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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
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
Coinbase Launches 24/5 US Stock Trading for UK Users
Coinbase now offers eligible UK users 24/5 access to nearly 4,000 US stocks with zero-commission trading and fractional shares, expanding its platform beyond crypto and signaling a push into mainstream financial services.
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
Dinari Brings Tokenized S&P 500 Stocks to US Crypto Wallets
Dinari now lets eligible US investors trade 724 tokenized US stocks, including the full S&P 500, directly from self-custody wallets using USDC across four blockchains, expanding access to tokenized equities for retail users
Top Cryptocurrencies for Beginners: What to Watch in 2026
A practical guide to choosing beginner-friendly cryptocurrencies in 2026, including Bitcoin, Ethereum, and stablecoins, with a focus on liquidity, security, and platform access for U.S. users
La Rosa Holdings Faces Crypto Liquidity Limits After $13.5M Loss
La Rosa Holdings added $8.14 million in digital assets to its balance sheet, but strict withdrawal restrictions and mounting liabilities raise questions about the company's ability to access its crypto reserves
Banca d'Italia Finds USDC Remittance Costs Hit 9%
A Banca d'Italia mystery-shopping study of 200 USDC transfers across 10 corridors found total costs from 0.3% to about 9%, with exchange spreads and fiat fees-not on-chain charges-dominating the bill
Coinbase Brings Perpetual Futures to US as CME Sues CFTC
Coinbase has launched US-regulated perpetual-style crypto futures, importing a product that dominates global derivatives trading. CME is now suing the CFTC over its approval, putting the future of US perps in legal limbo
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
Coinbase's Base Surpasses 100M AI Payments as Agentic Finance Grows
Coinbase's Base network has processed over 100 million AI-driven payments, highlighting the growing intersection of autonomous agents and blockchain infrastructure. The surge raises new questions about the future of programmable money and crypto payment rails.
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
Samsung Wallet to Add Stablecoin Support, Raising Key User Questions
Samsung's 2026 roadmap includes native stablecoin support for Wallet, but the company has not confirmed which tokens, networks, or markets will be involved, leaving major questions about custody, eligibility, and user experience unanswered