A new bill co-sponsored by Senators Cynthia Lummis and Kirsten Gillibrand, aimed at regulating stablecoins, has drawn criticism for potentially stifling innovation and breaching First Amendment rights. The bill includes a provision that bans all “algorithmic payment stablecoins,” which could have significant implications for software developers and the broader tech community. Lummis-Gillibrand Stablecoin Bill Criticized […]
Over the past seven days, the stablecoin sector has expanded by $ 2.81 billion, bringing the dollar-pegged cryptocurrency market close to a total valuation of $ 160 billion. A significant portion of this growth, exceeding $ 2 billion, is attributed to the increase in USDT’s market capitalization, which reached $ 109.38 …
Following criticism of Ethena’s USDE stablecoin, which brought back memories of the Terra blockchain’s Anchor protocol failure, Ethena backer Arthur Hayes introduced a risk tracker by intotheblock.com that monitors aspects like the token’s adherence to its U.S. dollar peg. Intotheblock.com’s Ethena Risk Radar Dashboard At the time of reporting, Ethena’s recently launched USDE stablecoin boasts […]
In the last 12 days of April, the stablecoin sector expanded by $ 4.46 billion, reaching a current valuation of $ 155.86 billion. Additionally, the top five dollar-pegged cryptocurrencies experienced an increase in their supplies over the last 30 days. Top Dollar-Pegged Cryptos See Growth Amid April’s First 12 Days As of Friday, …
ZA Bank, a virtual bank in Hong Kong, will offer cash custody accounts for institutions that want to issue stablecoins. The organization is in talks with several parties seeking to issue their stablecoins, and this service would be available for them after receiving a license from the Hong Kong Monetary Authority (HKMA). ZA Bank to […]
According to a regional report, Sony Bank of Japan is currently exploring the potential of a stablecoin tied to the yen that could be utilized by Sony Group along with its associated entities. Insiders revealed that this endeavor’s testing phase employs the Polygon blockchain, with the crypto firm Settlemint lending its support. Polygon and Settlemint […]
On Thursday, Ethena Labs unveiled its new strategy to back USDE with bitcoin, enhancing the stablecoin’s foundation. The stablecoin, known for delivering yields in the double digits, has rapidly ascended to become the fifth-largest stablecoin by market capitalization, now valued at over $ 2 billion. USDE to Utilize Bitcoin as Collateral An update shared …
Blockchain solutions company Ripple has unveiled its strategy to launch a stablecoin pegged to the U.S. dollar, aiming to boost liquidity on the XRP Ledger. Ripple Set to Introduce U.S. Dollar-Linked Stablecoin, Aiming for Wider Crypto Adoption In a statement released on Thursday, Ripple revealed its intention to introduce a stablecoin token linked to the […]
Hokkoku Bank, a regional financial institution in the Ishikawa prefecture, launched Tochika, Japan’s first deposit-backed stablecoin. Customers of the bank will be able to purchase the currency using Tochitsuka, an app developed by Digital Platformer, that previously allowed users to earn points from city services. Hokkoku Bank Reaches Milestone With Deposit-Backed Stablecoin Tochika Hokkoku Bank […]
Tether, the USDT stablecoin issuer, announced on April 1 that it had completed the System and Organization Controls (SOC) 2 Type 1 Audit, the highest level of security compliance achievable. Tether stated that the audit’s completion demonstrates the robust information technology control measures it has in place, ensuring the safety of its systems. Gold Standard […]
This month we have witnessed a continuous expansion in the stablecoin domain, eclipsing the $ 150 billion mark on March 20, 2024, with an infusion of an additional $ 1.4 billion into the arena since then. Leading the pack in supply growth for March was Ethena’s USDE, soaring by 194.9% over the last …
A report issued by TRM Labs indicated that Tether’s USDT, the largest stablecoin in the cryptocurrency industry, was the preferred stablecoin used for illicit transactions during 2023. TRM Labs alleges that 1.6% of USDT’s volume was linked to illicit activity last year, with $ 19.3 billion worth of USDT used in illegal transactional flows. …
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The stablecoin sector achieved a significant milestone on March 20, 2024, hitting the $ 150 billion mark as the dollar-anchored market continues its expansion. In the last five days, the stablecoin sphere expanded by $ 980 million, breaking past the latest threshold. Stablecoin Market Value Tops $ 150 Billion The total value …
In the past 12 days, the stablecoin sector has experienced a growth of $ 4.95 billion, reaching a new 2024 high of $ 149.03 billion in market valuation. Among various dollar-tied tokens that have seen their supply numbers go up over the last 30 days, Ethena’s USDE stands out with a 376% increase …