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.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

Interbank Pilot From Visa, Goldman and Others Seeks Real-World Blockchain Utility 
Interbank Pilot From Visa, Goldman and Others Seeks Real-World Blockchain Utility 
March 18, 2024  |  Blockchain

For the past 15 years, blockchain has been attempting to transform the global financial system. Or, if you listen to some of the earlier adherents...

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Analysts Debate Role of Stablecoins as Tether Tops $100 Billion
Analysts Debate Role of Stablecoins as Tether Tops $100 Billion
March 05, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Tether, the leading global stablecoin, reportedly surpassed $100 billion in circulation this week. This milestone has fueled debate about the role of digital currencies in...

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The EU Inches Closer to the Digital Euro — Will Stablecoins and Crypto Take a Back Seat?
The EU Inches Closer to the Digital Euro — Will Stablecoins and Crypto Take a...
February 21, 2024  |  CBDC

In Europe, a central bank digital currency (CBDC) has inched closer to reality, by virtue of a vote. As a result, the United States may...

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Stablecoins, Unstable Crypto Market Propel Coinbase Profits
Stablecoins, Unstable Crypto Market Propel Coinbase Profits
February 16, 2024  |  Earnings

Renewed investor enthusiasm for crypto has been good news for U.S. cryptocurrency exchange Coinbase. And while 2023 wasn’t the greatest year for crypto, it was no...

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NZ Central Bank Head: ‘Stablecoins Are Not Stable’
NZ Central Bank Head: ‘Stablecoins Are Not Stable’
February 12, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

The head of New Zealand’s central bank is not a fan of stablecoins. Reserve Bank of New Zealand Governor Adrian Orr voiced concerns about the digital...

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Will Specter of Public Runs and More Regulation Blunt Stablecoins’ Use in Commerce?
Will Specter of Public Runs and More Regulation Blunt Stablecoins’ Use in Commerce?
February 07, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Stablecoins need more regulation. Stablecoins might, in some cases, cause runs. And as government officials and financial institutions (through the Bank for International Settlements) sound...

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JPMorgan Raises Concerns About Tether’s Compliance, Transparency
JPMorgan Raises Concerns About Tether’s Compliance, Transparency
February 01, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Tether is making headlines in the cryptocurrency market as its USDT token approaches $100 billion in market capitalization, the largest on the market.  While this milestone signifies Tether’s...

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Tether Says USDT Market Cap Climbs Toward $100 Billion
Tether Says USDT Market Cap Climbs Toward $100 Billion
January 31, 2024  |  Cryptocurrency

Tether, issuer of USDT stablecoin, says its flagship digital asset is worth nearly $100 billion. The company on Wednesday (Jan. 31) released earnings showing that...

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PayPal Ventures Makes Stablecoin Investment in Mesh
PayPal Ventures Makes Stablecoin Investment in Mesh
January 29, 2024  |  Investments

PayPal Ventures invested in Mesh, an embedded finance platform for cryptocurrency transfers and payments. The funding was made almost entirely with PayPal USD and marks...

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