SBI, Startale to launch regulated yen stablecoin for global settlement
SBI and Startale are set to launch a regulated yen stablecoin as part of their initiative to connect Japan to on-chain finance and facilitate cross-border tokenized asset flows.…
12/16/2025 2 min read
ASIA #ASIA #FINANCE #SBI
Japan’s SBI and Startale plan regulated yen stablecoin in 2026 under new framework
SBI Holdings and Startale have announced their intention to develop a regulated yen stablecoin in collaboration with Shinsei Trust. This initiative is set to facilitate the…
12/16/2025 2 min read
ASIA #ASIA
Bitcoin, altcoins sell-off as Fed chair switch-up, AI bubble fears spook markets
The cryptocurrency market experienced a sell-off as recent developments in the Trump administration's Federal Reserve chair selection unsettled traders. This shift, coupled with…
12/16/2025 2 min read
BTC #ALTCOIN #BTC #BUSINESS
PayPal, issuer of PYUSD, applies for Utah industrial bank license
PayPal, the company that issues the PYUSD stablecoin, has announced its intention to apply for a license to operate as an industrial bank in Utah. This move is significant as it…
12/16/2025 3 min read
BUSINESS #BUSINESS #FIAT #PYUSD
SEC commissioner says Crypto is ‘helping to nudge reassessment’ on privacy
The SEC's crypto task force recently convened for its sixth roundtable event, bringing together representatives from various digital asset advocacy groups and organizations. This…
12/15/2025 2 min read
REGULATION #REGULATION
Bitcoin slides to $86,000 as slower rate cut risk, AI stock woes shake markets
Bitcoin has experienced a significant decline, sliding to a notable low as broader market concerns weigh heavily. The downturn in the cryptocurrency market coincides with a…
12/15/2025 2 min read
BTC #BTC #BUSINESS #MARKET
Circle to acquire Interop Labs team and IP as Axelar remains independent
Circle has announced an agreement to acquire the team and intellectual property of Interop Labs. This strategic move is aimed at enhancing Circle's cross-chain infrastructure and…
12/15/2025 2 min read
OTHER #OTHER
Senate punts crypto market structure bill to next year
The Senate has decided to postpone a market structure markup hearing related to cryptocurrency regulation, delaying any advancements in the formulation of a new crypto law until…
12/15/2025 2 min read
MARKET #MARKET #REGULATION #POLICY
UK Supreme Court Shuts Down $13 Billion Bitcoin SV Case Appeal
The UK Supreme Court has refused to hear an appeal from Bitcoin SV investors, effectively dismissing a substantial claim worth $13 billion. This decision marks a significant…
12/15/2025 2 min read
BTC #BTC #BUSINESS #BSV
‘Much more than a backend refresh’: Coinbase’s fintech pivot hits milestone
Coinbase, a prominent cryptocurrency exchange, is undergoing a significant transformation as it seeks to redefine its business model. An update released on Wednesday indicates…
12/15/2025 2 min read
MARKET #BUSINESS #EXCHANGE #MARKET
XRP Advances As A Recognized Digital Asset In Regulated Markets — Here’s How
The narrative around XRP, the digital asset linked to the XRP Ledger, has evolved significantly, transitioning from a speculative cryptocurrency to a recognized digital asset in…
12/15/2025 3 min read
MARKET #MARKET #REGULATION #TRADING
SEC has ’eased up on’ 60% of crypto enforcement cases under Trump: Report
In a significant shift in regulatory focus, the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) has reportedly eased its approach to enforcement actions involving cryptocurrency…
12/16/2025 2 min read
REGULATION #REGULATION