Bitget has introduced Reality, a licensed platform issuing 1:1 backed rTokens for selected US stocks and ETFs. The assets are integrated into its trading, margin, staking, and lending systems.
Deel has launched stablecoin salary payouts on Polygon for eligible US and Eurozone employees. The feature integrates crypto payments into its existing global HR platform.
Trump Media moved 2,650 BTC to Crypto.com, marking its second major Bitcoin transfer this year. The company’s remaining holdings now stand at about 6,889 BTC.
The Federal Reserve has proposed a new payment account that could allow eligible crypto firms to access its clearing and settlement systems. A 60-day comment period is now open.
Missouri has filed a lawsuit against CoinFlip, alleging the crypto ATM operator facilitated fraudulent transactions. The state is seeking penalties and a potential ban on its operations.
Stablecoins anchor crypto payments, while collateral-based lending gains attention. Mortgages require stronger custody, valuation, and risk standards.
Japan’s Financial Services Agency will recognize qualifying foreign stablecoins as regulated payment instruments from June 1, 2026. In the US, the Senate Banking Committee has advanced the CLARITY Act.
Stablecoin regulation and institutional participation dominated discussions at Consensus 2026. Industry leaders also addressed AI-driven payments and ongoing market volatility.
BeInCrypto has published its 2026 long list for Autonomous Agentic Payments, naming 10 firms across stablecoin, protocol, and identity infrastructure. The winner will be announced in June 2026.
Consensus Miami 2026 highlighted stablecoins, institutional engagement, and AI-driven security changes. Discussions focused on infrastructure, compliance, and trade finance use cases.