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Tether vs Circle: Stablecoin Security Approaches Contrasted
A DeFi exploit response highlights differing security strategies from Tether and Circle.
Exchange Earns $1.35B from Stablecoin Revenue via USDC Partnership
An exchange reported $1.35 billion in stablecoin revenue in 2025, largely from rewards-driven distribution payments tied to its USDC partnership with Circle.
Stellantis Warns of โฌ1B Revenue Hit; Stablecoin Label Evolves
Stellantis warns raw material costs could cut revenue by โฌ1B. Meanwhile, a16z says the term 'stablecoin' has outgrown its original meaning.
MoonPay Launches Debit Card for AI Agents to Spend Crypto
MoonPay introduces MoonAgents Card, a virtual Mastercard debit card enabling AI agents to spend stablecoins directly from self-custodial wallets.
Western Union Launches USDPT Stablecoin on Solana
Western Union launches USDPT stablecoin on Solana, targeting Philippines and Bolivia for initial rollout with Fireblocks infrastructure.
Western Union Launches USDPT Stablecoin on Solana, Targets Bolivia and Philippines
Western Union launches USDPT stablecoin on Solana, starting with Bolivia and Philippines for faster payments.
Visa Stablecoin Pilot Hits $7B Annualized Run Rate
Visa's stablecoin pilot achieves $7B annualized run rate, signaling growing adoption of digital currencies in payments.
Tether Bolsters Bitcoin Holdings with $70M Purchase
Tether adds $70 million in Bitcoin to its reserves, bringing total holdings to over 97,000 BTC as stablecoin issuer continues diversification strategy.
Gold's Role in Tether's $6.3B Reserves Amid $186.5B Liabilities
Analysis of gold's significance in Tether's balance sheet with $6.3 billion in excess reserves against $186.5 billion total liabilities.
Stablecoins Poised to Process $15 Quadrillion Annually by 2035
Chainalysis report projects stablecoins could handle $15 quadrillion in transactions annually by 2035, positioning them as leaders in global payments infrastructure.
Circle Faces Criticism Over USDC Transfer Amid Security Incident
Circle faces scrutiny as researcher alleges 232M USDC moved from Solana to Ethereum before funds were frozen in a major security incident.
Tether's USDT Strengthens Bitcoin-Dollar Trading Pair
BPI report highlights Tether's USDT role in Bitcoin trading, strengthening the dollar's position in crypto markets.
Tether Dominates Stablecoin Market Amid Growing Payment Adoption
Tether's USDT holds 58% of the stablecoin market as payment activity expands across card networks and fintech platforms.
Mastercard Acquires BVNK, Expands Stablecoin Infrastructure
Mastercard's $1.8 billion acquisition of BVNK accelerates stablecoin adoption for businesses, enabling multi-chain payments across major networks.
Stellar Expands Stablecoin Support with Visa, Mastercard Integration
Stellar network now supports major stablecoins like USDC and PayPal USD for Visa and Mastercard business cards, following Mastercard's acquisition of BVNK.
USDC Faces Market Pressure Amid Regulatory Concerns
USDC issuer Circle sees stock decline as regulatory fears impact stablecoin markets, while Mastercard expands stablecoin infrastructure.
Mastercard's Stablecoin Expansion Boosts Solana Ecosystem
Mastercard's acquisition of BVNK and Nium's stablecoin card integration signal growing institutional adoption of blockchain payment solutions.
Chainlink Integrates with Nium for Stablecoin Card Payments
Chainlink partners with Nium to enable stablecoin card payments via Visa and Mastercard, bridging fiat and blockchain infrastructure.
Ethereum Faces Pressure as Stablecoins Surge, Walmart's OnePay Expands Crypto
Ethereum's position as the second-largest cryptocurrency is under threat from stablecoins, while Walmart-backed OnePay expands its crypto offerings to include more tokens.
Tether's Market Cap Surges Past $184 Billion
Tether's USDT stablecoin has seen explosive growth, with its market capitalization now exceeding $184 billion, reflecting increased adoption in the crypto market.