The European Securities and Markets Authority (ESMA) has called on national regulators to ensure that crypto-asset service providers (CASPs) stop offering services tied to stablecoins that do not comply with the Markets in Crypto-Assets Regulation (MiCA). In addition, the firms must address remaining client exposures as soon as possible and
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Aave founder and CEO Stani Kulechov shared his excitement directly. The Aave App now allows users to link their bank account, deposit fiat, and have it automatically converted 1:1 into stablecoins. No bridges, no manual swaps, and no friction that typically stops mainstream users before they even get started. In
One step toward further integration of blockchain-based payments into the infrastructure of the global financial system might be Mastercard’s decision to extend its settlement network to accommodate regulated stablecoins. Intraday, weekend, and holiday settlement, in addition to onchain settlement utilizing regulated stablecoins, would be available to issuers and acquirers, according
In February, the transaction volume of stablecoins topped that of the US Automated Clearing House network, marking a notable achievement for an asset class that has been around for less than 12 years. Being able to bypass the ACH is a big deal since the network is the foundation of
Ripple CEO Brad Garlinghouse has called stablecoins a “ChatGPT moment” for the cryptocurrency space during a recent discussion. While offering his insights to FOX Business, he also explained that stablecoins could unlock widespread adoption for cryptocurrency. This is by simplifying access to blockchain-based financial systems for both institutions and consumers
Bernstein analysts noted Circle and Coinbase as prominent vehicles for stablecoin exposure, highlighting the USDC collaboration between the two companies and the emerging role of stablecoins in agentic machine payments as a potential upside driver. The analysts headed by Gautam Chhugani wrote in a note to clients on March 23
Florida lawmakers passed the first comprehensive bill for regulating stablecoins in the United States that aims to provide clear standards for issuers, monitoring, and consumer protection. On March 6, the Florida Senate passed Bill 314 with 37 votes in favor and zero opposition, and it is currently awaiting Governor Ron
Meta Platforms is preparing to integrate stablecoin payments across Facebook, Instagram, and WhatsApp in the second half of 2026. The company has reportedly issued requests for proposals to external infrastructure providers, with Stripe emerging as the likely partner. The move signals Meta’s renewed interest in digital payments, but under a
