Stablecoins, central bank digital currencies and the new rails of digital cash.
According to data from August 24, 2025, the Tron blockchain has solidified its position as the top network for stablecoin transfers, surpassing Ethereum. Tron processed a daily USDT volume of $23.5 billion, compared to Ethereum’s $20 billion. This leadership is attributed to Tron’s lower transaction fees and faster processing speeds, which make it a more … Read more
Ripple is partnering with Japanese financial giant SBI Holdings to introduce its RLUSD stablecoin to the Japanese market by the first quarter of 2026. This collaboration is a significant move for both companies, expanding Ripple’s presence in regulated markets and solidifying SBI’s leadership in Japan’s crypto industry. RLUSD is an enterprise-grade stablecoin designed for institutional … Read more
Binance has rolled out a new investment product called the Plasma USDT Locked Product under its Simple Earn On-Chain Yields line. This new offering allows users to earn stable returns on their USDT while also getting access to an airdrop of Plasma’s native token, XPL. The product was met with immediate high demand, with the … Read more
Bank of America CEO Brian Moynihan has confirmed the bank’s interest in entering the stablecoin market, but only once the U.S. establishes clear regulations. This potential move highlights the growing role of stablecoins in modern banking, promising more efficient international transactions and retail payments. According to Moynihan, the bank is actively collaborating with the crypto … Read more
Wyoming has made history by becoming the first U.S. state to launch its own blockchain-based stablecoin, the Frontier Stable Token (FRNT). This digital currency, backed by U.S. dollars and short-term treasuries, was announced by the Wyoming Stable Token Commission. The launch marks a significant step for a public entity in America into the digital asset … Read more
The crypto market is seeing a major influx of liquidity, with the total stablecoin supply on the Ethereum (ETH) network reaching an all-time high of approximately $130 billion. This surge, which has been trending upward since August 2023, is being driven by several factors, including recent legislative clarity from the U.S. Congress with the passing … Read more
Deribit, a leading crypto derivatives exchange, will launch Bitcoin (BTC) and Ethereum (ETH) linear options and fixed futures contracts that are settled in USDC on August 19. According to CEO Luuk Strijers, this move is aimed at increasing trading flexibility and capital efficiency for both institutional and individual investors. The new offerings will run alongside … Read more
Citigroup is making a significant move into the digital finance sector, aiming to connect traditional banking with blockchain technology. According to a senior executive who spoke with Reuters, the bank’s initial focus will be on providing custody for high-quality reserves, like U.S. Treasuries or cash, that back stablecoins. This move is a direct response to … Read more
Coinbase has announced the launch of its second Stablecoin Bootstrap Fund, an initiative to inject capital into decentralized finance (DeFi) protocols to boost USDC liquidity. The fund will support projects across various blockchains, with initial recipients including major platforms like Aave, Morpho, Kamino, and Jupiter. Other projects will also have the opportunity to apply for … Read more
Circle has announced the launch of a new Layer-1 blockchain called Arc, which is specifically designed for stablecoin transactions. The new blockchain, which will be open-source and have a public testnet available in late 2025, will use USDC as its native gas token. Arc’s focus on EVM compatibility means it will be able to work … Read more