Stablecoin Policy
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Qivalis Euro Stablecoin Alliance Puts European Banks on Blockchain
Qivalis brings 37 European banks together to launch a fully reserved euro stablecoin for on-chain payments and settlements, aiming to challenge dollar dominance and reshape digital finance infrastructure across the EU
Stablecoins Push Card Networks to Rethink Liquidity and Settlement
Stablecoins are moving from crypto rails to real-world payments, forcing card networks and banks to confront 24/7 liquidity gaps and working capital demands as settlement volumes surge and new infrastructure models emerge
Fed Stablecoin Plan Risks Double Counting Dollars in Money Supply
A Federal Reserve staff note warns that regulated stablecoins could inflate official US money supply figures unless new accounting methods address reserve overlap and cross-border activity
21 Global Banks Target 2027 for Launch of Dollar Stablecoin
A consortium of 21 major banks, including Bank of America and Citi, plans to launch a U.S. dollar stablecoin for payments and settlements in 2027, aiming to challenge existing leaders and reshape the stablecoin market.
Japan FSA Pushes to End Tax Filings for Trust Stablecoins by 2027
Japan's top financial regulator wants to exempt trust-type stablecoins from annual tax filings, arguing that current rules block practical payment use and don't fit assets that generate no income for holders
Russia's Regulated Crypto Market Opens With Key Gaps and Delays
Russia's new crypto law is now in effect, but investors and companies face years of regulatory uncertainty as critical infrastructure, licensing, and asset eligibility rules remain unfinished until at least 2027
US Exchanges Face New Scrutiny Over Foreign Stablecoin Listings
Proposed Treasury rules under the GENIUS Act would require US crypto platforms to audit foreign stablecoin issuers or risk delisting, shifting compliance responsibility to exchanges and raising new hurdles for non-US stablecoins
Revolut Launches Euro Stablecoin EURR in Denmark, Poland, Portugal
Revolut has introduced its first euro-pegged stablecoin, EURR, to customers in Denmark, Poland, and Portugal, with plans for a broader EEA rollout. The move comes as the company phases out Tether in the region and adapts to new EU crypto rules
Nigeria's Crypto Platforms Face Local Capital and Registration Hurdles
Nigeria's SEC is weighing new rules that would require offshore crypto exchanges and stablecoin issuers to register locally, meet capital minimums, and comply with strict custody and reserve standards-potentially limiting access for Nigerian users
Trump Presses Senate to Advance CLARITY Act for Crypto Regulation
President Trump is urging the Senate to pass the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act, aiming to resolve regulatory uncertainty for crypto firms and keep the U.S. competitive as the bill faces political hurdles and industry scrutiny.
US Treasury Seeks Public Input on GENIUS Act Stablecoin Rules
The Treasury Department has opened a 60-day comment period on proposed rules for the GENIUS Act, aiming to clarify stablecoin issuance and compliance requirements before the law takes effect in January 2027
OCC Grants Conditional Charter to Trump-Linked USD1 Stablecoin Bank
World Liberty Financial has received conditional approval from the OCC to establish a national trust bank for issuing and managing the USD1 stablecoin, shifting control from BitGo and introducing new regulatory and capital requirements
White House to Host Crypto Leaders as CLARITY Act Faces Setback
President Donald Trump will meet with top crypto executives and regulators at the White House as the Digital Asset Market Clarity Act's chances of passing this year drop sharply, raising new questions about the future of U.S. crypto regulation
OCC-Chartered Crypto Banks Face New Federal Oversight and Rules
Crypto banks with OCC charters must meet strict capital, liquidity, governance, and compliance standards. Ongoing federal supervision shapes how these institutions handle custody, AML, and digital asset activities in the U.S.
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
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
Senate Delays CLARITY Act Vote, Crypto Bill Faces Tight Deadline
The U.S. Senate has postponed a vote on the CLARITY Act until after its August recess, leaving lawmakers with just 14 working days before midterm election season could stall the bill for good. Key disputes remain unresolved.
Senate Cloture Rules Stall CLARITY Crypto Market Bill
The CLARITY Act cleared Senate committees but still needs floor time, amendment handling, and likely 60 votes to end debate, with the August state work period pushing action into the fall for U.S. crypto markets
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