stablecoins

Stablecoins are cryptocurrencies designed to minimize the volatility of the price of the stablecoin, relative to some "stable" asset or basket of assets. A stablecoin can be pegged to a cryptocurrency, fiat money, or to exchange-traded commodities.

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New Regulations Could Push US Dollar Stablecoins Into The Payments Mainstream

New Regulations Could Push US Dollar Stablecoins Into The Payments Mainstream
New Regulations Could Push US Dollar Stablecoins Into The Payments Mainstream
January 15, 2021  |  Digital Payments

For stablecoins, concept is edging closer to reality, especially for digital dollars – with a dose of regulatory clarity. Get the Full Story Complete the...

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Circle Revamps Stablecoin Platform As USDC Grows 500 Pct
Circle Revamps Stablecoin Platform As USDC Grows 500 Pct
December 09, 2020  |  Blockchain

Cryptocurrency platform startup Circle has overhauled its network to advance mainstream trading, while its stablecoin USDC has surpassed three billion in circulation, growing by nearly...

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Federal Banks, Savings Associations Win Approval For Some Crypto Activities
Federal Banks, Savings Associations Win Approval For Some Crypto Activities
September 22, 2020  |  Cryptocurrency

The regulator of the nation’s banks has issued its first guidance on stablecoins, the cryptocurrency backed by traditional currency.  Get the Full Story Complete the...

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FATF: Stablecoins Could Be The Currency Of Choice For Money Launderers, Terrorists
FATF: Stablecoins Could Be The Currency Of Choice For Money Launderers, Terrorists
July 10, 2020  |  Cryptocurrency

Stablecoins, the virtual currencies which seek price stability, could be the next target for money laundering and terrorist financing, a report found. Get the Full...

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US Senate Committee Weighs Pros And Cons Of Digital Dollar
US Senate Committee Weighs Pros And Cons Of Digital Dollar
June 30, 2020  |  Digital Payments

Digital dollar advocates told a U.S. Senate committee on Tuesday (June 30) that electronic currencies could help consumers. However, committee Chairman Mike Crapo (R-Idaho) said...

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EU To Crack Down On Stablecoin Projects
EU To Crack Down On Stablecoin Projects
June 28, 2020  |  Cryptocurrency

The European Union (EU) is preparing to update its cryptocurrency rules that could make it more difficult for stablecoin projects, such as Facebook Inc.’s proposed...

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Why Accounts Receivable Is Warming Up To Digital Currency
Why Accounts Receivable Is Warming Up To Digital Currency
May 01, 2020  |  B2B Payments

Any business that trades internationally or manages a global workforce will be familiar with the pain points of traditional cross-border wires and bank transfers. Get...

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Bitcoin Daily: Binance, BitPay Team For Stablecoin Adoption; PPEX Gets Approval To Roll Out In US
Bitcoin Daily: Binance, BitPay Team For Stablecoin Adoption; PPEX Gets Approval To Roll Out In...
April 27, 2020  |  Bitcoin

Global blockchain firm Binance and blockchain payment service provider BitPay are teaming to increase adoption of the BUSD Binance stablecoin, according to an announcement. Get the...

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