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Gold Drops 2% as Dollar Strengthens on U.S.-Iran Tensions
Gold prices fell 2% on Monday as U.S.-Iran tensions boosted the dollar and inflation concerns kept rate hike expectations alive.
US Oil Exports Surge as Hormuz Crisis Boosts Dollar
Asian countries turn to US for oil amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions, keeping the dollar steady as peace hopes linger.
Asia Turns to US Oil as Strait of Hormuz Disruptions Bite
Asian countries increase US oil imports amid Strait of Hormuz disruptions and Middle East export constraints. Brent crude edges up.
Asian Countries Turn to US Oil Amid Hormuz Disruptions
Amid Strait of Hormuz shipping disruptions, Asian nations boost US oil imports, reshaping global energy flows.
Payward Acquires Bitnomial, Expands US Derivatives with Aptos Futures
Payward's acquisition of Bitnomial creates new distribution channels for US derivatives, including Aptos futures, benefiting banks and brokerages.
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.
BlackRock Leads Institutional Crypto Adoption Amid Regulatory Deadlock
BlackRock accelerates crypto adoption without federal framework, while DTCC launches tokenized securities platform with major banks.
US-Iran Ceasefire Squeezes War Premium, Reopens Strait of Hormuz
A US-Iran ceasefire and reopening of the Strait of Hormuz triggered a violent market squeeze on war premiums built since late February, impacting global trade and energy flows.
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.
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.
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.
XRP and USDC Outpace Ethereum Growth in Crypto Market Shift
XRP and USDC have surpassed Ethereum's growth rate, signaling a potential shift in crypto market dynamics as stablecoins gain momentum.
USDC Outpaces Ethereum Growth as Stablecoins Surge
USD Coin (USDC) growth rate surpasses Ethereum's amid broader stablecoin market expansion, challenging traditional crypto rankings.
Circle Expands USDC in Africa Amid Regulatory Pressure
Circle partners with Sasai Fintech to bring USDC to African payment networks while facing stock decline due to US stablecoin regulation.
Tether Hires Big Four Auditor Amid Stablecoin Market Growth
Tether hires Big Four firm for USDT audit as stablecoin market poised for tenfold growth, with Africa showing strong crypto adoption.