US banks just unlocked a loophole to profit from your crypto trades without h…
In recent developments, on Dec. 9, the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency put out a press release with a very direct message for US banks: you are allowed…
Brazil’s Largest Bank Updates Bitcoin Portfolio Recommendations
In recent developments, itau, Brazil’s largest bank, now recommends allocating up to 3% of investment portfolios to bitcoin, despite the cryptocurrency’s underwhelming performance in 2025. The bank’s recent report emphasizes…
Capital A, Standard Chartered Malaysia Team up to Explore Ringgit Backed Stab…
In recent developments, capital A and Standard Chartered Bank Malaysia have signed an agreement to explore developing and testing a ringgit‑denominated stablecoin within Bank Negara Malaysia’s Digital Asset Innovation Hub.…
A SWIFT Scare? Amina Bank Implements Ripple Payments in Europe
In recent developments, amina Bank, a Switzerland-based financial institution, has announced the implementation of Ripple Payments, Ripple’s integral cross-border payment solution. With this move, Amina Bank becomes the first European…
Ripple National Trust Bank Receives Conditional Approval in Massive Step for …
In recent developments, ripple secured conditional OCC approval to launch a national trust bank, positioning its RLUSD stablecoin under federal and state oversight as U.S. institutions accelerate adoption of regulated,…
UK MPs warn Bank of England stablecoin plans could drive innovation offshore
In recent developments, cross‑party MPs and members of the House of Lords have urged UK Chancellor Rachel Reeves to rein in the Bank of England’s proposed regime for systemic stablecoins.…
Bank of Mexico warns fragmented global rules expose stablecoins to stress, ar…
In recent developments, the Bank of Mexico’s new stability report flags liquidity, contagion and regulatory-arbitrage risks as crypto adoption accelerates in Latin America. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…
PNC Bank launches Bitcoin trading for eligible clients via Coinbase integration
In recent developments, the move makes PNC the first major US bank to offer spot Bitcoin trading within its own digital platform, starting with private bank clients. Looking closer, market…
Philippines’ fastest-growing digital bank rolls out crypto services
In recent developments, the digital bank now offers BTC, ETH, SOL and more via a secure app integration with US fintech firm Alpaca. The development has drawn attention from traders…
Central Bank of Argentina Mulls Allowing Banks to Offer Crypto Services
In recent developments, according to local media, the central bank is examining the possibility of issuing a new ruleset to allow banks to enter the cryptocurrency business. Local analysts say…
