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USDC transfers rose 49%, but Circle earned 8% less on its reserves
Circle’s quarterly results show why faster turnover need not mean higher issuer income: the size of the reserve and the yield it earns matter more.
Riksbank: Digital Krona Unlikely Before 2030
Sweden's central bank cites security as the main reason for launching a CBDC, but parliamentary approval and legal changes are required. Even if approved, the e-krona will not appear before 2030.
US Becomes Net Bitcoin Importer for First Time Since 2022
According to Chainalysis, in 2026 the US became a net importer of bitcoin for the first time since 2022 by aggregate cross-border flows. The country also retains its lead in exporting digital dollars and tokenizing assets.
Nxum, linked to ex-Trump adviser, received $6.3 million from Tether deal
Nxum, co-owned by former Trump crypto adviser Bo Hines, received $6.3 million from a Tether deal while Hines worked on the GENIUS Act stablecoin law, WSJ reports.
Mastercard Completes Acquisition of BVNK to Expand Digital Currency Capabilities
Mastercard has completed the acquisition of BVNK to integrate blockchain infrastructure and stablecoins into its global payment network.
Coinbase Expands Singapore Headcount to 200 by 2026
Coinbase opens new office in Singapore and plans to increase local headcount from 150 to 200 by end of 2026, focusing on engineering, client, and institutional sales.
South Korea Accelerates Stablecoin Regulation, Considers Lifting Bank Crypto Investment Ban
South Korea's Financial Services Commission (FSC) plans to complete digital asset legislation by year-end, including stablecoin regulation, and is considering lifting a nine-year ban on financial institutions holding stakes in crypto companies.
State Duma Passes Law on Comprehensive Crypto Regulation
The State Duma adopted the law 'On Digital Currencies and Digital Rights', introducing a legal crypto market infrastructure in Russia from September 1, 2026.
Visa Launches Platform for Stablecoin Integration
Visa has introduced the Visa Stablecoin Platform, enabling banks and fintech companies to integrate stablecoins into existing payment systems. The platform aims to simplify the use of digital assets among 15,000 financial institutions and 200 million merchants.
Tether Freezes $131 Million in Iranian Crypto Assets
The U.S. Treasury's OFAC expanded sanctions against the Central Bank of Iran, adding four crypto addresses. Tether subsequently froze $131 million in stablecoins held at those addresses.
Altcoins Trade at Lows — What Experts Say
Experts share what to look for when choosing cryptocurrencies and name assets with growth potential.