Standard Chartered, AirAsia parent to test ringgit stablecoin in Malaysia

In recent developments, standard Chartered Malaysia and AirAsia parent Capital A plan to issue and test a ringgit-pegged stablecoin for wholesale applications. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such…

CFTC pulls ‘actual delivery’ crypto guidance, giving flexibility to excha…

In recent developments, the CFTC has scrapped its guidance on how crypto is delivered in a transaction, giving “way more flexibility for exchanges,” says StarkWare’s Katherine Kirkpatrick Bos. Looking closer,…

Bybit Unveils 2025 Global Crypto Rankings Report

In recent developments, bybit and DL Research have released the World Crypto Rankings 2025, an analysis of crypto adoption across 79 countries. The report highlights the rise of stablecoins, global…

CFTC gives prediction markets leeway on data and record-keeping rules

In recent developments, the CFTC gave “no-action” letters to a group of prediction markets, including Polymarket US, exempting them from swap data reporting and record-keeping regulations. Looking closer, market participants…

Web3 gaming shifts to sustainability as confidence returns: BGA

In recent developments, the Blockchain Game Alliance reports industry confidence rose to 66% as developers pivoted from speculation to sustainable models following a funding collapse since 2021. Looking closer, market…

‘Out-of-the-Box Solutions’: Save the Children Unveils Bitcoin Fund to Cou…

In recent developments, save the Children has announced the launch of a “first-of-its-kind” Bitcoin Fund, developed in partnership with digital asset firm Fortris, to modernize its humanitarian aid delivery. Maximizing…

Paxful Pleads Guilty as DOJ Imposes $4 Million Criminal Penalty

In recent developments, paxful’s guilty plea and $4 million penalty underscore deep regulatory concerns as U.S. authorities move to spotlight illicit crypto activity and the risks posed by platforms that…

Elliptic Flags Global Crypto Pivot as Banks, Stablecoins and Asian Hubs Take …

In recent developments, elliptic noted a worldwide pivot toward innovation, highlighting U.S. shifts, stablecoin adoption, and APAC–Middle East regulatory momentum. Looking closer, market participants highlight key drivers such as liquidity…

YouTube enables PYUSD stablecoin payouts for US creators: Report

In recent developments, fortune reported that YouTube is allowing creators to be paid in PayPal’s stablecoin, a potential boon for adoption due to the platform’s size. Looking closer, market participants…

Bitcoin bounces on Fed rate cut with bigger rally ahead predicted

In recent developments, crypto markets rebounded after the Fed’s third rate cut this year, with analysts predicting a larger bounce following the typical post-cut pattern. Looking closer, market participants highlight…