The tokenization platform is part of Tether's ambition to diversify its business from issuing the $126 billion USDT stablecoin.
The French financial services firm said earlier this year it will also expand EURCV to the Solana network after struggling to attract users on Ethereum.
Stablecoin exchange balances grew to a yearly high of $41 billion this week, providing dry powder to buy digital assets, one analyst noted.
AUSD now powers AggLayer on Polygon, optimizing crosschain liquidity and eliminating token bridges.
The stablecoin market has surged past $176 billion, reaching levels last seen in 2022. With Tether (USDT) and USD Coin (USDC) leading the way, this rise shows how stablecoins are quickly gaining traction in the crypto space. Here’s what’s behind the growth and what it means for the future. Tether’s Hold on the Market The …
Completed in October 2024, the deal facilitated the transport of 670,000 barrels of crude oil and marked Tether’s entry into the commodity trading market.
The trials will allow for anonymous registration on a regulated stablecoin app and the purchase of tokenized financial products for mainland Chinese in Hong Kong.
On-chain data shows the exchanges have just received large stablecoin inflows, something that could end up benefiting the Bitcoin rally. Stablecoin Exchange Inflows Have Spiked Recently As pointed out by an analyst in a CryptoQuant Quicktake post, the Exchange Inflow for stablecoins has registered a sharp jump. The “Exchange Inflow” here refers to an on-chain […]
Crypto.com aims to expand its crypto offerings to include stablecoin and an exchange-traded fund (ETF) product in 2025. The Singapore-based exchange also revealed a plan to give customers access to traditional financial products like banking and stock trading. This move comes as Crypto.com has positioned itself as one of the top trading platforms of 2024, […]
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The partnership between The Open Network (TON) and Tether has reached new heights as the USDT stablecoin experienced a massive surge in just a few months since the start of their collaboration. A remarkable feat that saw a massive increase in the USDT on TON hitting over $1 billion in only six months, an indicator of the capability of the emerging dynamic duo. Related Reading: Bitcoin Mining Costs Spike To Nearly $50K As Miners Look To AI For Survival Exponential Growth Analysts said that TON keeps on moving upward as many investors start to adopt Tether’s stablecoin. In a report, CryptoQuant said that in the last six months, USDT on TON rose by a whopping 670%. CryptoQuant added that TON only had $130 million worth of USDT in May 2024, but after half a year, the stablecoin ballooned to $1.02 billion. Analysts attributed the massive hike to the increasing investors’ preference to use TON, making the network a significant player in the stablecoin sector. They also believed that the stablecoin market will continue to thrive and flourish rapidly which will open opportunities for emerging blockchain networks. Currently, stablecoins have gained popularity worldwide. These digital monies are used to facilitate various activities such as cross-border transactions and personal payments. Data showed that for instance, USDT is being utilized by 10% of all commercial transactions conducted in South Korea. Low Transaction Fee CryptoQuant said that the TON blockchain is an excellent substitute for stablecoins because of its low transaction costs, saying that its “competitive transaction fees” fuel the increasing number of USDT transactions on TON. Analysts considered its remarkably low fees as one of its most significant advantages because it makes TON more attractive to users who conduct regular transactions. TON allows these users to save money while partaking in the cryptocurrency market. Statistics showed that transaction fees have decreased significantly in the past few months. The median transaction fee in June 2024 stood at $0.061, but it went down to $0.035 by October 2024. A significant reduction greatly contributed to the TON’s rapid adoption because users are seeing the network as an option for their transactions. Related Reading: Why One Analyst Says Now’s The Time To Buy XRP—Before It Hits $14 USDT Expected To Expand USDT stablecoin has emerged as a key player in the market today, reaching a USDT supply of about $120 billion. CryptoQuant predicted that the USDT supply would expand and could reach $200 billion in the bull rally. “This growth will likely drive further demand for fast and low-cost blockchain networks like TON, leading to continued growth in the amount of USDT on the TON network,” the analyst added. CryptoQuant also sees that TON will have the opportunity to expand in the stablecoin ecosystem by providing “robust infrastructure and competitive advantages.” Featured image from Medium, chart from TradingView
Robinhood, Kraken, Paxos, and other major financial firms have joined forces to introduce the Global Dollar Network, a regulated platform to boost stablecoin adoption globally. Led by Paxos, the network supports USDG, a stablecoin pegged to the US dollar and initially available on the Ethereum blockchain. Issued from Singapore, USDG complies with local regulatory frameworks …
The Global Dollar Network, whose participants will earn yield for helping foster adoption of USDG, also includes Anchorage Digital, Bullish, Galaxy Digital and Nuvei.
Circle, the issuer of stablecoin USDC, sees Hong Kong as a key market and plans to expand its presence by hiring more employees and establishing operations locally. The company awaits new stablecoin regulations and is considering a license application. Hong Kong’s advantages, such as same-day U.S. dollar settlement capabilities and status as the Asia-Pacific’s largest …
Blockchain infrastructure company Paxos, in conjunction with Singaporean bank DBS, has introduced a new stablecoin known as Global Dollar (USDG). This development comes four months after Paxos secured approval to offer digital payment token services as a Major Payments Institution (MPI). Related Reading: 7 Days To Go: Paxos CEO Pushes Harris And Trump For Clearer […]
As per the latest announcement, Tether will issue a stablecoin pegged to the UAE Dirham (AED) on the TON blockchain. The move aims to enhance financial transactions and provide a stable digital currency option within the region. The TON blockchain, known for its scalability and efficiency, is expected to support the seamless integration and operation …
Paxos launches USDG, a Singapore-compliant stablecoin, partnering with DBS Bank for US dollar reserves in line with Singapore’s MAS framework.
Although Bitcoin (BTC) is yet to breach its USD all-time high (ATH) value, the flagship cryptocurrency has made a new ATH against the euro (EUR) and some other fiat currencies. Bitcoin Makes Fresh ATH Against Euro Bitcoin surpassed €68,000 ($73,561) on October 29, establishing a new ATH against the euro. The largest cryptocurrency by market cap reached this milestone on multiple crypto exchanges, including Binance. Related Reading: Can Bitcoin Price Reach A New All-Time High? This Golden Cross Suggests So This marks the first time since March 2024 that BTC has set a new ATH against the euro. Although Bitcoin came very close to a new ATH in USD, it fell short by approximately $200, dropping from $73,620 to $71,805 at the time of writing. Notably, the discrepancy between BTC’s performance against the euro and the USD is due to changes in the dollar’s strength. On March 14, when BTC last reached its USD ATH of $73,737, the USD/EUR exchange rate was 0.9113. Currently, the rate is 0.9238, indicating a weakening euro against the dollar. One key factor behind the dollar’s renewed strength is the US Federal Reserve’s decision to raise interest rates to bring inflation down to its target of 2%. Bitcoin has also achieved a new ATH against the Canadian Dollar (CAD), recording a price of just over CAD 102,000, or approximately USD 73,225. As expected, BTC has reached new ATHs against weaker and hyperinflated fiat currencies, including the Turkish Lira, Argentine Pesos, and Russian Ruble. BTC ATH Against USD Most Awaited Bitcoin’s impressive performance comes at a crucial time, with the approaching US presidential elections, the effects of BTC halving, and a surge in stablecoin demand. Related Reading: Bitcoin To $100,000 By February 2025? Analyst Explains Why While Bitcoin’s new ATH against the EUR is promising, the wider crypto market eagerly awaits a USD-denominated ATH, as most crypto trading on exchanges takes place in USD or USD-pegged stablecoins like USDT and USDC. Data shows that the BTC/EUR trading pair generates the most volume on exchanges such as Bitstamp ($39.8 million), Binance ($36.7 million), and WhiteBit ($26.7 million). However, these volumes are dwarfed by higher-volume trading pairs like BTC/Korean Won (KRW). BTC/KRW trading volumes reach as high as $400 million daily – almost ten times more than the most-traded BTC/EUR pair. Recent data indicates that, despite flirting with ATH levels, BTC traders are holding off on profit-taking around the $71,000 level, suggesting expectations of further price increases based on current momentum. Commenting on BTC’s trajectory, seasoned analyst Peter Brandt said that the leading digital asset requires a daily close above $76,000 to confirm a true breakout. At press time, BTC trades at $71,805, up 0.6% in the past 24 hours. Featured image from Unsplash, Charts from Tradingview.com
Solayer says anyone can mint the yield-bearing sUSD token with at little as $5 in USDC.
AgriDex is an example of how stablecoins are being increasingly used as a payment vehicle in emerging regions as a cheaper alternative for traditional banking rails.
Sequoia Capital owns 16% of Bridge, which is set to be acquired by payments platform Stripe for $1.1 billion.
The leading stablecoin issuer is comfortable holding its T-bills at a U.S. institution because it respects international sanctions, CEO Ardoino said in an interview.
Payment processor Shift4 bought the crypto service for philanthropies in 2022 and applied its knowledge to other sectors.
Europe’s MiCA framework will enforce new bank reserve requirements for stablecoin issuers, raising concerns about systemic risks and stability.
Circle chief executive officer, Jeremy Allaire has confirmed that the stablecoin issuing company remains committed to launching an initial public offering (IPO). Interestingly, these comments have come amidst a controversial report on Circle’s biggest competitor Tether. Related Reading: Tether Proposes Bold Plan: Boron-Backed Tokens For Turkey’s Market—Here’s Why Circle Financial Standing Strong, No Need For […]
Tether, the largest stablecoin by market cap, is under investigation by federal prosecutors in Manhattan for potential money laundering and sanction violations. Tether denounced the report as unverified speculation. However, the crypto market data indicates that rumors regarding the probe against the stablecoin have heavily impacted the entire crypto market. Here is what you should …
Essence Finance, a project in the Scroll ecosystem, is under scrutiny after its stablecoin, CHI, plunged over 92% in 24 hours, hitting $0.077. Allegedly, more than $20 million in collateral has vanished, raising suspicions of a potential rug pull. The project’s last communication was on September 11, leaving investors questioning its reliability. Although previously audited …
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These tokens are at a regulatory disadvantage to stablecoins due to their classification as securities, the report said.