Top 5 Stablecoins Control 89% of $316B Market as Sector Edges Higher in March…

In recent developments, the stablecoin economy keeps pressing higher, with its total valuation topping $316 billion as of March 21 after adding $124.9 million over the past week. Of that…

Stablecoin issuers and fintechs race to own payment rails

In recent developments, leading crypto and fintech companies are competing to capture growing revenue from stablecoin payments by launching their own settlement infrastructure. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers…

Japan’s SBI VC Trade launches retail USDC lending as stablecoin use grows

In recent developments, sBI VC Trade said users could lend assets directly to its platform, but added that the company may re-lend funds as part of its operations. Looking closer,…

Cari picks ZKsync’s Prividium as US regional banks join stablecoin race

In recent developments, cari Network is building a bank‑governed tokenized deposit platform on ZKsync’s Prividium stack, giving US regional lenders a stablecoin‑style, onchain payments rail. Looking closer, market participants highlight…

Theo closes $100M facility backing gold-linked yield stablecoin

In recent developments, a new gold-linked yield stablecoin aims to tap commodity markets for returns as institutions explore alternatives to Treasury-backed tokens. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

PayPal expands PYUSD stablecoin to users in 70 countries

In recent developments, payPal is rolling out its PYUSD stablecoin in 68 additional countries beyond the US and UK, aiming to reduce cross-border fees and offer rewards on holdings. Looking…

Mastercard agrees to acquire BVNK in $1.8B stablecoin deal

In recent developments, mastercard agreed to acquire BVNK for up to $1.8 billion as it expands further into stablecoin and blockchain-based payments. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

Circle’s Wild Stock Comeback Turns Stablecoins Into a Wall Street Talking P…

In recent developments, circle Internet Group’s stock has reentered the market’s spotlight this month, and the reaction from traders has been swift. Stablecoin Economics Sends Circle Stock Soaring Shares of…

US ban on stablecoin yield could see others fill the void: Ledger exec

In recent developments, ledger’s Asia-Pacific lead, Takatoshi Shibayama, has added his take as crypto and banks continue to debate whether to allow third-party platforms to offer stablecoin yields. Looking closer,…

Circle’s USDC overtook Tether’s USDT in adjusted YTD volume: Mizuho

In recent developments, analysts at the investment company said the change was significant because the stablecoin “winner” will be the one people use for everyday transactions. Looking closer, market participants…