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Highlights: The central bank wants banks to lead digital token issuance to protect monetary stability. Lawmakers have delayed Won stablecoin rules as they debate issuer control and ownership. Regulators are reviewing cross-border payment tests as stablecoin usage continues to grow. […]

Highlights: The White House refocuses stablecoin yield discussions to reward activities, not idle balances. Banking groups worry more about competition than deposit flight due to stablecoin rewards. The March 1 deadline pushes both the crypto and banking sectors to reach […]

Highlights: White House to host third stablecoin yields meeting at 9 a.m. ET Friday. The main agenda will address tensions between banks and crypto firms over yield-bearing stablecoins. These talks directly affect the stalled bipartisan CLARITY Act, which aims to […]

Highlights: BNM will test wholesale payments using Ringgit Stablecoin and tokenized deposits in 2026. Standard Chartered, Maybank, and CIMB will run controlled pilots under the Digital Asset Innovation Hub. The central bank will use trial data to shape policy and […]

Highlights: UBS is building infrastructure to offer cryptocurrency services for private and corporate clients CEO Ermotti says the bank will move carefully, not rushing into digital assets. UBS plans a gradual rollout over three to five years, following a fast-follower […]

Highlights: The White House brought bankers and crypto leaders together to discuss stablecoin rules. Both sides aim to finalize yield agreements before March to move the market bill forward. Banks stay cautious, while crypto firms push for clear rules to […]

Highlights: Bybit will launch “My Bank” in February, which offers users broader daily banking access. The new service will allow users to hold, send, and receive fiat money in up to 18 currencies after KYC.  Bybit is working with Qatar […]

Highlights: Nomura-backed Laser Digital has applied for a US national bank charter with the OCC. If approved, the license allows Laser Digital to operate under a unified regulation. Laser Digital will also be allowed to bring some of its products […]

Highlights: Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong denied claims that the White House threatened to drop support. Talks with banks continue while Coinbase drafts proposals to help community banks. Paul Grewal said White House engagement continues and is focusing strongly on protecting […]

Highlights: Russia has introduced mandatory transaction reporting for commercial banks. The new rules will apply to crypto and non-crypto-related transactions. Banks must also report the mechanisms and sources of funds for cross-border transfers.  Russia’s central bank is planning to roll […]

Highlights: Brian Armstrong vowed that Coinbase would resist reopening the GENIUS Act, calling it a red line. Max Avery warned banks fear losing deposits, pushing lawmakers against stablecoin rewards. Armstrong predicted banks will eventually support stablecoin yields once profit opportunities […]

Highlights: Visa launched a new advisory service to help businesses understand stablecoins and strategies. The service guides companies on market potential, technology adoption, and effective program planning. It supports banks, fintechs, and merchants as stablecoin adoption grows past $250 billion. […]