Stablecoin Issuers
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Tether's First Big Four Audit Raises New Questions for Stablecoin Rules
Tether secured its first full audit from a Big Four firm, but new U.S. regulations and reserve requirements could reshape what counts as transparency for stablecoin issuers going forward
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
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
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
Japan Logistics Firm to Pay 2,300 Contractors in JPYC
AZ-COM Maruwa plans yen-stablecoin payouts for roughly 2,300 partners and may invest $6.16 million in JPYC Inc., seeking faster settlement as Japan's trucking labor shortage tightens contractor supply
Tether Gold Token Gains Shariah Certification for Islamic Finance
Tether's XAUt token, backed by physical gold, has received Shariah certification, opening the door for Islamic banks and investors to access digital gold products that meet Islamic finance standards
Circle Acquires IBM Blockchain Patents to Bolster USDC Banking Links
Circle has purchased nearly 1,000 IBM blockchain patents, aiming to strengthen USDC's integration with banks and payment networks as stablecoins expand into mainstream financial infrastructure
Circle Expands Stablecoin Payment Partnerships in South Korea
Circle is deepening its push into South Korea's digital payments sector, signing new agreements with Kakao Group and Toss Bank to explore stablecoin infrastructure and expand USD Coin's reach in the region