compliance and deeper ties with traditional finance.
AnaisVisa has partnered with Yellow Card to use stablecoins like USDC for faster, cheaper cross-border payments in Africa. This move aims to help tackle currency issues and improve money transfers across the continent.
WeatherlyThailand has approved a five-year income tax exemption on crypto trading profits from 2025 to 2029, applying to sales through licensed platforms. The move aims to spur blockchain innovation while maintaining investor protection through regulatory oversight.
CatherineRipple has expanded its bank ID to China and Hong Kong, but one user clarified that the update did not authorize XRP tokens for these transactions.
AlexTether invests $18.75 million in XREX Group for cross-border payments. Collaboration aims for regulatory compliance and combating illicit activities. Reflects Tether's proactive expansion strategy.
Huang BoRussia paves the way for global financial transformation, announcing plans to legalise cryptocurrencies like Bitcoin for cross-border transactions.
Hui XinJPMorgan's successful blockchain pilot with First Abu Dhabi Bank marks a significant step in crypto adoption across financial institutions, demonstrating the technology's growing influence in cross-border payments and financial services.
Hui XinVisa has made a significant stride towards modernising the realm of cross-border financial transactions by extending their stablecoin settlement capabilities to the Solana blockchain.
CatherineTazapay has achieved a significant milestone with the recent acquisition of a MPI license from Singapore’s MAS. The MPI license has emerged as a catalyst, igniting a series of upcoming initiatives aimed at elevating the caliber, security, and user-friendliness of their services.
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Coinlive Coinlive Russia is developing a digital platform that will allow it settle cross-border transactions with more friendly countries using commodity-backed stablecoins.
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