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House Bill Would Reduce Small Lenders’ Reporting Requirements
Regulation // April 22, 2026

A bill that would reduce small lenders’ reporting requirements was one of four bills the House Financial Services Committee advanced to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 21). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Senate Housing Bill Includes Ban on US CBDCs
CBDC // March 12, 2026

A housing bill passed Thursday (March 12) by the U.S. Senate includes a provision that would ban the Federal Reserve from issuing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) until at least the end of 2030, CoinDesk reported Thursday. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

Crypto Bill Talks Stall as Banks Reject White House Stablecoin Compromise
Cryptocurrency // March 05, 2026

Negotiations over a major U.S. crypto bill have hit an impasse. Large banks say they cannot support a White House compromise on stablecoin “rewards,” raising doubts the legislation will clear Congress this year. The fight matters for payments because stablecoins are typically dollar-linked tokens used...

Middle East Conflict Raises Cyber Risk for Businesses
Cybersecurity // March 03, 2026

If it’s not one threat, then it’s another for 21st-century cybersecurity professionals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By...

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Middle East Conflict Raises Cyber Risk for Businesses

March 03, 2026
If it’s not one threat, then it’s another for 21st-century cybersecurity professionals. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive marketing communications from […]

Senate Crypto Regulation Markup Fizzles Over Stablecoin Yield Debate

January 15, 2026
Getting crypto markets legislation passed in the U.S. is becoming as volatile as crypto markets themselves. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

Crypto Week Comes Back to Life with Stablecoin Bill Set for House Vote

July 16, 2025
It’s not every week that a sector with a checkered past gets the regulatory green light in the U.S. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

GENIUS Act Rides Stablecoin Momentum as Senate Clears Path for Crypto Regulation

June 17, 2025
U.S. President Donald Trump, who has referred to himself as America’s first “crypto president,” wanted stablecoin legislation to reach his desk prior to the Congressional recess in August. Get the...

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Treasury Targets CDFI Abuse as Program Faces 63% Funding Cut

April 27, 2026
The Treasury Department says it is taking a closer look at certified Community Development Financial Institutions (CDFIs). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

House Bill Would Reduce Small Lenders’ Reporting Requirements

April 22, 2026
A bill that would reduce small lenders’ reporting requirements was one of four bills the House Financial Services Committee advanced to the House of Representatives on Tuesday (April 21). Get...

Senate Housing Bill Includes Ban on US CBDCs

March 12, 2026
A housing bill passed Thursday (March 12) by the U.S. Senate includes a provision that would ban the Federal Reserve from issuing central bank digital currencies (CBDCs) until at least...

Crypto Bill Talks Stall as Banks Reject White House Stablecoin Compromise

March 05, 2026
Negotiations over a major U.S. crypto bill have hit an impasse. Large banks say they cannot support a White House compromise on stablecoin “rewards,” raising doubts the legislation will clear...