Regulation
Putin signs landmark crypto law allowing regulated retail trading in Russia
The law continues to ban the use of crypto to pay for goods and services within Russia, while allowing use for cross-border settlements.
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Technology
Western Union brings stablecoin remittances to Visa network with Stablecard
The remittance giant is rolling out Stablecard across 37 markets, targeting cross-border payments and consumers seeking US dollar-denominated savings in volatile economies.
Technology
Circle names BlackRock, DTCC among Arc validators as Q2 revenue hits $701 million
Circle named BlackRock, Visa, DTCC and eight others as Arc validators as Q2 revenue hit $701M and USDC circulation reached $73.3B.
Technology
S&P gives BlackRock tokenized reserve fund top stability rating
The rating recognizes the fund’s ability to maintain a stable net asset value, while S&P separately reaffirmed USDT among the lowest-rated stablecoins under its existing assessment framework.
Technology
BitGo moves $7.4 billion Wrapped Bitcoins to Chainlink CCIP in latest LayerZero exodus
The move pushes the total value migrating from LayerZero to Chainlink near $15 billion, with WBTC representing the largest shift yet.
Technology
Wells Fargo joins JPMorgan and Citi in the race to tokenize Wall Street’s settlement rails
Wells Fargo has announced plans to offer tokenized deposits for corporate clients, enabling round-the-clock payment settlement on blockchain infrastructure. The move positions the bank alongside JPMorgan and Citigroup, both of which have already launched comparable tokenized payment products targeting institutional and corporate customers. The development reflects a broader shift among
Security
Hardware Wallet Firms Warn of Phishing Surge as Coldcard Losses Near $130M
Fake "coordinated hardware audit" emails are steering holders to a cloned Coldcard site that installs remote-access software.
Technology
BlackRock debuts tokenized access to $311 billion of money market funds in Europe
BlackRock has launched tokenized access to its money market funds in Europe, opening up a portfolio valued at approximately $311 billion to blockchain-based investment infrastructure. The asset management giant introduced the offering as part of its expanding push into digital asset products, allowing institutional investors in the region to access
Security
Coldcard Bitcoin theft tops $100M across 3 confirmed attack waves: Galaxy
Galaxy Research said 90% of the stolen Bitcoin remains unmoved as investigators examine a suspected fourth wave that could lift losses to $130 million.
Technology
Mastercard completes $1.8B BVNK acquisition in stablecoin push
Mastercard said the tie-up would help banks, fintechs and enterprises expand stablecoin payments, payouts, settlement and treasury services.
Security
Former FBI Agent Charged With Stealing Nearly $1 Million in Crypto and Using ChatGPT for Investment Advice
Prosecutors say the former counterintelligence supervisor stole cryptocurrency from wallets tied to FBI investigations before asking ChatGPT how to invest the money and relocate to Europe.
Market
BlackRock launches tokenized money market funds for stablecoin reserves
The asset manager introduced two blockchain-based money market funds designed to qualify as stablecoin reserve assets under the US GENIUS Act.