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Non-USD Stablecoins Gain Ground as On-Chain FX Infrastructure Grows
As global businesses seek faster, cheaper cross-border payments, demand for stablecoins pegged to currencies beyond the U.S. dollar is rising. Decentralized FX protocols like Mento aim to address liquidity and conversion challenges for multi-currency settlements
How Mento's FPMM Model Targets Stablecoin FX Market Gaps
Mento's Fixed Price Market Maker aims to address the limitations of traditional AMMs in stablecoin foreign exchange by anchoring on-chain rates to real-world FX data, targeting use cases like cross-border payments and enterprise settlements
Polygon Adds Mento Protocol to Expand On-Chain FX for Stablecoins
Polygon's integration of Mento Protocol introduces on-chain foreign exchange for stablecoins beyond the U.S. dollar, enabling direct swaps between dollar and euro stablecoins and supporting cross-border payments and enterprise settlements
Crypto Firms Target National Bank Charters Amid Regulatory Shifts
Digital asset companies are pursuing national bank charters to streamline U.S. operations, reduce state licensing complexity, and access federal oversight-but the move brings new capital, compliance, and activity restrictions under OCC supervision
Coinbase and Major x402 Payment Facilitators Face Security Gaps
A new security study found 31 vulnerabilities across Coinbase and 14 other x402 payment facilitators, raising concerns about asset exposure and payment failures as AI-driven commerce expands
Tether Passes First Full Audit as KPMG Confirms USDT Reserves
Tether has completed its first full independent audit, with KPMG U.S. confirming that the stablecoin issuer's reserves exceeded liabilities by $6.8 billion at the end of 2025, addressing years of scrutiny over USDT's backing
Ether.fi Expands DeFi App With Stock Trading and Multi-Currency Accounts
Ether.fi's latest upgrade transforms its self-custody app into a full-featured neobank, adding tokenized stock trading, Aave-powered portfolio loans, and fiat accounts in over 30 currencies-all while keeping user control over private keys
Blockchain Association Urges Supreme Court Review of Custodia Fed Case
The Blockchain Association is pressing the Supreme Court to review Custodia Bank's denied Fed master account, warning the current legal stance could let federal regulators block crypto banks from the U.S. payments system.
How Integrated Crypto Wallets Are Changing Asset Management
Integrated crypto wallets now combine trading, yield, and payments, reducing friction for users who want to manage digital assets, trade, and spend-all within a single platform. This shift could reshape how users interact with both crypto and traditional finance.
Zcash Labs Bets on Institutional Privacy With New Funding Model
Zcash Labs is taking a new approach to business adoption, fronting costs for integrations and seeking retroactive reimbursement from ZEC holders. The move comes as privacy features face competition from Ethereum and Solana.
How BloFin Wallet Is Shaping Integrated Web3 Finance
BloFin Wallet is part of a new wave of crypto wallets that combine trading, yield, and payment features, aiming to streamline digital asset management and reduce friction for users navigating the Web3 ecosystem
How Crypto Firms Can Secure an OCC National Trust Bank Charter
Crypto companies seeking an OCC national trust bank charter face rigorous federal requirements, including detailed business plans, capital standards, and ongoing supervision. The process reshapes regulatory obligations but does not eliminate them for digital asset firms
MoneyGram Expands Solana Cash Access to 170+ Markets Worldwide
MoneyGram has integrated its Ramps service with Solana, enabling users in over 170 countries to withdraw cash from supported wallets and allowing cash deposits in more than 25 countries through its global network.
Crypto ATM Limits and KYC Rules Depend on Location and Operator
Bitcoin ATM users face different identity checks and transaction caps depending on state law, operator policy, and fraud controls. U.S. rules, operator risk models, and cash availability all shape how much crypto you can buy or withdraw.
Australia Tightens Crypto ATM Rules Amid Scam and Fraud Concerns
Australia's crypto ATM sector faces strict AUSTRAC oversight, including cash limits, enhanced customer checks, and mandatory scam warnings, as regulators respond to rising financial crime risks and rapid growth in machine installations.
Crypto ATM Operators Face New Scrutiny Over AML and Scam Risks
Crypto ATM operators are under pressure to strengthen anti-money laundering controls as regulators warn of rising scam losses and evolving criminal tactics. Enhanced monitoring, wallet screening, and consumer protections are now in focus.
Crypto ATM Rules Tighten: KYC, AML, and State Limits Explained
Crypto ATMs face stricter rules as U.S. states and global regulators ramp up KYC, AML, fraud prevention, and licensing requirements, making compliance more complex for operators and reducing anonymity for users
Stablecoins Move Beyond Trading to Power Global Digital Payments
Stablecoins like USDT and USDC are evolving from crypto trading tools to core infrastructure for cross-border payments, DeFi, and tokenized assets, raising new questions about reserves, compliance, and the future of blockchain-based finance
US Sanctions Reveal $6.3B Crypto Settlement Network Tied to Iran, Russia
US authorities have sanctioned crypto platforms Shelbit and Aban Tether, exposing a $6.3 billion blockchain network allegedly used to move funds between Iran, Russia, and other sanctioned entities, raising new compliance and enforcement risks
Bakkt's $44T Payments Ambition Faces Reality as DTR Posts €8.4M Loss
Bakkt's acquisition of DTR was pitched as a leap into the $44 trillion cross-border payments market, but newly released financials reveal DTR generated just €5,315 in other income and posted a significant loss before the deal closed
XRP Faces Volatility as Regulatory Clarity Looms for 2027
XRP's price has dropped sharply in 2026, but new U.S. crypto legislation and growing interest in tokenized real-world assets could set the stage for a pivotal year ahead. Ripple's evolving role in payments and banking remains in focus.
Cypher and Osmosis Crypto Cards Face Final Spending Cutoff Tonight
Cypher and Osmosis cardholders must complete all spending by August 7, with withdrawals, rewards claims, and wallet backups required before the September 6 shutdown. Unclaimed balances and unbacked wallets may become inaccessible after the deadline
Visa Expands Stablecoin Payouts to 195 Countries With Zerohash
Visa is integrating stablecoin prefunding and payouts into Visa Direct, enabling businesses to move funds onchain to over 18 billion endpoints worldwide as regulatory and liquidity challenges shape adoption
Russia Moves to Regulate Crypto Trading With New National Law
Russia's new crypto law, effective September 2026, will require exchanges, brokers, and depositories to obtain licenses and comply with strict oversight. Retail investors face annual purchase limits and knowledge tests, while crypto payments remain banned.
Stablecoins Move Beyond Trading as Arc Targets AI and Payments
Stablecoins like USDC are evolving from trading tools to programmable payment infrastructure, enabling automated transactions for AI agents, Web3 apps, and tokenized real-world assets across global markets
Circle Expands USDC Strategy as Stablecoin Use Cases Multiply
Circle is shifting from stablecoin issuance to building digital dollar infrastructure, as USDC circulation rises and demand grows for blockchain-based payments, settlements, and real-world asset tokenization
Circle Arc Aims to Redefine Stablecoin Infrastructure With USDC Focus
Circle Arc is designed to move USDC beyond trading and payments, targeting institutional-grade compliance, settlement, and real-world asset tokenization as stablecoins evolve into core financial infrastructure
TRON's Stablecoin Surge Draws Institutional Finance to Blockchain
TRON's growing stablecoin activity and on-chain settlements are attracting institutional platforms like Anchorage Digital, signaling a shift from crypto trading to broader financial infrastructure and custody services
Gate Card vs Bybit Card: Crypto Payment Fees, Cashback, and Limits Compared
Gate Card and Bybit Card let users spend crypto for daily purchases, but their cashback rates, fees, and spending limits differ. Here's how the two cards stack up for U.S. and global users seeking practical crypto payment options
How Gate P2P Enables Zero-Fee Crypto Trading With Fiat Worldwide
Gate P2P lets users buy and sell crypto directly with fiat currencies using over 450 payment methods, offering zero platform fees and escrow protection for peer-to-peer trades across 80 countries
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