257 stories about Stablecoin from across the crypto press, curated and summarized daily. Most recent: Oct 23, 2026.
Circle has launched its Arc mainnet, making USDC the native gas token for transaction fees. The network supports more than 20 fiat stablecoins and connects to over 20 blockchains. Circle has also minted 10 billion ARC tokens, though a public launch is still undecided. Major institutions including BlackRock, DTCC, and Visa serve as validators on the permissioned network.
Ethena has navigated recent crypto market downturns by using foundation treasury funds to buy back tens of millions of dollars in tokens from early investors. The protocol is now expanding its yield mechanisms into real-world asset perpetuals and launching a consumer neo-banking app on Avalanche.
Circle has acquired Tazapay for $400 million to expand the reach of its USDC stablecoin in emerging markets. This move is seen as a strategic push to compete with Tether, which has a strong foothold in these regions.
MoneyGram has introduced its first stablecoin-backed Visa card in collaboration with Rain, initially available in Colombia. This card allows users to spend stablecoins for daily transactions, marking a significant step in mainstream crypto adoption. The card is designed to simplify crypto payments and bridge the gap between digital assets and traditional finance.
Ripple's RLUSD stablecoin is targeting the $13 trillion corporate treasury market, with plans to expand into Europe under the MiCA regulatory framework. The stablecoin has already seen significant growth, driven by payments and capital markets, with a current market cap of $2.4 billion.
Anchorage Digital, a US federally chartered crypto bank, has added support for Frgmnt’s fUSD stablecoin. Institutional clients can now hold, mint, redeem, and stake fUSD through Anchorage’s custody platform. This move is part of a broader trend of institutional adoption of stablecoins.
Coinbase and Moov are partnering to integrate stablecoin payment infrastructure into community banks and credit unions. This will allow these institutions to offer stablecoin-based transactions using Coinbase's Payments API and custodial wallets.
Uniswap Labs has launched StablePair Hook, a Uniswap v4 tool that uses dynamic fees for stablecoin pairs such as USDC/USDT, helping liquidity providers capture more trading value.
Coinbase and Moov have partnered to provide stablecoin infrastructure to over 1,000 US community banks and credit unions. This includes stablecoin acceptance, settlement, and real-time funding capabilities. The move aims to modernize banking services with blockchain technology.
The UK House of Lords has voted 194 to 138 to amend the Financial Services and Markets Bill, requiring the Treasury to develop a comprehensive strategy for digital assets, including crypto, stablecoins, and tokenized securities. This move overrides the Labour Party's position, signaling a stronger regulatory push in the UK.
MoneyGram has launched a Visa card that allows customers to hold and spend US dollars via a stablecoin-backed balance. This move aims to integrate digital dollars into everyday spending, making it easier for users to transact with stablecoins. The card is part of a broader trend of financial institutions adopting stablecoin technology for mainstream use.
Tether, the issuer of the USDT stablecoin, has partnered with Fasanara to create a $400 million private credit fund. Tether will source lending opportunities and provide stablecoin payment infrastructure. This marks a significant move into traditional finance for the stablecoin giant.
Circle has agreed to acquire Tazapay, a cross-border payments firm, for $400 million. This deal aims to bridge stablecoins like USDC with traditional banking systems, potentially improving last-mile infrastructure. The acquisition is expected to enhance Circle's ability to facilitate seamless cross-border transactions using stablecoins.
Uzbekistan's Humo Digital has launched a pilot program for HUMO stablecoin payments, backed by government bonds. The test involves over 20 merchants and is conducted under a sandbox jointly overseen by the National Agency of Project Management (NAPP) and Uzbekistan's central bank.
Visa's stablecoin settlement volume has surged to a $20 billion annualized run rate, up 15x year over year. The company is now sharing VisaNet settlement data with blockchain lenders to help them extend working capital to stablecoin card issuers, addressing a key funding gap for fintechs in the crypto space.
Industry leaders debate whether digital dollar wallets will dismantle traditional bank accounts or simply modernize the underlying infrastructure.
A Hacken security report warns that Tether's USDT stablecoin, worth $91 billion, could be at risk if hackers gain control of two critical security keys. The report combines Wall Street financial auditing with Web3 code reviews to evaluate both off-chain reserves and on-chain security.
South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) has introduced a three-phase roadmap for tokenized securities, with the first phase launching in February 2027. The plan ultimately aims to allow onchain settlement using stablecoins, covering all types of securities.
OpenReserve, a startup backed by venture capital firm a16z, has received approval for a full-service national bank charter. This allows the company to offer insured deposits and conventional lending alongside stablecoin issuance, setting it apart from other crypto firms that have opted for trust-bank charters.
OpenReserve, a blockchain-focused bank, has been granted a provisional charter by the U.S. Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC). This approval allows it to operate as a full-service bank, joining other crypto-native institutions in the rapidly evolving financial landscape. The bank plans to offer cryptocurrency and stablecoin-related services, backed by a $25 million seed round.
South Korea's financial regulators have unveiled a phased roadmap to move traditional capital markets onto distributed ledgers, culminating in onchain stablecoin settlement by February 2027. The initiative aims to modernize the country's capital markets and enhance efficiency through blockchain technology.
Wyoming has integrated Chainlink's technology to provide near-real-time, onchain verification of reserves for its state-issued stablecoin, FRNT. This move enhances transparency and trust in government-backed digital currencies.
A new lawsuit claims Tether froze $42.4 million in USDT at the request of U.S. law enforcement over three months before a formal warrant was issued. This raises questions about due process and transparency in crypto asset freezes.
Ethena Pay introduces a stablecoin-based banking service offering 6% annual savings and 5% cashback on purchases, settling transactions on the Avalanche blockchain. This move brings crypto-native financial products closer to traditional banking convenience.