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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Xoom Users Can Now Make Transfers With PayPal Stablecoins
Xoom Users Can Now Make Transfers With PayPal Stablecoins
April 04, 2024  |  Cross-border Payments

Cross-border money transfer service Xoom now lets users make transactions with PayPal’s USD stablecoin. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content —...

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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.  Get the Full Story Complete...

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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. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...

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