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The Financial Stability Board (FSB) has cautioned G20 policymakers about emerging risks related to cross-border stablecoin activity and increasing cybersecurity threats stemming from artificial intelligence (AI). The FSB is pushing for stronger global safeguards.
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Ledger has confirmed a hardware implant in a customer's wallet amid an investigation into approximately $93.2 million in suspected cryptocurrency thefts linked to a Southeast Asian reseller. The implant intercepted recovery phrases.
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Aave’s proposed rollover of its USDG positions may not be profitable for borrowers, as current yields on the replacement collateral are lower than prevailing borrowing rates for USDT, USDC, and USDG. The viability hinges on leverage and potential rewards.
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TRON Founder Justin Sun outlined his vision for AI-driven commerce and quantum-resistant blockchain infrastructure at TOKEN2049 Singapore and Blockworks’ Digital Asset Summit (DAS) Asia 2026. He emphasized the role of stablecoins and tokenization in the evolving financial landscape.
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A French parliamentary committee approved a tax on conversions from cryptocurrencies to stablecoins. The measure aims to close a perceived regulatory gap and will take effect in 2027 if passed into law.
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THORChain technical co‑founder Chad Barraford accused Tether of temporarily freezing USDT vaults, with funds later released without explanation. The incident underscores liquidity concerns for cross‑chain protocols reliant on stablecoins.
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French lawmakers have approved a tax on stablecoin swaps as part of the 2027 budget bill. The measure also targets unrealized crypto gains for high-net-worth individuals relocating abroad.
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Suspected thefts linked to compromised Ledger hardware wallets are approaching $90 million. Tether has responded by freezing USDT stablecoin associated with the incident, while investigations continue.
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US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent stated authorities are poised to seize $1 billion in cryptocurrency from Iran, citing the effectiveness of economic sanctions. Iran has increasingly used crypto to bypass US restrictions.
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