Categories: MACROECONOMICS

JPMorgan freezes accounts of two stablecoin startups over sanctions concerns: Report

JPMorgan freezes accounts of two stablecoin startups over sanctions concerns: Report

JPMorgan has taken the significant step of freezing accounts associated with two stablecoin startups, BlindPay and Kontigo. This action follows concerns raised regarding their…

12/27/2025 3 min read

MACROECONOMICS #MACROECONOMICS

ECB gains backing from Council of EU for caps on digital euro holdings

ECB gains backing from Council of EU for caps on digital euro holdings

The European Central Bank (ECB) has received support from the Council of the European Union regarding the implementation of limits on the amount of digital euros individuals can…

12/23/2025 2 min read

MACROECONOMICS #MACROECONOMICS #POLICY #EUROPEAN CENTRAL BANK

Stablecoins Could 'Pose Stability Risks,' ECB Says in Latest Warning

Stablecoins Could 'Pose Stability Risks,' ECB Says in Latest Warning

The European Central Bank (ECB) has expressed concerns regarding the rapid growth of stablecoins, highlighting potential risks to the stability of the wider financial system.…

11/24/2025 1 min read

MACROECONOMICS #MACROECONOMICS #LAW AND ORDER

UK Crime Network, Worth Billions, Used Crypto to Funnel Drug Cash to Russia, NCA Says

UK Crime Network, Worth Billions, Used Crypto to Funnel Drug Cash to Russia, NCA Says

A significant laundering network in the UK, valued at billions, has been reported to utilize cryptocurrency for the movement of illicit funds. This operation reportedly aids…

11/22/2025 1 min read

MACROECONOMICS #MACROECONOMICS #FINANCE #CRYPTO CRIME

Aave launches retail savings app with up to 9% APY to compete with banks

Aave launches retail savings app with up to 9% APY to compete with banks

Aave has launched a new retail savings app that offers competitive yields of up to 9% APY. This move signifies Aave's expansion into consumer banking, aiming to provide better…

11/18/2025 1 min read

MACROECONOMICS #MACROECONOMICS

Funding bill set to reopen US government heads to Trump’s desk

Funding bill set to reopen US government heads to Trump’s desk

The House of Representatives has successfully passed a funding bill aimed at ending the longest government shutdown in US history. This legislative action is significant as it…

11/13/2025 1 min read

MACROECONOMICS #MACROECONOMICS