Categories: FIAT

Bankers push OCC to slow crypto trust charters until GENIUS rules clarified

Bankers push OCC to slow crypto trust charters until GENIUS rules clarified

The American Bankers Association (ABA) has urged the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency (OCC) to postpone the issuance of new national trust bank charters for…

2/12/2026 3 min read

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European Parliament throws support behind digital euro

European Parliament throws support behind digital euro

European lawmakers have shown their support for the European Central Bank's (ECB) digital euro initiative. This endorsement is seen as a significant step towards enhancing the…

2/11/2026 2 min read

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Banks Demand Delays as Crypto Firms Push for Fed Payment Access

Banks Demand Delays as Crypto Firms Push for Fed Payment Access

The ongoing battle between banks and cryptocurrency firms has intensified, as banks have officially expressed their opposition to granting crypto and fintech companies direct…

2/9/2026 2 min read

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South Africa’s Kganyago Warns on Risk of Growing Stablecoin Use

South Africa’s Kganyago Warns on Risk of Growing Stablecoin Use

Lesetja Kganyago, the Governor of the South African Reserve Bank, has expressed concerns regarding the rising use of stablecoins in the financial ecosystem. His warning…

2/7/2026 2 min read

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Forget the bank account: EY warns firms they must own the wallet to keep their customers

Forget the bank account: EY warns firms they must own the wallet to keep their customers

EY Digital Assets leaders Mark Nichols and Rebecca Carvatt emphasize the evolving significance of digital wallets in the financial landscape. They assert that these wallets have…

2/7/2026 2 min read

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Crypto-focused Erebor wins first new US bank charter of Trump’s second term: WSJ

Crypto-focused Erebor wins first new US bank charter of Trump’s second term: WSJ

Erebor, a cryptocurrency-focused financial institution, has recently made headlines by securing the first new bank charter during the second term of the Trump administration.…

2/7/2026 2 min read

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Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, prepares to issue crypto-backed loans

Russia’s largest bank, Sberbank, prepares to issue crypto-backed loans

Sberbank, the largest bank in Russia, has announced its intention to provide loans that are backed by cryptocurrency. This decision follows a pilot agreement with a mining firm…

2/6/2026 2 min read

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Tether makes $150M investment in Gold.com in latest gold play

Tether makes $150M investment in Gold.com in latest gold play

Tether has made a significant investment in Gold.com, amounting to $150 million. This strategic move aims to facilitate the use of Tether's stablecoins for purchasing physical…

2/6/2026 2 min read

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Tether backs Anchorage Digital in $100M equity investment

Tether backs Anchorage Digital in $100M equity investment

Tether has made a significant move by investing in Anchorage Digital, contributing $100 million in equity. This investment enhances their existing partnership and comes at a…

2/5/2026 3 min read

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Brazil moves to ban algorithmic stablecoins like Ethena’s USDe

Brazil moves to ban algorithmic stablecoins like Ethena’s USDe

Brazil is taking significant steps towards regulating the stablecoin market with new legislation aimed at banning algorithmic stablecoins, exemplified by Ethena’s USDe. The new…

2/6/2026 3 min read

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Nomura defends crypto strategy as it limits short-term volatility at Laser Digital

Nomura defends crypto strategy as it limits short-term volatility at Laser Digital

Nomura, a prominent Japanese bank, has recently reaffirmed its commitment to its cryptocurrency strategy. The bank's approach at Laser Digital focuses on implementing tighter…

2/4/2026 2 min read

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Family offices shun crypto despite hype, with 89% holding no digital assets: JPMorgan Private Bank

Family offices shun crypto despite hype, with 89% holding no digital assets: JPMorgan Private Bank

Recent findings from JPMorgan Private Bank's 2026 Global Family Office Report reveal a significant reluctance among wealthy families to engage with cryptocurrency. The report…

2/3/2026 2 min read

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