UK risks falling behind US, EU without GBP stablecoin: Fintech exec

In recent developments, the British pound needs digital rails to remain competitive with the dollar and euro as the world shifts to onchain and internet-native finance. Looking closer, market participants…

BNY launches money market fund to hold reserves for US stablecoin issuers

In recent developments, built to align with the GENIUS Act, the new fund provides a regulated vehicle for holding stablecoin reserves in cash and US Treasurys. Looking closer, market participants…

Ban on rewards tied to stablecoin payments is un-American: Coinbase

In recent developments, coinbase Institute has criticized banking groups for asking regulators to prevent merchant rewards for stablecoin customers, arguing the request has no merit under the GENIUS Act. Looking…

Bitfarms plunges 18% after plan to wind down Bitcoin mining ops

In recent developments, bitfarms said it plans to shift its Bitcoin mining sites over the next two years and convert them to power AI, starting with its major site in…

Stay calm: Bitcoin whales are selling, but it’s no ‘sudden exodus’

In recent developments, analysts at Glassnode argue that the recent wave of Bitcoin whale sales is a typical part of a late-stage crypto cycle when older hands take profits. Looking…

MoonPay launches enterprise stablecoin suite with M0, taps ex-Paxos leaders

In recent developments, the move pushes MoonPay deeper into stablecoin infrastructure, giving issuers a ready-made stack for launching fully backed digital dollars across multiple chains. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

XRP ETF launches with strong trading volume, but prices fall flat

In recent developments, the XRP ETF launch is on track to be one of the hottest crypto ETF launches in 2025, but asset prices also dipped on launch day. Looking…

Cash App to unlock stablecoin transactions ’soon’

In recent developments, reports suggested that the feature unlocked by the financial transaction app could roll out in early 2026. The development has drawn attention from traders and analysts who…

3 reasons why Bitcoin and risk markets sold off: Is a recovery on the horizon?

In recent developments, bitcoin’s recent weakness mirrors broader economic uncertainty, as unreliable economic data and shifting expectations on US growth and policy cloud investor confidence. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

Threshold: Upgraded bridge to funnel $500B institutional BTC into DeFi

In recent developments, threshold has introduced upgrades to its tBTC bridge, which it claims will better position the $500 billion worth of Bitcoin held by institutions and whales to access…