Stablecoins
Stablecoin flows, issuer updates, and regulatory developments.
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Japan finalizes framework to admit qualified foreign trust-backed stablecoins as e-payment instruments from June 2026
Japan’s FSA finalized a framework to admit qualified foreign, trust‑backed stablecoins as electronic payment instruments under new rules, with implementation set for June 1, 202…
Japan's ruling party backs AI and blockchain plan to integrate digital yen, stablecoins and 24/7 settlement
Japan’s ruling Liberal Democratic Party has endorsed a framework to integrate artificial intelligence and blockchain into the country’s financial infrastructure, backing proposa…
Brazil court action prompts Tether to freeze $213M in USDT linked to iGaming entrepreneur amid tax probe
Tether Operations Ltd. froze $213 million in USDT across 48 wallets tied to iGaming founder Gurhan Kiziloz after a Brazilian court ruling in a tax dispute and alleged token sale…
Senators file 100+ amendments to CLARITY Act ahead of markup amid dispute over Fed master accounts and unions
Senate Banking Committee members filed more than 100 amendments to the CLARITY Act ahead of a scheduled committee markup, reflecting active negotiations over the bill's terms.
CLARITY Act Draft Details Bitcoin, Staking and Stablecoin Rules as Banks Oppose and Crypto Funds Rally
A 309‑page draft of the CLARITY Act outlines rules for bitcoin, staking and stablecoins as banks lobby against the bill and crypto funds post fresh inflows amid improving sentim…
Boundary Labs raises $2M to build USBD, a verifiable, collateralized dollar for institutional custody
Boundary Labs, backed by Galaxy Ventures, is preparing USBD — an over‑collateralized, on‑chain verifiable stablecoin targeted at institutional users [1][2].
Banks mount last-minute push as Senate prepares May 14 CLARITY Act markup over stablecoin rules
The Senate Banking Committee will mark up the CLARITY Act on May 14 as banks, led by ABA CEO Rob Nichols, press lawmakers to alter or kill its stablecoin provisions [2][1].
Corpay adds BVNK stablecoin wallets to speed cross-border settlement and boost corporate treasury efficiency
Corpay has partnered with BVNK to add stablecoin wallet infrastructure to its corporate payments platform, aiming to speed settlement and support digital asset management alongs…
Circle posts Q1 gains as USDC tops $77B and says Arc raised $222M at $3B valuation; presale unverified
Circle reported stronger first-quarter results and announced a major fundraising round tied to its Arc blockchain, though some outlets say the token presale claim lacks independ…
BoE's Bailey warns stablecoin turmoil may spark transatlantic regulatory clash and expose UK to outsized risk
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey warned that global regulators could clash with the U.S. over stablecoin governance and said the UK may face outsized risks if a stablecoin…
Senate set to mark up CLARITY Act May 14 as banks lobby to block bill and crypto groups push reforms
The Senate Banking Committee has scheduled a markup of the CLARITY Act on May 14, setting up a key moment for U.S. stablecoin and crypto oversight policy.
Senate Banking Committee to mark up H.R. 3633 crypto market-structure bill May 14 after stablecoin deal
The Senate Banking Committee has scheduled a markup session on the Clarity Act, with multiple outlets reporting the committee will hold a hearing and vote on the crypto market-s…
AWS adds USDC micropayments to Bedrock AgentCore via Coinbase and Stripe, routing on Solana and Base
Amazon Web Services announced an integration with Coinbase and Stripe that lets autonomous AI agents pay with the USDC stablecoin to purchase APIs, data and other online service…
Polygon launches Hinkal-powered private USDC/USDT wallet transfers with ZK privacy and on-chain KYT for firms
Polygon has added private USDC and USDT transfers to its wallet using Hinkal, combining zero-knowledge privacy with on-chain KYT screening [1][2].
CLARITY Act compromise permits stablecoin rewards, bars bank-like interest and clears Senate path
Lawmakers reached a compromise on a key stablecoin yield provision that had stalled the U.S. CLARITY Act, preserving the ability for crypto firms to offer rewards on stablecoins…
Republican Rift Imperils CLARITY Act Timetable as Scott Seeks Unanimous GOP Support for May Markup
Senate movement on the CLARITY Act is uncertain as GOP unity remains lacking ahead of expected committee action [1].
Meta starts USDC creator payouts on Solana and Polygon in Colombia and the Philippines
Meta has started offering select creators USDC payouts on Solana and Polygon, with Stripe as the payments partner; the rollout is currently limited to Colombia and the Philippines.
Meta revives stablecoin push with limited USDC creator payouts on Solana and Polygon in Colombia, Philippines
Meta has quietly rolled out USDC creator payouts on Solana and Polygon in a limited beta, signalling a renewed focus on stablecoins after the company shelved Libra/Diem [1].
Israel authorizes BILS, a Solana-based shekel stablecoin with audited reserves after two years of testing
Israel’s regulator has approved BILS, the first regulated shekel‑pegged stablecoin, following two years of testing and review [1] [3].
Western Union to launch Solana USDPT stablecoin in May; unveils Digital Asset Network and USD Stable Card
Western Union says its Solana-based, U.S. dollar-backed stablecoin USDPT is in final preparation and is expected to launch in May, alongside a broader digital-asset rollout [1][2].
U.S. and Tether Freeze $344M in Iran-Linked USDT as Treasury Steps Up Crypto Sanctions
U.S. authorities froze $344 million in cryptocurrency tied to Iran and coordinated with stablecoin issuer Tether to block funds linked to Tehran’s networks [1][3].
BIS: Stablecoins Look Like Investment Products as Morgan Stanley Opens Govt Money Market Fund for Reserves
The Bank for International Settlements says stablecoins resemble investment products, while Morgan Stanley has launched a government money market fund aimed at managing stableco…
Federal directive leads Tether to immobilize $344M USDT on Tron, sparking debate over issuer freeze power
Tether froze $344 million in USDT across two Tron wallets after receiving a directive from U.S. authorities.
Jane Street asks court to toss Terraform Labs insider-trading suit, says trades occurred after disclosures
Jane Street has asked a U.S. court to dismiss Terraform Labs’ insider-trading lawsuit, saying key trades occurred after public disclosures and seeking dismissal with prejudice […