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Circle CEO Jeremy Allaire announced plans to expand USDC availability into approximately 40 emerging and developing markets. The move responds to growing demand for stablecoins in regions including Southeast Asia, Latin America, and Africa.
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A new report from Borderless.xyz indicates stablecoin remittances offer significant cost savings – 84% less – compared to traditional international money transfers. These transfers also demonstrate faster settlement times.
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Tokenized stock trading continues after traditional market close, offering extended access to equity exposure. Bitcoin miners are grappling with the high costs of integrating artificial intelligence, and potential accounting changes could favor stablecoins.
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Microsoft revealed a sophisticated phishing network funded with Tether (USDT) that compromised approximately 75,000 organizations. The operation utilized infrastructure linked to YAM Store and various phishing-kit-as-a-service providers.
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Circle reported $1.4 billion in revenue from its USDC stablecoin during the first half of 2026. Of that total, $819 million was allocated to partners and covering transaction costs, while $473 million was reinvested.
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Visa Direct has moved its USDC prefunding service into commercial production. Inyo Global is the first commercial enabler for the program, expanding access to faster payments using the stablecoin.
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Circle aims to expand into 40 additional markets globally, citing increased demand for its USDC stablecoin, particularly from banks and payment companies in Asia, Africa, and Latin America. CEO Jeremy Allaire disclosed the expansion plans to Reuters.
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Mastercard and BVNK have launched a 'Global Money Platform' designed to integrate traditional fiat currencies with stablecoins. The platform enables banks and fintechs to manage both asset types through a unified API.
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Sweden's Riksbank is urging lawmakers to prepare legislation for a central bank digital krona (CBDC). The move comes as concerns grow over the use of foreign stablecoins and the evolving landscape of domestic payments.
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